Windy R. Ortega at a glance
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Windy R. Ortega
Judge · District Court for Anne Arundel
Windy R. Ortega — District Court for Anne Arundel
Biography
Professional career
- Windy Rhea Ortega is a Maryland District Court judge for Anne Arundel County, appointed by Governor Wes Moore in July 2026, and is recognized for her expertise in criminal defense, constitutional litigation, and juvenile law
- Attorney, Ortega Law, LLC
- She previously held the position of Of Counsel at Parker, Pallett, Slezak & Russell, LLC
Education
- Charlotte School of Law — J.D.
Additional information
- The investiture ceremony for her appointment was held on October 6, 2026, at the District Court in Annapolis, MD, organized by the Anne Arundel Bar Association
- representing clients in criminal defense, personal injury, and wrongful death cases.
- As a judge, Ortega presides over a wide range of cases, including adult and juvenile criminal matters, civil litigation, and constitutional issues.
- Celebrated for her superior litigation skills in DUI cases, assaults, theft, drug charges, and serious felonies, as well as her work as one of Maryland’s top juvenile defense attorneys.
- Her legal education is from the Charlotte School of Law in North Carolina.
- She has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star and is active in the Anne Arundel Bar Association, mentoring younger attorneys and participating in bar activities
- She is also featured in Barred and Beautiful as a role model for women in the legal profession
- Her appointment and investiture were publicly announced by the Governor’s Office, and the Anne Arundel Bar Association hosted a formal investiture ceremony and reception.
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District Court for Anne Arundel
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