Judge Norman was appointed to the bench in January 2023. He earned his undergraduate degree from University of Northern Iowa in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management. In 2012, he earned his law degree from Drake University Law School, graduating with High Honors. Judge Norman served as an assistant Cerro Gordo County Attorney and an assistant Scott County Attorney prior to his appointment as the Hancock County Attorney. Judge Norman was elected as Hancock County Attorney in 2018 and 2022 and served until his appointment. He is a member of the Cerro Gordo and Hancock County Bar Association.