A NOTE FROM MICHELLE
Hello! My name is Michelle Ambrozaitis, and I am running for a seat on the 55th Judicial Circuit Court. This seat is currently held by Judge Mienk, who intends to retire at the expiration of his term. After spending the last fifteen years as the Clare County Prosecutor I am eager to pursue a new role in our community. My years as a prosecutor have taught me invaluable lessons about resolving cases in a fair and just way. I have learned to look beyond the crime to the individual and fashion a resolution that encompasses a fair result for the defendant, the victim, and the community.
I am confident that with my legal background and experience I can help make the 55th Circuit Court better for Clare and Gladwin counties. I am committed to working in concert with fellow judges on the bench, aiming to ensure that the court operates efficiently and is user-friendly for all who utilize it.
As the elected prosecutor, I handled a full felony caseload in addition to the administrative duties of the office. Because of the serious nature of the cases that come before the circuit court, it is imperative that Clare and Gladwin counties are served by a judge with the experience and ability to navigate the caseload along with the other duties of the office.
As prosecutor, I took my role as a leader very seriously. I serve on the multidisciplinary team for child abuse investigations, I am the current Board Chairperson for the Northern Michigan Alliance for Children Child Advocacy Center, I am a board member for the Prosecuting Attorney Association of Michigan, and I am a member of the Clare County Community Foundation board. I also serve on other local community boards and am active within my community.
It is time for me to tackle a new role and continue to effectuate meaningful change for our citizens in both counties. I am confident that my experiences have led me to this post and that I will fulfill the constitutional obligations with compassion and neutrality. Thank you for your support on this journey.
-Michelle