In January 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom appointed 16 new Superior Court judges across California, including Brian Caruth to the Alameda County Superior Court. Caruth, who graduated from Stanford Law School in 1994, brings extensive experience from his long tenure at the Alameda County Public Defender’s Office.
Caruth has held various roles within the Public Defender’s Office since 1995, beginning as a deputy public defender and advancing to associate public defender. Most recently, he has served as an assistant public defender since 2021.
This appointment highlights Caruth’s significant career in public defense and his commitment to the Alameda County community. For further details on his appointment and background, visit the Stanford Lawyer article.