Madera County Superior Court

The Superior Court of California, Madera County is a unified superior court, served by nine judges, one family support commissioner and one traffic commissioner. The court employs approximately 100 court staff.

Mission

"To ensure equal and fair access for all in the judicial system, and provide public service in an efficient and impartial manner."

Vision

"To consistently provide transparent and equitable service by embracing the following core values: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and civic education."

Judges and Leadership

The Honorable Ernest J. LiCalsi is the court's Presiding Judge. The Honorable Dale J. Blea is the court's Assistant Presiding Judge. The Court Executive Officer is Ms. Adrienne Calip. The Assistant Court Executive Officer is Ms. Amy Downey.

Each judge is assigned a particular type of legal proceeding for each year on a rotating basis as determined by the presiding judge.