INDIANAPOLIS (October 17, 2007) - Governor Mitch Daniels today announced the appointment of James Ahler as judge of the Jasper County Superior Court. He succeeds Judge J. Philip McGraw, who is retiring effective October 26.

Ahler, a Rensselaer native, is currently a private attorney at Scandaglia & Ryan in Chicago where he specializes in cases involving claims of investment fraud, breach of contract and estate and trust disputes. Previously, he served two judicial law clerkships in the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Ahler received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University - Bloomington and his law degree from the Saint Louis University School of Law.

"We're always on the lookout to recapture Hoosier talent that has left our state for one reason or another," said Daniels. "James is a rising star with a bright future and we're fortunate to have him return home to Indiana."

Ahler's appointment will be effective in November at a date to be determined.

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