JUDICIAL · VA · 2022-present
S. Bernard Goodwyn
Chief Justice · State Supreme Court · Virginia
On the record
First Black VA Chief Justice elected by full court
Background
S. Bernard Goodwyn served as Chief Justice · State Supreme Court of Virginia from 2022–present (4 years). Currently in office. Took office after Donald Lemons. Note: First Black VA Chief Justice elected by full court. Same-year political environment (2022): Governor Glenn Youngkin; Attorney General Jason Miyares; Secretary of State Kay Coles James.
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Others who held this office in Virginia
- Donald Lemons (2015-2022)
- Cynthia Kinser (2011-2014)
- Leroy Hassell Sr. (2003-2011)
- Harry Carrico (1981-2003)