Dewar, 43, was nominated by Healey after Justice Elspeth Cypher announced she would retire early in 2024. If her nomination is successful - as her cordial reception seemed to indicate will be the case - she’ll be able to sit on the court for nearly 27 years before she reaches the mandatory retirement age of 70.
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Elizabeth "Bessie" Dewar would serve on the state’s highest court and, despite questions about her young age and lack of experience on the bench, the council that can confirm her had nothing but high praises Wednesday.