SOMERS, Wis. — Two local attorneys have applied to serve as interim municipal judge in Somers following the expected resignation of Judge Bob Kupfer.

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The applicants are Edward R. Antaramian and Nicole L. Rizzo, according to application materials obtained by Kenosha County Eye .

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Antaramian, a longtime Kenosha attorney and former Kenosha City Attorney, brings decades of municipal experience. In his cover letter, he notes he prosecuted more than 1,500 cases during his tenure with the City of Kenosha and directly drafted numerous ordinances . He also indicated that if appointed to the temporary role, he would not run for election at the end of the term .

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His listed references include Pleasant Prairie Municipal Judge Richard Alan Ginkowski, Twin Lakes Municipal Judge Bruce Goodnough, and Kenosha City Administrator John Morrissey — signaling support from established municipal and governmental figures. Insiders familiar with the Village Board’s thinking say Antaramian is the likely choice, citing his deep municipal background and reputation for steady courtroom management.

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Rizzo, managing attorney at Rizzo & Diersen, S.C., also submitted a letter of interest for the interim position . A Marquette Law School graduate who has practiced in Kenosha County for more than 28 years, Rizzo primarily practices family law and previously served as a Guardian ad Litem .

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Her reference list includes Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge David Wilk, retired Court Commissioner Loren Keating, Kenosha Mayor David Bogdala, Racine County Circuit Court Judge Faye Flancher, Kenosha County Sheriff David Zoerner, and Clerk of Courts Rebecca Matoska-Mentink .

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However, several legal observers say Rizzo is not being viewed as a serious contender for the interim role. Rumors persist that she may be using the appointment process as a stepping stone toward a future run for circuit court or another higher judicial position.

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The Village Board will ultimately recommend a candidate to the Circuit Court for appointment to serve through April 30, 2027, when the position will go to election.

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