# Judicial appointment dispute in Gualeguay

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/judicial-appointment-dispute-in-gualeguay
> Updated: 2026-10-09T14:13:03.000Z. Sources: 24. Developments: 2.

In Gualeguay, Argentina, a group of psychologists and their professional college have filed a legal challenge with the Superior Tribunal of Justice (STJ) regarding the appointment of two professionals to the Interdisciplinary Technical Team (ETI).

The applicants are contesting Resolution No. 265, which appointed Marianela Montiel and Maura Sturzenegger to interim positions. The group alleges the selection process was “hermetic” and characterized by “grave vices of arbitrariness, lack of motivation, and an impact on equal opportunity.” They claim that despite an open call, the process bypassed standard procedures by failing to conduct interviews, publish a merit order, or disclose objective weighting criteria. The professionals are seeking the revocation of the appointments and immediate access to all supporting records and minutes.

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### 2026-09-21: Psychologists challenge judicial appointments in Gualeguay

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