Judge Ned C. Williamson: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

The Hon. Ned C. Williamson is a judge for the 5th Judicial District Court of Idaho. He was appointed to the bench by former Governor Butch Otter on August 10, 2017, filling a vacancy created by the retirement of the Hon. Robert Elgee.

The 5th Judicial District encompasses Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka, and Twin Falls Counties. Williamson has held assignments in Blaine County, Camas County, and Lincoln County.

Prior to his appointment, Williamson was an attorney in his own private practice, a law firm he opened in Hailey in 2001. During his tenure there, he supplemented his practice with service as the City Attorney for the City of Hailey.

Williamson earned a bachelor’s degree from Fort Lewis College. He then completed a J.D. at the University of Idaho College of Law.

After graduating from law school, Williamson spent time as a deputy prosecuting attorney with the Canyon County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and the Blaine County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.

Williamson was born and raised in Montana.