For Immediate Release | July 2, 2026
Chief Administrative Officer Appointed for Indiana Supreme Court
The Indiana Supreme Court appointed Aaron Hood as the Chief Administrative Officer for its Office of Judicial Administration and Kathryn Dolan as the Deputy CAO. Chief Justice Loretta Rush led a multifaceted national search to fill the positions. Along with her colleagues, she is confident that this leadership team will ensure transparency, innovation, and effective intergovernmental collaboration.
Rush said, “Aaron is a proven leader. My colleagues and I know that his commitment to the courts, financial stewardship, and integrity will maintain our service-oriented culture.” Hood has been interim CAO since January. He brings a decade of Court experience, most recently as Chief Financial and Chief Operating Officer. He also has city, county, state, and national leadership experience, including with the Indiana Department of Transportation, the Association of Government Accountants, and the State Judicial Branch Finance and HR Officers. Hood said, “I am focused on strengthening public confidence in the judicial branch and ensuring our operations continue to run smoothly with clarity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.”
The newly named Deputy CAO, Kathryn Dolan, brings 18 years of Court experience, having served as the Chief Public Information Officer. She is a recipient of the National Center for State Courts’ Distinguished Service Award and a past president of its Conference of Court Public Information Officers. “I’m dedicated to maintaining consistent policies, communicating effectively, and helping guide daily operations,” said Dolan.
OJA supports the efficient administration of the statewide court system under the direction of the Chief Justice. The office includes more than 240 lawyers, licensed professionals, administrative staff, and technology experts. It is a vital link to Indiana’s 600 judicial officers and 18,000 attorneys.
Contact
Adam Clay, Staff Attorney
317-233-3018
adam.clay@courts.in.gov
