COUNTY NEWS RELEASE

Los Alamos County officials wish to remind citizens that it is not too late to express interest in filling the position of Probate Judge, to be vacated on February 2 when the Honorable Michael Redondo resigns. In this important post, this individual oversees proceedings and renders decisions regarding cases presented in the probate court system. 

Interested Los Alamos residents at least 18 years of age are encouraged to email a letter of interest to the County Manager at lacmanager@lacnm.us. Letters should be one to two pages long, detailing the reasons for applying. All letters must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17. 

Qualified candidates must be available to attend a council meeting in person on January 23, 2024. During this meeting, candidates will have the opportunity to answer questions posed by councilors. The council will then select and appoint an individual to finish Judge Redondo’s term, ending on Dec. 31, 2026.

For more information about the Probate Judge’s duties or the Probate Court’s responsibilities, visit the Probate Court webpage or contact the County Manager’s Office at 505-663-1750.