Governor Appoints Adele J. Ridenour as Multnomah County Circuit Court Judge
PORTLAND, OR – In a recent announcement, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has appointed civil attorney Adele J. Ridenour as the new judge of the Multnomah County Circuit Court. Ridenour, 46, will officially assume her role on July 1, succeeding Judge Beth Allen, who is retiring after 12 years on the bench.
Ridenour brings a wealth of experience to her new position, having served as a temporary judge in Washington County and as an arbitrator. She previously held the presidency of the Oregon Women Lawyers association, underscoring her commitment to the legal community and gender equity in the field. Known for her work in resolving construction disputes, Ridenour has represented various stakeholders, including developers, homeowners, and affordable housing organizations.
A graduate of the University of Oregon School of Law in 2010, Ridenour began her career at Ball Janik before becoming a shareholder at Markowitz Herbold last year. Although she has not made headlines frequently, her legal expertise and dedication to her causes are well regarded in the community.
Judges in Oregon are typically elected but often retire mid-term, which, in this case, permitted the governor to select Ridenour as a replacement. With Ridenour’s appointment, she becomes part of a judiciary that serves a critical role in addressing various legal matters at the county level.
This appointment marks another step in the governor’s recent efforts to fill judicial vacancies, as Kotek announced two other judicial appointments last month. Circuit judges in Oregon earn a salary of $174,000 annually.
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