Staten Island's top judge brings his roots and creativity to new role | amNewYork
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Raymond L. Rodriguez, who grew up in a working-class Puerto Rican family in Staten Island, has ascended to become the borough's top administrative judge. After his initial encounter with the legal world during his family’s home purchase, he pursued a legal career that included a pivotal role in Brooklyn. Appointed in late 2024, Rodriguez aims to modernize Staten Island's courts and tackle case backlogs leveraging technology, emphasizing the importance of local understanding in his leadership vision. His concurrent run for Justice of Richmond County Supreme Court showcases his commitment to both community and justice.
Staten Island's top administrative judge Raymond L. Rodriguez exemplifies how determination and connection to community can lead to historic achievements in the legal profession.
His vision entails transforming Staten Island's courts into a model of 21st Century Justice, utilizing technology to combat court space shortages and backlog.
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