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Judicial Council honors Justice William Bedsworth, Judge Terry Friedman and Melissa Fowler Bradley with 2024 Distinguished Service Awards
Summary
The Judicial Council presented its 2024 Distinguished Service Awards to Justice William Bedsworth, Judge Terry Friedman and Court Executive Officer Melissa Fowler Bradley, highlighting careers in civility, juvenile justice, access to services and court facilities leadership.
The Judicial Council recognized three long‑serving public servants with its 2024 Distinguished Service Awards: Justice William Bedsworth, Judge Terry Friedman, and Melissa Fowler Bradley.
Justice Bedsworth was praised for his writing, scholarship and leadership on civility and civil‑rights matters; colleagues highlighted his opinions and syndicated columns that make law accessible. Judge Terry Friedman was lauded for his juvenile‑justice leadership, work on the California Blue Ribbon Commission on Children in Foster Care, and long commitment to access to justice through the Shriver Civil Counsel Act implementation. Melissa Fowler Bradley, Court Executive Officer for Shasta County Superior Court, was recognized for a 50‑year career in court administration and for projects improving access to justice and court facilities.
Each honoree received remarks, a video tribute and presentation by council members and colleagues. Justice Bedsworth reflected briefly on his career and retirement, saying he leaves the profession "proud and happy." Judge Friedman and Ms. Fowler Bradley expressed gratitude and described the award as meaningful recognition of decades of public service.
