Westport Attorney Nominated To Be CT Superior Court Judge

WESTPORT, CT — An attorney from Westport has been nominated to be Connecticut Superior Court judges, one of 20 jurists Gov. Ned Lamont this week named as his choices to serve on the bench.

Currently, the court has 40 judicial vacancies, and in addition to the Superior Court nominees, Lamont also nominated two jurists to become family support magistrates.

The Westport nominee is Yamini Menon, who is an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Civil Litigation Bureau of the Office of the Chief State’s Attorney.

"Selecting nominees to become judges is one of the most important duties that I have as governor because these individuals will become responsible for ensuring that justice is administered fairly and without prejudice, and that everyone who comes before the court is treated equally and with respect," Lamont said.

He added, "Our court system works best when it reflects the diversity, experience, and understanding of the people it serves. These individuals I am nominating have the qualifications that meet the high standards the residents of Connecticut deserve on the bench. Justice delayed is justice denied, and these new judges will help ensure the judicial branch is able to decide cases promptly and efficiently."

Below is a brief bio of Menon from the Governor's Office:

• Yamini Menon, 46: Menon graduated from John Hopkins University and obtained her Juris Doctor degree from American University Washington College of Law. She currently works as an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Civil Litigation Bureau of the Office of the Chief State’s Attorney. Prior to this, she was with the Division of Criminal Justice for 18 years. She has handled criminal trials, habeas corpus trials, habeas corpus appeals, and juvenile delinquency matters on behalf of the Division of Criminal Justice. Additionally, she served as a legal aid attorney with Connecticut Legal Services representing clients in housing court.