James Orlando
- Department
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1
- Served since
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2000
- Biography
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Pierce County website
- Ranking
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Sixth of 22
(93.3% positive)
Hover over a chart to see the totals 
Criminal Law Knowledge
| Positive |
201 |
| Neutral |
19 |
| Negative |
4 |
Civil Law Knowledge
| Positive |
299 |
| Neutral |
25 |
| Negative |
6 |
Fairness
| Positive |
347 |
| Neutral |
43 |
| Negative |
19 |
Respect for Parties
| Positive |
356 |
| Neutral |
37 |
| Negative |
14 |
Respect for Attorneys
| Positive |
358 |
| Neutral |
39 |
| Negative |
13 |
Vote to re-elect?
| Positive |
412 |
| Neutral |
0 |
| Negative |
28 |
Fair and Competent?
| Positive |
409 |
| Neutral |
0 |
| Negative |
31 |
Sample Lawyer comments:
- "This judge considers the merits of both sides from his experience with a broad range of issues from private practice."
- "Judge Orlando has an extensive knowledge of the law but does not always apply it equally to both sides."
- "His demeanor is of the type you would hope and expect a judge to have. He treats all parties with respect and dignity."
- "Even if I disagree with the Judge Orlando's rulings, I believe he is fair and impartial."
- "He is generally fair but he can take a position that is not consistent with the facts due to a bias."
Judge's response:
"I am glad to be able to serve as a Judge in Pierce County Superior Court. Our work is challenging and it is rare that all litigants are pleased with the result. My colleagues and I strive to treat people fairly, with respect, and to provide them with due process and a just result under the law."
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