Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Michael Deen to the Orange County bench of the Ninth Circuit, filling the vacancy created by the elevation of Judge Laurent.

Michael Deen has served as an assistant state attorney in the Ninth Circuit since 2012. He received his bachelor’s degree from Samford University and his law degree from Barry University School of Law. Deen fills the judicial vacancy created by the elevation of Judge Gisela Laurent.

Congratulations and welcome to the Ninth!