Josiah T. Showalter at a glance
- Current role
- Judge
- Court
- Wythe Circuit Court
- Jurisdiction
- Virginia · State
- Judicial service
- Active
Josiah T. Showalter
Judge · Wythe Circuit Court
Biography
Professional career
- Josiah T. Showalter, Jr. has held the role of a Circuit Court Judge for the 27th Judicial Circuit in Virginia since 2006
- Prior to his judicial appointment, he was Montgomery County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney from 2000 to 2006
Education
- J.D. from Stetson University College of Law and his B.A. from Virginia Tech.
Additional information
- Before entering public service, Showalter practiced law privately, covering criminal and civil litigation as well as real estate matters.
- handling criminal prosecutions and legal matters for the county.
- In addition to his judicial duties, Showalter is a business law instructor at Virginia Tech, where he has taught for over 15 years.
- He is widely recognized on campus as the “Judge on a Scooter”, a persona he developed that includes riding a maroon Honda scooter around campus, wearing a bowtie and oval glasses, and engaging students with interactive teaching methods.
- His classes, particularly in business law, are highly regarded for their energy, accessibility, and student engagement.
- Showalter has cultivated a distinctive and approachable public image, both on campus and online.
- He maintains an Instagram account with educational content and has merchandise featuring his catchphrase, “Can you feel the law?”.
- Students praise him for his dedication, personal attention, and ability to make learning enjoyable, often remembering every student’s name and providing interactive review sessions.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Cell Phones And Electronic Devices
Statewide
Virginia courts commonly restrict cell phones and other electronic devices in court buildings; counsel and litigants should check the local court policy before arrival.
Most courts in Virginia do not allow you to bring a cell phone or other electronic device into the building.Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy ↗
Sources
Identity source checked July 26, 2026.
Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Office of the Executive Secretary, Supreme Court of Virginia official judicial roster
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