"Judge Ridgeway is a smart, conscientious, honest and hardworking judge.  This description applies no matter what side you are representing.  You may not always agree with his rulings, but you know he made an educated, thoughtful and considered decision.  He takes his position and oath as a judge seriously.  In an age in which partisanship, power and politics often get in the way of justice, Wake County and the State of North Carolina are lucky to have a judge who puts his duty first.  I fully endorse Judge Ridgeway as he seeks another term."
 Joseph B. Cheshire V, Partner

Cheshire, Parker, Schneider & Bryan, PLLC

 

 

"As a judge of the North Carolina Superior Court,  Judge Ridgeway has earned the reputation of being a smart, hard-working  judge committed to fairness and the even-handed application of the law.  I am pleased to support his re-election campaign."

I. Beverly Lake, Jr.

Former Chief Justice, N.C. Supreme Court

 

 

"We need our best people on the bench.  There is no doubt about this.  And there is no doubt that Paul Ridgeway is one of our very best people.  He has the temperament, the intellect,  and the integrity to serve as one of our Judges.  We are so lucky to have him."   
 Wade Smith, Partner

Tharrington Smith, LLP

 

 

"Judge Ridgway is the of the highest character and is one of the finest judges in the state."
 Melissa Essary

Professor of Law

 

 

"I have appeared in front of Judge Ridgeway on numerous occasions – sometimes successfully – sometimes not – but I have consistently been impressed with his fairness, thoroughness and professionalism.  He is considered to be one of the finest trial judges in our state.  I am pleased to enthusiastically endorse his re-election to the Superior Court."  

 Robert F. Orr

Former Justice, N.C. Supreme Court

 

 

"Rarely have we had the opportunity to place a more competent and qualified Judge on the Superior Court Bench.  As a Judge, Paul Ridgeway has always conducted himself with the highest standards of professional conduct and has exercised his judicial functions with integrity, impartiality and independence.   Without reservation, I support Judge Paul Ridgeway’s re-election.  I feel confident that he will continue to inspire trust and confidence in the judiciary and will continue to treat all those who appear before him with courtesy, dignity and respect."  

Alan M. Schneider, Partner

Cheshire Parker Schneider & Bryan, PLLC

 

 

"Paul is highly respected by attorneys representing both plaintiffs and defendants.  He treats everyone in his courtroom fairly and courteously."

Bonnie Weyher, Past President

North Carolina State Bar

 

 

"Judge Ridgeway is a fine judge."

Al Adams, Retired of Counsel

Parker Poe

 

 

"It is my pleasure to support Judge Paul Ridgeway’s candidacy for re-election to the Superior Court bench.   He is a first class person and we are fortunate to have him serve."

Robert McMillan, Attorney at Law

Senior Partner, McMillan & Smith

 

 

"Paul has the qualities that make an ideal judge: wisdom, common sense, integrity, and patience."

Dan McLamb, Partner

Yates, Mclamb & Weyher, LLP

 

 

“Paul Ridgeway is a skilled  judge and I strongly support his re-election.    His years in private law practice give him a broad understanding of the law, which he applies accurately and fairly.   Given the power invested in our State’s Superior Court, it is important to have Paul’s character, judgment and common sense on the bench.”

Ed Turlington, Partner

Brooks Pierce

 

 

"Judge Ridgeway is hard working, even tempered , fair and intelligent and represents what all judges should aspire to be."

Catharine Arrowood, Partner

Parker Poe

 

 

"Paul Ridgeway is intelligent, curious, wise, fair, and courteous to all those who appear before him. Those of us interested in the equal administration of justice could not expect or hope for better qualities in a judge."

Brad Bannon, Partner

Cheshire Parker Schneider & Bryan, PLLC

 

 

“Judge Ridgeway is not only an admirable adjunct faculty member whose classes at Campbell Law are both enjoyable and thought-provoking, but a respected mentor and fair judge who makes decisions based upon the law before him.”

Adam Steele, Campbell University School of Law, Class of 2014

Editor-in-Chief of statewide legal publication