DENVER ~ In a press release issued today, Governor Polis announced the appointment of two new judges to the 23rd Judicial District Court. Beth A. Elliott-Dumler has been appointed to fill the vacancy left by the retirement of Judge Ben L. Leutwyler, III, while W. Casey Brown will be taking on a newly created judgeship in the Douglas County Court.

Ms. Elliott-Dumler brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having served as a Magistrate in the 18th Judicial District since 2003. Her docket primarily consists of juvenile and domestic matters, and she has also previously worked as a Family Court Facilitator and an Assistant Attorney General at the Colorado Attorney General's Office. She holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law.

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Joining her on the bench is Mr. Brown, who has been serving as a Magistrate in the 18th Judicial District since 2024. His docket focuses on criminal matters and he has previously held positions as a Senior Assistant County Attorney in Douglas County and a Deputy District Attorney in the 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office. He also has experience working as an Associate Attorney at Nemirow Perez, P.C. Mr. Brown earned his Bachelor's degree from State University of New York at Potsdam and his Juris Doctorate from University of Denver Sturm College of Law.

Both appointments will be effective in 2026, with Ms. Elliott-Dumler taking on her new role on June 1st and Mr. Brown beginning his duties on July 1st.

Governor Polis expressed confidence in both appointees, stating that their extensive legal backgrounds make them well-suited for their new positions on the bench. The appointments were made possible by Senate Bill 25-024, which created the new judgeship in the Douglas County Court. With these appointments, the 23rd Judicial District Court will continue to serve the people of Colorado with experienced and dedicated judges.

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