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Senate Democrats have revealed the appointment of Abbey True Harris as chief counsel of the Senate Majority Office.

The April 18 announcement was made by Tim Lydon, executive director of the Senate Democrats, in Trenton.

“Abbey’s extensive legal career in the private sector and commitment to public service uniquely qualifies her to offer counsel on a range of issues, making her an important addition to this office,” said Lydon in a press release. “Abbey has developed a well-deserved reputation for thoughtfully dissecting laws and public policies. I am excited to have her join the Senate Majority staff.”

Harris most recently served as vice president of legal affairs and public policy for CURE and NJ PURE, where she spearheaded legal and regulatory initiatives and supervised complex state and federal trial and appellate litigation. Her extensive legal career, which Lydon referenced, also includes serving as a law clerk to New Jersey Supreme Court Justice Virginia Long, a nearly decade-long stint in private practice with Fox Rothschild, as well as serving in various capacities for several federal, state and local government offices, including the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey.

“I am humbled to join the Senate Majority Office as Chief Counsel and thank the Senate President for the opportunity to serve in this important position,” said Harris in a statement. “I am eager to work with the Executive Director and staff to support the Senate President and Majority members as they advance legislation that will improve the lives of people in my home state.”

Senate President Nick Scutari, D-22nd District, welcomed the addition of Harris to his team.

“Abbey has decades of diverse legal and public policy experience, enabling her to make an immediate impact,” said Scutari. “Her private sector experience and legal skills will be an asset to the Senate Majority as we work on behalf of all New Jersey residents.”