[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 72 (Tuesday, May 13, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E745-E746]
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                 IN RECOGNITION OF JUDGE BRIAN MERRICK

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                        HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 13, 2014

  Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Judge Brian 
Merrick of Orleans District Court upon his retirement.
  Judge Merrick first took up his gavel over twenty-five years ago in 
Lynn, but transferred to Orleans in idyllic Cape Cod a little over a 
decade ago. By his own accord, he quickly became accustomed to life on 
the Cape. Known for his sharp legal mind, strong wit, and habit of 
wearing bow ties and boat shoes underneath his judicial robes, Judge 
Merrick has been admired by many throughout his career. He was 
appointed First Justice of Orleans District Court in 2013, an honor 
that aptly reflected his many years of service to the Commonwealth. His 
fellow judges, courthouse employees, and many others who have worked 
with him throughout the years agree that he will be sorely missed as he 
steps down from this position.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize Judge Brian Merrick upon his 
retirement. I ask

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that my colleagues join me in wishing him the very best in his future 
endeavors.

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