YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Ohio Association of Probate Judges has elected Judge Robert N. Rusu Jr. of Mahoning County Probate Court as its new president.
In this leadership role, Rusu will head the state judicial organization dedicated to the administration and improvement of Ohio’s probate court system.
The oath of office was administered to Rusu by retired Ohio Supreme Court Justice Paul Pfeifer during the association’s conference June 11.
Rusu will oversee the development and implementation of the statewide educational curriculum for the upcoming year, serving Ohio’s probate judges, court clerks and court investigators. He will also take an active role in steering key probate legislation through the Ohio General Assembly.
“It is a tremendous honor to lead such a fine organization and be able to have an impact on probate law around the state of Ohio,” Rusu said.
The Ohio Association of Probate Judges is a nonprofit organization dedicated to organizing educational programming and business meetings for the state’s probate judiciary. By promoting collegiality, the association fosters an environment for sharing innovative ideas and experiences regarding probate court operations. Beyond judicial training, the OAPJ provides ongoing education and resources for court employees, including deputy clerks and court investigators, across Ohio.