North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has appointed a new judge to the Superior Court for Judicial District 36, which serves the people of Burke and Caldwell counties. Announced yesterday, attorney Timothy Rooks is set to fill the seat left empty by the retirement of the Honorable Robert C. Ervin. With a legal career that has spanned over 30 years, Rooks brings a wealth of experience to the bench, coming from a solid background in private practice after earning his B.A. from Drew University and his J.D. from the Wake Forest School of Law.
Stepping into the vacancy, Rooks's appointment by Governor Stein was lauded for his expansive legal expertise which is expected to serve him well across a broad range of cases. According to a statement obtained by the Governor's office, Stein expressed his confidence in Rooks by saying, "Tim has the experience and subject-matter expertise necessary to handle any case that might come before him," and added, "He is the right person for the job, and I look forward to his service on the bench." The legal community, awaiting Rooks to don the robe, is anticipating the skills he brings, understanding the complexity of law from his admirable journey in private practice.
While Rooks has not publicly commented on his appointment, the buzz around the courthouse is one of approval. Colleagues and peers, who have seen his work first-hand, expect Rooks to approach his new role with the same level of dedication and professionalism he has shown throughout his career.
The date Rooks is expected to take up his duties on the bench has not been disclosed yet, but his appointment is the latest in a series of judicial nominations made by Governor Stein as part of his ongoing mission to shape the North Carolina judiciary. In bringing Tim Rooks into this fold, whose career has been committed to law and justice, the balance and integrity of North Carolina's legal landscape are poised to be upheld. Governor Stein, recognizing the important role judges play in our society, insists that with Rooks's appointment "He is the right person for the job, and I look forward to his service on the bench."
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