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Judges and Judiciary

Sep. 11, 2004

A Strong Hand

SAN FRANCISCO - The golden rules in Judge James Roeder's courtroom are: Show up on time, know your case and don't play games. Attorneys who've been around Placer County for awhile know Roeder is a master of efficiency who runs his calendar the same way he shakes hands - with an iron grip.

James Roeder
Judge,
Placer County Superior Court
Career highlights: Elected to Placer County Superior Court, 1988; appointed by Gov. George Deukmejian to Placer County Municipal Court, 1985; solo practice in Auburn, 1976-1985.
Law school: University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, 1976
Age: 60
By Peter Blumberg
Daily Journal Staff Writer

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