7/8/2011
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today announced the appointment of Marion County native and Fairmont lawyer, Michael John Aloi, as Circuit Judge for the 16th Judicial Circuit serving Marion County. The Farmington, West Virginia resident will fill the judicial vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Fred Fox II.
"Judge Fox dedicated himself to providing justice for the people of Marion County and he leaves behind a legacy that will not be easily duplicated," Gov. Tomblin said. "With his long-time leadership and legal expertise, I believe Michael will serve the people of Marion County well as Circuit Judge."
Aloi, an attorney with Manchin and Aloi Attorneys at Law in Fairmont, has held several leadership positions in both the legal and Marion County community, including Past President of the West Virginia State Bar and Marion County Bar, President of the Association for Conflict Resolution, President of the United Way of Marion County and President of Family Service for Marion and Harrison Counties.
A a graduate of West Virginia Wesleyan College and the West Virginia University College of Law, Aloi has returned to both of his alma maters to serve as a lecturer and instructor on legal and business topics.
Aloi is married to Dr. Susan Aloi. Together they have four children, Joey, Alexander, Hannah, and Iris.
Contact Information
Jacqueline Proctor
304-558-2000