JUDICIAL · NJ · 1979-1996
Robert N. Wilentz
Supreme Court Chief Justice · Democrat · New Jersey
On the record
17-year tenure
Background
Between 1979 and 1996, Robert N. Wilentz held the Supreme Court Chief Justice seat in New Jersey, a 17-year tenure. Took office after Richard J. Hughes (latest tracked occupant of this seat). Note: 17-year tenure. Same-year political environment (1979): Governor Brendan Byrne.
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Others who held this office in New Jersey
- Pierre P. Garven (1973-1973)
- Richard J. Hughes (1973-1981)
- Joseph Weintraub (1957-1973)
- Arthur T. Vanderbilt (1948-1957)