Noah Taborda, Kansas Reflector photo by: Noah Taborda/Kansas Reflector Melissa Taylor Standridge, left who was nominated by Gov. Laura Kelly, right, in November, was sworn in to the Kansas Supreme Court on Monday. As she was sworn in to the Kansas Supreme Court Monday, Melissa Taylor Standridge dedicated her future work to promoting public trust and confidence in the state’s justice system. Standridge, a Leawood resident appointed by Gov. Laura Kelly last month, took the oath in a virtual ceremony. She fills the opening left by the retirement of Justice Carol Beier, who had served on the court since 2003.