by Hannah Gimpel, Hamilton
Join me in supporting Erin Farris-Olsen for Montana Clerk of the Supreme Court! I’ve had the privilege of working with Erin both personally and professionally over the years, and I can attest to her unwavering competency, effectiveness, and work ethic. With over 14 years as a licensed attorney, Erin’s extensive experience includes serving as a Law Clerk for the Montana Supreme Court and managing six self-help law centers across the state. Her career has been dedicated to developing community-based, statewide solutions, driven by her steadfast belief that everyone deserves equal access to justice.
The Clerk of the Supreme Court may be a lesser-known position, but it is immensely important. As an independent office, the Clerk protects both the people and the Court. This role involves receiving and processing court filings, storing records, and facilitating key attorney proceedings, such as the swearing-in of new lawyers and handling attorney discipline. Clerks of court serve as a vital resource for anyone involved in a court proceeding, particularly the most vulnerable members of our communities. Erin truly believes that ‘The Court should serve all people, not politics.’ This principle guides her dedication to ensuring that the Clerk’s office remains a fair and impartial resource, protecting the rights of everyone who interacts with the judicial system.
Linda Schmitt says
We listened to Farris-Olsen a few weeks ago and were impressed. Her public service intentions are clear and consistent with her public service record. As the only actual attorney running for the Clerk position, with her, we’d actually have a qualified person in the job. Definitely a no-brainer to vote for her. I’m a Democrat, but I believe she’d do the job in a non-partisan way. Says a lot.
WMA says
We can all be grateful that it’s not Hamilton’s own Jason Ellsworth, part-time senator and full-time crybaby who got his chubby butt kicked in the primary.