Richard Radcliffe

Professional career

• Judge Richard Radcliffe, commonly known as Rick Radcliffe, has served on the Monroe County Circuit Court since January 2018
• Judge Radcliffe has been instrumental in the implementation and success of Monroe County’s drug treatment court program, which began in January 2020
• His father, Robert “Bob” Radcliffe, also held the role of a district attorney and later as a judge in Jackson County, influencing Rick’s decision to pursue law

Education

Additional information

• In 2023, he received the State Bar of Wisconsin Bench and Bar Committee’s Judge of the Year Award, which honors circuit court judges who improve the judicial system through leadership, judicial education, or innovative programs.
• He earned his law degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1990 and practiced law in Tomah, Wisconsin, for 27 years, focusing primarily on civil cases in his later career.
• Judge Radcliffe has been recognized for his leadership and contributions to the judicial system.
• Noted for his community consensus-building approach, fostering collaboration among local leaders to strengthen Monroe County’s judicial and civic environment.
• He is recognized for treating all parties with respect, patience, and fairness, maintaining courtroom control to ensure accurate records, and educating the public and legal community about the benefits of treatment court programs.
• His leadership extends beyond the courtroom, emphasizing communication, relationship-building, and community service.