Danny Lau Sworn in as Commissioner of the Santa Clara County Superior Court

SAN JOSÉ, Calif. (November 9, 2026): The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, welcomed Commissioner Danny Lau to the bench following his oath of office ceremony on Monday, November 9, 2026.

Commissioner Lau joins the Court after 19 years of service as a Deputy District Attorney with the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office. During his tenure, he served in felony trial and law and motion assignments. He has also coached high school mock trial teams and volunteered with youth and immigration-focused organizations.

“Throughout his career, Commissioner Lau has demonstrated a strong commitment to public service and the community, and we are pleased to welcome him to the bench,” said Presiding Judge Julie A. Emede. “The Court looks forward to his contributions to the administration of justice in Santa Clara County.”

Commissioner Lau earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in 2007 and his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Davis in 2003.

The Court congratulates Commissioner Lau on his appointment and warmly welcomes him to the Santa Clara County Superior Court.

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