James Patrick Punch

New York

New York State Office of Court Administration

ID Number: 1714161

Since 1981

Federal Court

Since 1981

U.S. Supreme Court

Since 1988

County, Family, Surrogate and Acting Supreme Court Judge

Orleans County Judge

1991 - 2017

Handled all civil litigation, criminal and family cases. Responsible for all probate matters and will contests. Started Drug Court and Domestic Violence Court. Youngest and longest serving County/State level judge in county history.

Elected District Attorney

Orleans County District Attorney

1986 - 1990

Head prosecutor in Orleans County. 98% felony conviction rate. Youngest District Attorney in New York State. Elected in 1985; re-elected in 1990.

Private attorney

James Punch, private practice

1981 - 1990

General practice in Medina , NY. Will and estates, criminal defense, family law, civil litigation and probate cases.

Univ Of Dayton

University of Dayton School of Law

State University of New York - Buffalo

B.A. (1977) | Political Science and Russian language

1973 - 1977

Outstanding Alumnus

Medina High School Alumni Organization

2009

Recognized for excellence in profession of law and contributions to the community.

Citizen of the Year

Boy Scouts of America

1990

Recognized for contributions to Scouting and the community.

Difference Maker Award

Mothers Against Drunk Driving

1988

Recognized for excellence in the prosecution of D.W.I. cases in Orleans County

New York State Bar  # 1714161

Member

1981 - Current