The Supreme Court Ohio Annual Report

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2009 Heralds New Terms for
Justices Stratton and O’Connor
In a joint Courtroom ceremony Jan. 12,
2009, Justices Evelyn Lundberg Stratton
and Maureen O’Connor took their
oaths of office before family, friends, staff
and colleagues. Justice Stratton is serving
her third term, and Justice O’Connor her
second, on the Supreme Court.
Chief Justice Thomas J. Moyer welcomed
the audience of more than 300 and
administered the oaths. Justice Paul E.
Pfeifer also participated, giving remarks on
behalf of Justice O’Connor. Justices Terrence
O’Donnell, Judith Ann Lanzinger and
Robert R. Cupp also attended.
State leaders from the executive and
legislative branches joined the Court on the
dais, including Attorney General Richard
Cordray, Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner,
Treasurer Kevin L. Boyce and Senate
President Bill Harris.
The mock trial team from Valley High
School in Lucasville also attended the
ceremony.
Both Justice Stratton and Justice O’Connor
said they feel fortunate to serve on the
Supreme Court.
“I’m privileged to work in a position that
can have a tremendous impact on Ohioans’
lives,” Justice Stratton said, stressing she will
use her third term on the Court to continue
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