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Adam Noakes for Superior Court Judge,
San Diego County, Office No. 31.

Fairness. Integrity. Experience.

With years of litigation experience and having presided and decided over more than 1,100 cases as an Administrative Law Judge, Adam is prepared to serve from day one.

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Judicial Philosophy

What I Stand For

The strength of our courts depends on judges committed to fairness and impartiality. A judge’s role is not activism or ideology, but faithful application of the law and due process. I am dedicated to upholding the integrity of our Superior Court so every person is treated with dignity and respect.

Fair & Respectful Courtrooms

All parties deserve to be heard with dignity. A calm, disciplined courtroom environment leads to better outcomes and clearer justice.

Upholding the Rule of Law

Every decision must be grounded in the law and the facts presented. Consistency and impartiality are essential to maintaining public confidence in our courts.

Experience That Matters

With military service, civil litigation experience, and over 1,100 cases presided over as an Administrative Law Judge, Adam is ready to serve from day one.

Trusted by Leaders in
San Diego and Beyond

Short Biography

From service abroad to the courtroom, each chapter reflects preparation to serve with integrity.

Brazil Service

Served two years as a missionary in Brazil, directly observing how poverty and distrust in justice erode society—reinforcing his dedication to fair, impartial, and trustworthy courts.

1999–2001
Early 2000s
Army Service

Served as an enlisted infantry soldier in the U.S. Army and was selected for the prestigious 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), where duty and honor defined every solemn act—from honoring fallen service members at Arlington National Cemetery to upholding the highest standards of precision and respect—something he will bring to the bench.

Legal Education

Earned a J.D. from UCLA School of Law and later completed an LL.M. in Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine’s Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, consistently ranked #1 or #2 in the nation for Dispute Resolution.

2009-2012 & 2019-2020
2013-2020
Civil Litigation

Served as a civil litigator at one of the world’s largest law firms, gaining deep experience in high-volume, high-impact civil matters, followed by a year and a half in boutique practices that sharpened his ability to resolve disputes with precision and practicality.

Administrative Law Judge

Serves as an Administrative Law Judge since 2020, presiding over more than 1,100 cases with fairness, independence, and impartiality.

2020–Present
Proven Experience

Judicial Experience That Matters

Cases Presided Over
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Beyond the Bench

A Judge Who Understands Real Life

As a husband of 21 years, father of four daughters, veteran, and longtime member of the community, Adam understands that court decisions affect real families and real futures. His approach to judging is guided not only by the law, but by empathy, discipline, and respect for every person who appears before him.

Outside the courtroom, Adam values time with his family and the quiet perspective found in nature. Moments like these reinforce what matters most—integrity, responsibility, and the importance of building a community where fairness and trust are never taken for granted.

Endorsements

Backed by Leaders in Law & Community

Judicial Endorsements

  • Hon. Michael Smyth, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Robert Amador, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Herbert Exarhos, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Polly Shamoon, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Steven Stone, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Daniel Goldstein, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Brian Erickson, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Ronald Frazier, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Robert O’Neill, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Valerie Summers, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Roy Lai, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Kristopher Young, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. CJ Mody, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Brad Weinreb, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Blaine Bowman, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Melinda Lasater, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Kimberlee Lagotta, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Evan Kirvin, Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Peter Gallagher (ret), Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Christine Goldsmith (ret), Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Joseph Brannigan (ret), Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. Jan Goldsmith (ret), Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Hon. William Gentry (ret), Superior Court Judge, San Diego County
  • Administrative Law Judge Fredrick Clark (ret), State of California
  • Administrative Law Judge JoAnne Saywer-Knoll (ret), State of California
  • Administrative Law Judge Kevin O’Neil (ret), State of California

Notable Community Endorsements

  • San Diego Police Officers Association
  • San Diego County Deputy District Attorneys Association
  • Deputy Sheriffs’ Association of San Diego County
  • Peace Officers Research Association of California, San Diego/Imperial Chapter
  • Escondido Police Officers Association
  • Escondido Firefighters Association
  • El Cajon Police Officers Association
  • James Koerber (ret), Deputy District Attorney
  • Tim Curran (ret), Assistant Sheriff
  • Tia Quick, Deputy District Attorney (ret), Attorney
  • Damon Mosler, Deputy District Attorney (ret)
  • Peter Blair, Criminal Defense Attorney
  • Mark Hagarty, Attorney
  • Gregg Ward, Executive Director of The Center for Respectful Leadership “Adam exemplifies the best of Respectful Leadership by treating every person with genuine civility, consideration, and dignity – even in conflict.”
  • Mike Conklin, Chairman, Sentinels of Freedom “Adam is an honorably discharged military veteran who demonstrates an unwavering commitment to the values we champion, supporting those who have served our nation with honor and ensuring fair, equitable opportunities for all…As an attorney, time and time again, he has provided us, and the veterans we serve, with valuable Pro Bono legal advice. We are confident that Adam will serve on the bench with integrity and honor, fostering trust in the judicial system and upholding justice for veterans, families, and communities alike. ”
  • Mark Amador, Partner at Wingert Grebing Brubaker & Juskie LLP, (ret) Deputy District Attorney
  • John McNutt, U.S. Army Legal Services Agency OTJAG
  • Michael Peterson, CEO Lafayette Energy
  • Todd Petersen, Recovery RN
  • Peter Stockberger, Attorney
  • Charles Pernicka, Litigation Department Chair, The Opus Law Firm
  • Jeremiah Moffit, Attorney
  • Shauna Correia, Attorney
  • Lance Littlejohn, CFO (ret), West Coast Novelty Corp.
  • Brian McCrodden, CEO (ret), West Coast Novelty Corp.
  • Janet Hogstrom, General Manager, Foshay Electric
  • Cody Wiscomb, Project Director Mission Critical, E Technologies Group, LLC
  • Bruce Darrington, Vice President Client Services, O.C. Tanner
  • Blaine Burch, Attorney
  • Justin White, Managing Attorney, The Opus Law Firm
  • Jonathan Dawson, Attorney
  • Laura Geist, Attorney
  • H. Troy Romero, President of Romero Park P.S., Attorney, Retired Mayor of City of Sammamish,
  • Jim Fitzpatrick, Attorney
  • Andrew Azarmi, Attorney
  • Tila Nunn-Miller
  • Justin Dorr
  • James Marvel
  • Carolyn Levenberg
  • Rachel Stevens
  • Leslie Mackay
  • Mark DeWald
  • Kelly Harrison
  • Jennifer Poplin

Disclosure – Federal Law prohibits certain current/non-retired state employees, including administrative law judges and others, from endorsing candidates in their official capacity but allows these individuals to do so in their personal capacity.