Newly Appointed Judge Presiding Over Regional Court in Passau

New President of Passau Regional Court Assumes Role

Gisela Schwack, a seasoned legal professional with a rich background in the Bavarian justice system, has taken over as the President of the Passau Regional Court. The inaugural visit to Mayor Jürgen Dupper on February 28, 2025, marked the beginning of her tenure.

Schwack's career in law began in March 1992 at the Munich II Public Prosecutor's Office. After passing both of her state exams in Passau, where she lived for nine years, she returned to her roots as the new president of the local regional court. Prior to this appointment, Schwack held various positions as a public prosecutor and judge, including director of the Straubing Local Court in 2017 and president of the Deggendorf Regional Court in 2021.

Rudolf Helmhagen, the previous president of the Passau Regional Court, retired at the end of December 2024. The predecessor of Gisela Schwack as president of the Passau Regional Court is not mentioned in the provided search results. As the new president, Schwack oversees not only the Passau Regional Court but also the local courts in Passau and Freyung, holding the highest position in the Passau legal community.

Mayor Jürgen Dupper warmly welcomed Schwack during her visit and expressed his wish for her success in her new challenge. He emphasized the consistently good contact between the city of Passau and the Passau Regional Court and his commitment to continuing this excellent cooperation. The Passau Regional Court, as the highest court in Passau, plays a crucial role in the city's legal system, and Schwack's leadership is expected to further strengthen its position.

In January 1994, Schwack worked for the Commission of the European Communities, but her career in the Bavarian justice system has been her primary focus ever since. The visit to Mayor Dupper was a significant milestone in Schwack's career, signifying the start of her leadership at the Passau Regional Court.