Governor Jim Pillen announced Wednesday that he received a letter from Nebraska Supreme County Chief Justice Mike Heavican stating his intent to retire on Oct. 31. “I congratulate Chief Justice Heavican on his retirement, and I thank him for his amazing public service to the state of Nebraska.”
Pillen says Heavican has served Nebraska’s Supreme Court with professionalism, rooted in deep regard for the rule of law. ” wish Mike the very best in all his future endeavors.”
Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly served with Heavican during his time in the Lancaster County Attorney’s Office. “In different roles, in the Lancaster County Attorney’s Office, U.S. Attorney’s Office and as the Chief Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court, he has been the perfect example of all that a public servant should be.”
The Judicial Nominating Commission will solicit the names of potential nominees to be presented to Gov. Pillen for consideration of appointment.