Judge Max J. Kelch was named Wednesday to represent the Fourth Judicial District, which includes portions of Douglas and Sarpy counties.
He currently serves as a district court judge.
Kelch has worked as a county judge, a county and deputy city attorney, and a special prosecutor. He also was a private practice attorney in two law firms.
Kelch earned an accounting degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and his law degree from the university’s College of Law. He will replace Supreme Court Judge Michael McCormack, who is retiring.
Ricketts says Kelch brings a blend of real world experience from his private practice and public service. This is the governor’s second appointment to the court.