Qualifications: What training, experience and characteristics qualify you for this position?
ISSUES: What are the two (2) most pressing issues that you will face in the office that you seek? Describe your specific plans/ideas for addressing these issues.
Whitney Jones Moore
I earned my Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration from the University of Akron and hold a Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Southern University. I have over 12 years of experience as a trial attorney handling over 600 cases, practicing in litigation, family law, civil and criminal matters, which has provided extensive courtroom experience and exposure to complex legal issues. In addition, my background in business management equips me with the skills necessary to manage a high-volume docket effectively. I bring a balanced, prepared, and fair approach to the bench, along with a demonstrated commitment to access to justice and professionalism, which I believe makes me well-suited to serve the community in this role.
1. Managing growing caseloads and preventing backlog. To address this, I would implement early case management conferences, issue clear and enforceable scheduling orders, promptly rule on motions, and encourage early mediation when appropriate. I would also use technology for routine hearings and actively monitor aging cases to ensure they move forward efficiently. 2. Ensuring access to justice while maintaining fairness and neutrality. I would ensure clear court procedures, maintain consistent expectations for attorneys and pro se litigants, enforce professionalism, and provide understandable explanations of process as permitted by law. I would also provide detailed resources on my court website for self-represented litigants.
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