Hon. Christine R. Ward (Ret.)

Judge Ward served for nearly 20 years on the Orange County Superior Court, where she presided over thousands of civil cases. Her judicial career included significant time in the Civil Panel and the High Impact/Complex Litigation Unit. Before her appointment to the bench, she spent two decades as a civil litigator focusing on complex business disputes, professional negligence, and employment matters. She is recognized for her ability to resolve high-stakes, multi-party disputes through a combination of legal expertise and persistent negotiation.

A veteran judicial officer with deep expertise in complex civil litigation and a proven track record in the Orange County legal community.

Extensive experience managing the High Impact/Complex Litigation Unit and serving as the Supervising Judge of the Civil Panel.

She is highly regarded by legal professionals for her thorough preparation, decisive nature, and fair temperament. Practitioners frequently note her deep understanding of complex legal issues and her effectiveness in facilitating settlements in difficult cases.