February 3, 2006

LANSING – Governor Jennifer M. Granholm today announced the appointment of Jennie E. Barkey as Judge of the Genesee County Probate Court.
 
Barkey, of Flint, most recently served as Genesee County Friend of the Court, supervising a staff of over 100 people.  Prior to her appointment as Friend of the Court, Ms. Barkey served in private practice.  She has served as president of the Michigan Friend of the Court Association and as a member of the Michigan Child Support Leadership Counsel.   
 
Ms. Barkey earned her law degree from Thomas Cooley Law School and received her bachelor’s degree from Oakland University. 
 
She replaces Judge Allen Nelson who has resigned.  Her term expires January 1, 2007. 
 
This appointment is not subject to disapproval.

# # #