Richard A. Jones

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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1. When was Richard A. Jones born?1950
2. Where was Richard A. Jones born?United States
3. What is the current position?Senior United States district judge
4. What is the court?United States District Court for the Western District of Washington
5. Who is Richard A. Jones?Richard A. Jones is a senior judge who works in the federal court system in Washington state.
6. What jobs did he have before becoming a judge?Before becoming a judge, he was a deputy prosecutor in King County, worked for the Port of Seattle, served as an assistant U.S. attorney, and also practiced private law.

Jurist: An individual renowned for their expertise in law, particularly a judge.
Federal District Court: A primary trial court within the United States federal court system, handling diverse federal legal matters.
Judicial Temperament: The inherent qualities and disposition deemed essential for a judge, including fairness, patience, and impartiality.