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11/12/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/12/2026 16:12
Gov. Evers Appoints David Pierce to the Monroe County Circuit Court
Press Release: Gov. Evers Appoints David Pierce to the Monroe County Circuit Court
State of Wisconsin sent this bulletin at 11/12/2026 02:00 PM CST| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 12, 2026 |
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| Gov. Evers Appoints David Pierce to the Monroe County Circuit Court |
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MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of David Pierce to the Monroe County Circuit Court - Branch 2. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Judge Mark L. Goodman's retirement. Pierce will complete a term ending July 31, 2028. "David Pierce is a respected attorney with a deep commitment to the community and passion for the law," said Gov. Evers. "He will serve the people of Monroe County well." Pierce is a partner at Johns, Flaherty & Collins S.C. in La Crosse. Since joining the firm as an associate in 2017, Pierce has gained experience in criminal law, civil litigation, and administrative proceedings. Pierce currently maintains a robust criminal defense practice in Western Wisconsin and Southeastern Minnesota, representing clients accused of serious felonies. Pierce has also served as a supplemental court commissioner for the La Crosse County Circuit Court since August 2025. "David Pierce is an excellent choice to serve as Monroe County Circuit Court Judge," said Monroe County Board Chair Cedric Schnitzler. "David was raised on a family dairy farm right here in Monroe County, and he understands the values, work ethic, and sense of community that define this county. The role of a judge is not to represent any particular interest or viewpoint, but to ensure that everyone is treated fairly and that the law is applied impartially. David has the integrity, judgment, and commitment to public service that the position demands. I believe he will be a thoughtful, fair, and even-handed judge who will serve all the people of Monroe County exceptionally well." Pierce is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and the University of Wisconsin Law School. In 2022, he was elected to the La Crosse County Board and currently serves as the first vice chair of the board. In the community, Pierce has served on the boards of directors of the Coulee Region Humane Society, Mobile Meals of La Crosse, Coulee Region RISE, and is currently the president of the La Crosse County Bar Association. Pierce is relocating to Monroe County for the position. "It is an incredible honor and privilege to be appointed by Gov. Evers to serve as Monroe County Circuit Court Judge," said Pierce. "Having been born and raised in Monroe County, this opportunity is especially meaningful to me. I am grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community that has always been home. I recognize the tremendous responsibility that comes with serving as a judge, and I look forward to carrying out that responsibility with fairness, impartiality, and respect for the law and all those who come before the court." A photo of Pierce is attached |
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