JUDICIAL · VT · 1997-2004
Jeffrey Amestoy
Chief Justice · State Supreme Court · Vermont
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On the record
Authored Baker v. Vermont (1999, established civil unions)
Background
Between 1997 and 2004, Jeffrey Amestoy held the Chief Justice · State Supreme Court seat in Vermont, a 7-year tenure. Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Frederic Allen; succeeded by Paul Reiber. Note: Authored Baker v. Vermont (1999, established civil unions). Same-year political environment (1997): Governor Howard Dean; Attorney General Bill Sorrell; Secretary of State Jim Douglas.
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Others who held this office in Vermont
- Paul Reiber (2004-present)
- Frederic Allen (1984-1997)