On Jan 20, 2016 - Chancellor Sami Sarsour sworn oath by President of State of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas at presidential premises.
President Abbas issued a presidential decree to appoint Chancellor Sami Sarsour the new chief justice according to a recommendation from High Judicial Council.
It is worth noting that Chancellor Sami Sarsour is the senior judge of Supreme Court. His Excellency was the deputy of former Chief Justice Mr. Ali Muhana.