Appointed in 2003, Judge Eric A. Ludlow’s scores are consistent with the average of his district court peers on all minimum performance standards, and 97% of survey respondents recommend Judge Ludlow for retention. There is broad agreement among survey respondents and courtroom observers that Judge Ludlow efficiently manages his court calendar, is well prepared, and treats litigants consistently, regardless of their situation. Despite his busy calendar, he has a remarkable ability to remember the names of all participants. A number of survey respondents appreciate Judge Ludlow’s sense of humor. Courtroom observers, however, have a mixed reaction to Judge Ludlow’s wit. Most courtroom observers report that if appearing before the judge, they would expect to be treated fairly. This judge meets discipline standards set by statute and has been certified by the Judicial Council as meeting all time standards, education requirements, and mental and physical competence standards.
Judge Eric A. Ludlow was appointed to the Fifth District Court in July 2003 by Governor Michael O. Leavitt. Judge Ludlow received a law degree from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University in 1987 and served as Washington County Attorney from 1991 until 2003. At the time of his judicial appointment, Judge Ludlow was serving as chairman of the Board of Directors of the Utah Prosecution Council and serving on the Governing Board of the Dixie Regional Medical Center, the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Dixie State College Board of Trustees. He has previously served as the Presiding Judge of the Fifth District Court.