T. Arthur Ritchie, Jr. at a glance
- Current role
- District Court Judge
- Jurisdiction
- Nevada · State
- Judicial service
- Active
- Term and retention
- Current term ends January 3, 2027
T. Arthur Ritchie, Jr.
District Court Judge · Nevada Eighth Judicial District Court
Biography
Professional career
- Leadership: held the role of Presiding Judge of the Family Division (2006–2008) and Chief Judge of the Eighth Judicial District Court (2009–2010)
- Judge of the Eighth Judicial District Court, Department H (Family Division) in Clark County, Nevada, appointed in 1999 and retained through multiple elections
- Legal practice: Associate at McDonald, Carano, McCune, Bergin, Frankovich & Hicks (1988–1992); partner at Freeman & Ritchie (1992–1999)
- Courtroom: Assigned to RJC Courtroom 03G at the Regional Justice Center, Las Vegas, NV
Education
- George Mason University School of Law — J.D. (1987)
Additional information
- While his official records show a long tenure and leadership role, some independent commentary has raised concerns about selective enforcement of orders, perceived favoritism toward certain attorneys, and sealing of case files after confidentiality purposes have expired.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Recording and broadcasting
Statewide
Nevada prohibits using cameras, cellular phones, or other electronic devices to photograph or record courtroom proceedings unless the judge expressly permits it.
the use of cameras, cellular phones or other electronic devices to photograph or record courtroom proceedings without the express permission of the judge is prohibitedNevada Rules on Electronic Coverage of Court Proceedings ↗
Advance Media Request
Statewide
Nevada news reporters seeking electronic courtroom coverage must file a written request with the judge at least 24 hours before the proceeding, subject to judicial discretion.
News reporters desiring permission to provide electronic coverage of a proceeding in the courtroom shall file a written request with the judge at least 24 hours before the proceeding commencesNevada Rules on Electronic Coverage of Court Proceedings ↗
Published courtroom rules
Shared court rules
Nevada Rules on Electronic Coverage of Court Proceedings
Nevada Eighth Judicial District Court
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Official source ↗ · Collected 2026-07-26Sources
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Nevada Judiciary official judicial roster
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