Jacquelyn E. Rokusek was recently appointed to the Johnson County District Court by Governor Laura Kelly. Judge Rokusek was formerly the senior managing partner of Rokusek Stein Law where she developed a successful federal and state criminal law practice. Judge Rokusek started her career as a Johnson County Assistant District Attorney and then accepted a position as a Special Assistant United States Attorney in the District of Kansas. She then opened her own firm. She practiced law for 26 years before taking the bench and looks forward to serving the community where she has practiced law for so many years. Judge Rokusek is married to Mark Rokusek and they have a daughter, fraternal twin boys and two miniature schnauzers.
"I congratulate Judge Rokusek on this significant appointment to the Johnson County District Court," said Wendy Doyle, United WE President & CEO. "Her leadership and expertise will strengthen the law community in Kansas and elevate women's decision-making power across the state."