Judge Michael J. Rushton: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

Riverside County Superior Court, Department S203

CA Bar #: 160528 (December 1992)

Biography

Overview

The Hon. Michael J. Rushton is a judge for the Riverside County Superior Court in California[1]. Rushton was elected to the bench in 2008[2].

While on the bench, Rushton's assignments have included dependency and family preservation calendar assignments. His work has included juvenile dependency matters in Murrieta[3]. A 2021 profile described his emphasis on achieving permanency for children in the dependency system[3].

Educational background

Rushton earned a B.A. from Brigham Young University in 1989. At the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly University of California, Hastings College of the Law), he completed a J.D. in 1992[4]. He was admitted to the State Bar of California (December 1992).

Career history

After graduating from law school, Rushton began his legal career with the Riverside County District Attorney's Office as a deputy district attorney in 1992[2]. Over the next sixteen years, he prosecuted gang and homicide cases[2]. He remained with the office until joining the bench[2].

Personal life

Outside the courtroom, Rushton was described as a married father of four who enjoyed spending time with his family and playing golf.

References

[1] California Courts — Judges Roster
[2] Riverside Lawyer (May 2009)
[3] Daily Journal — Michael Rushton
[4] University of California College of the Law, San Francisco — Commencement Exercises (1992)

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In Re: JANINE JACQUES

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Estate of: CAROLYN FAYE KEY

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In the Matter of Mary Lou Murillo Revocable Trust

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In the Matter of: KARSON GLENN

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Conservatorship of: ANGEL JOSUE HERNANDEZ

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In Re: LUIS ALFONSO CARBAJAL

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In the Matter of The Robert E. Derse Revocable Trust dated June 27, 2016

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In Re: ALVA GILLETT

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Conservatorship of: SONNY ISAAC JOHNSON

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Conservatorship of: MINA WAGEEH MARINELIAS TADROUS

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In Re: JOANNA O'NEILL

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In Re The Burge Family Trust Dated October 6, 1995, as Amended

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About

Michael J. Rushton
Current Appointment Riverside County Superior Court, Department S203	Riverside County Superior Court, Department S203
Education J.D., University of California, Hastings College of the Law - 1992 B.A., Brigham Young University - 1989	J.D., University of California, Hastings College of the Law - 1992 B.A., Brigham Young University - 1989