Superior Court of California, County of Orange / Joined 1981 / Served to 1997
James L. Smith
Judge, Superior Court of California, County of Orange
James L. Smith was a Judge of the Superior Court of California, County of Orange, who joined the court in 1981. Sources ↓
- Tenure
- 1981–1997 · 16 yrs
Judicial service
| Year | Court | Appointed by | Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Superior Court of California, County of Orange | – | – |
Questions & answers
- How do judges of the Superior Court of California, County of Orange reach the bench?
- The court's current selection method is merit selection with retention.
- Which court was James L. Smith on?
- James L. Smith was a Judge of the Superior Court of California, County of Orange.
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16 years on the Superior Court of California, County of Orange. Data as of 2026-03-31. Informational only; verify against the primary source before relying. Not a consumer report (FCRA).