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Mike Wetzel
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Mike Wetzel is a judge for the 5th Judicial District in Oregon.[1] He was elected on May 15, 2012 to replace retired Judge Ronald D. Thom, effective January, 2013. His current term expires in 2018.[2]
Education
Wetzel attended school at Mt. Hood Community College in Troutdale and earned his bachelor's degree from Willamette University in Salem. He later received his J.D. from Vanderbilt University.[1]
Career
Before his election to the 5th Judicial District Wetzel worked with the law firm Fitzwater Meyer, LLP where he specialized in estate planning and business and tax law.[3][1]
2012 election
Wetzel defeated Judge Bruce Shepley in the race for the Clackamas County Circuit Court, Position 3.[4]
- “I look forward to serving the citizens of Clackamas County. I feel privileged to have lived in Clackamas County most of my life and honored to have represented countless individuals and businesses in this community for many years. I plan to approach my job as Clackamas County Circuit Court Judge with humility and impartiality, and will always strive to treat all parties with respect and dignity. I possess a passion for the law and the desire to work hard to the benefit of all parties involved. I believe my diverse experiences and commitment to justice will make me an asset on the bench.”[3] - Mike Wetzel
- See also: Oregon judicial elections, 2012
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Wetzl Campaign page
- ↑ Clackamas County News, "Mike Wetzel elected as next Clackamas County Circuit Court judge (2012 primary election)," May 15, 2012
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 The Lake Oswego Review, "Wetzel sets sights on judge position," January 19, 2012
- ↑ The Oregonian, "Race to replace Clackamas County judge Ronald Thom draws two candidates -- so far," January 23, 2012
Federal courts:
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals • U.S. District Court: District of Oregon • U.S. Bankruptcy Court: District of Oregon
State courts:
Oregon Supreme Court • Oregon Court of Appeals • Oregon Circuit Courts • Oregon Tax Court • Oregon County Courts • Oregon Justice Courts • Oregon Municipal Courts
State resources:
Courts in Oregon • Oregon judicial elections • Judicial selection in Oregon
