Bigney, Tynan Named to Orange County Court

Gov. Rick Scott appointed Jeanette D. Bigney and Greg Allen Tynan, both of Orlando, to the Orange County Court.

According to a release from the governor's office:

"Bigney, 38, has been a sole practitioner since 2005. From 2004 to 2005, she was Of Counsel with Bigney and Orth and practiced with Rigdon, Alexander and Rigdon from 2003 to 2004.

"She served as an assistant state attorney with the 9th Judicial Circuit from 1999 to 2003.

"Bigney received a bachelors degree from the University of Illinois and a law degree from Nova Southeastern University.

Jeanette displays the work ethic, knowledge and temperament expected of a jurist, Gov. Scott said. I am confident she will interpret and apply the law in a fair and unbiased manner.

"Tynan, 42, has served as an assistant state attorney with the 9th Judicial Circuit since 2001 and from 1995 to 1999.

"From 1999 to 2001, he practiced in the private sector, first with the Law Office of W. Riley Allen and later with the Law Office of Kevin Cannon.

"Tynan received a bachelors degree from the University of Central Florida and a law degree from Nova Southeastern University.

As a prosecutor, Greg has demonstrated his willingness to carefully review and analyze the details of every case and the laws relating to them, Gov. Scott said. His commitment to examine the facts and come to a just decision will serve the people of Orange County well.

"Bigney will fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Judge Heather L. Higbee to the 9th Judicial Circuit.

"Tynan will fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Judge John E. Jordan to the 9th Judicial Circuit."