Governor Appointed - Not Elected by the People

This official was appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) in 2021 - not chosen through a public vote. They later ran unopposed in 2024 to retain the seat - voters had no alternative candidate to choose.

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Hon. Alisa L. Parker-LaGrone

Chief Judge Pro Tempore, 8th District Court

5

Years Served

2021

Since

6yr

Term Length

2030

Next Election

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Biography

Judge Alisa L. Parker-LaGrone was appointed to the 8th District Court by Governor Gretchen Whitmer in 2021 and serves as Chief Judge Pro Tempore. She ran unopposed in the 2024 election, securing her seat through 2030. Previously served as managing attorney at Legal Services of South Central Michigan and co-founded ANP Consulting LLC. As Chief Judge Pro Tempore, she serves as the second-in-command of the District Court behind the Chief Judge.

Career Timeline

Chief Judge Pro Tempore, 8th District Court

District Court Judge (2021-present)

Appointed by Governor Whitmer (Oct. 7, 2021)

Ran unopposed 2024, term through 2030

Managing Attorney, Legal Services of South Central Michigan

Co-founder, ANP Consulting LLC

Campaign Finance & Funding

No detailed contribution data found. Ran unopposed in 2024.

Reporting Waiver Filed - This official filed a waiver with the Michigan Secretary of State, indicating they did not expect to raise or spend $1,000+. No detailed financial reports are required.

Appointed by Gov. Whitmer (D) on Oct. 7, 2021

Campaign committee: 'The Committee to Elect Judge Alisa Parker LaGrone' (ID #520406)

Ran unopposed in 2024 - minimal campaign activity expected

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Details

Court
8th District Court
Division
General
Jurisdiction
Misdemeanors, civil cases under $25,000, small claims, landlord-tenant, traffic
Education
Western Michigan University alumna
Court Address
8th District Court, 227 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

How They Got the Seat

Method
APPOINTED BY GOVERNOR
Appointed By
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D)
Appointment Year
2021
Later Elected
2024 (ran unopposed - no alternative)
Election Type
Nonpartisan
Term Length
6 years
Next Election
November 2030
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