James A. Andersen

James A. Andersen

Andersen in 1969
Justice of the Washington State Supreme Court
In office
1984–1995
Preceded by Charles F. Stafford Jr.
Member of the Washington State Senate for the 48th district
In office
1968–1972
Member of the Washington House of Representatives for the 48th district
In office
1959–1967
Personal details
Born (1924-09-21) September 21, 1924
Auburn, Washington, United States
Political party Republican
Alma mater University of Washington (BA, LLB)
Occupation Attorney, politician, judge

James A. Andersen (born September 21, 1924) is an American former politician and judge in the state of Washington. Andersen served in the Washington State Senate as a Republican from the 48th District from 1968 to 1972, and in the Washington House of Representatives from District 48 from 1959 to 1967. From July 9, 1984 to January 9, 1995, he was a justice on the Washington Supreme Court, including a stint as Chief Justice in 1993.[1] Andersen attended the University of Washington, receiving his Arts degree in 1949, and law degree from the University of Washington Law School in 1951. He is also a veteran of World War II. Andersen is married to Billiette and has two children.[2]

References

  1. ↑ http://www.sos.wa.gov/legacyproject/historymakersdetail.aspx?personid=1184
  2. ↑ http://leg.wa.gov/History/Legislative/Documents/Pictorial_Phone/41stSession1969opt.pdf


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