Former state auditor and previous federal magistrate running in Chief Justice race

Jeremiah is married to his wife Teri and grew up in Butte, Montana.

Jeremiah spent more than 28 years in public service including serving as a federal magistrate and a law clerk. Before that, he practiced as a private attorney for ten years. 

This is Jeremiah Lynch's first time running for office. Previously, he was elected as a federal magistrate by a panel of judges and served from 2006 to 2019. 

Served as a federal magistrate judge for 13 years.  Magistrate judges issue warrants, conduct early proceedings in criminal cases and hear cases involving petty offenses committed on federal lands.

Worked as an attorney in private practice for 10 years.

- Served as a federal magistrate judge for 13 years.  Magistrate judges issue warrants, conduct early proceedings in criminal cases and hear cases involving petty offenses committed on federal lands.
- Worked as an attorney in private practice for 10 years.

Legal Experience

As of April 10, 2024, Jeremiah Lynch’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Said, "I have only one purpose: to protect the 1972 Montana State Constitution. .... The Montana State Constitution protects everyone’s freedoms to privacy, individual dignity, a clean and healthful environment, our agricultural way of life, a no-cost public education and many, many more rights."

- Said, "I have only one purpose: to protect the 1972 Montana State Constitution. .... The Montana State Constitution protects everyone’s freedoms to privacy, individual dignity, a clean and healthful environment, our agricultural way of life, a no-cost public education and many, many more rights."

Judicial Philosophy

Served as a law clerk. Law clerks typically conduct legal research, prepare bench memos, draft orders and opinions, communicate with counsel regarding case management, and other administrative duties.

- Served as a law clerk. Law clerks typically conduct legal research, prepare bench memos, draft orders and opinions, communicate with counsel regarding case management, and other administrative duties.

Judicial Administration

Served on the Montana Board of Public Education and the Montana Board of Environmental Review.

- Served on the Montana Board of Public Education and the Montana Board of Environmental Review.

Community Involvement

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- The Montana Supreme Court is very similar to the US Supreme Court. The Montana Supreme Court consists of seven judges and serves as the highest court in the state. This court is the final authority on interpreting the Montana Constitution.
- The Chief Justice of the Montana Supreme Court holds the highest judicial position in the state. As the presiding officer of the Supreme Court, the Chief Justice leads the court's deliberations and decisions on important legal matters.
- Supreme Court Justices handle appeals, which are reviews of lower court decisions that someone believes were incorrect or unfair. These cases can range from civil disputes to criminal convictions.
- Apart from overseeing the court's proceedings, the Chief Justice also represents the Montana judiciary in official functions and plays a significant role in the administration of the state's judicial system. This includes chairing meetings and coordinating with other branches of government.
- Unlike lower courts, the Montana Supreme Court does not conduct trials with witnesses and juries. Instead, they focus on legal arguments and the application of law based on written briefs, and sometimes through structured oral arguments if further discussion is needed.
- Supreme Court Justices are elected to eight year terms. Elections are nonpartisan and statewide.

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