Gov. Ducey appoints Bill Montgomery to AZ Supreme Court
“ADF congratulates Bill Montgomery, who will be the newest member of Arizona’s high court and a worthy successor to Justice Scott Bales. Gov. Ducey said he chose Mr. Montgomery because he ‘was looking for a candidate who had an understanding of the law, a well-developed judicial philosophy, appreciation for the separation of powers, and a dedication to public service.’ We heartily agree that these are among the most desirable qualities in a high court justice and that Mr. Montgomery fits the bill. He is well known as a competent and experienced attorney, treats everyone with civility and respect, and has demonstrated his commitment to the rule of law and both the federal and state constitutions. That commitment includes standing for our most fundamental freedoms of free speech and religious liberty, and we trust that he will bring his focused, reasoned, and professional approach to those issues as they come before the court.”
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As the CEO, president, and general counsel of Alliance Defending Freedom, Kristen Waggoner leads the faith-based organization in advancing the God-given right to live and speak the truth in the U.S. and around the world. She oversees more than 450 ADF team members in eight global offices. Since 2011, ADF has won 15 cases at the U.S. Supreme Court, three of which were argued by Waggoner: Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission, Uzuebgunam v. Presczewski,and 303 Creative v. Elenis. ADF also has a strong record of international success at the European Court of Human Rights, United Nations, and other leading courts and tribunals and has secured the release of more than 1,000 imprisoned Christians. After clerking with Washington Supreme Court Justice Richard B. Sanders, Waggoner practiced law for over 16 years at a Seattle firm before joining ADF in 2013. She is Peer Review Rated AV® Preeminent™ in Martindale-Hubbell. Waggoner is a sought-after public speaker who often appears in national and international media outlets.