Commissioner Ralph Robles Appointed to the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara

SAN JOSÉ, Calif. (October 24, 2025):  The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara is pleased to announce the appointment of Commissioner Ralph Robles. Commissioner Robles brings a diverse range of legal experience and a longstanding commitment to justice that will serve the Court and the public well in his new role.

Commissioner Robles is a solo practitioner based in Santa Clara County whose legal career spans a variety of practice areas including adult and juvenile criminal defense, traffic, civil, family, and federal court matters. For the past decade, he has primarily handled criminal court cases through a contract with the County’s Independent Defense Counsel Office, providing legal representation for indigent clients.

“The appointment of Commissioner Robles underscores the Superior Court’s commitment to judicial excellence and service,” said Presiding Judge Julie A. Emede. “His courtroom experience and long-standing commitment to the community will further strengthen our bench and our justice system.”

Please join us in congratulating Commissioner Ralph Robles on his appointment to the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. His broad legal background and commitment to public service are a welcome addition to our Court.