Judge Reed Parkin is an experienced and respected judge whom survey respondents most frequently described as a skilled communicator with an excellent judicial temperament. Respondents also characterized Judge Parkin as calm in his demeanor, and consistently respectful and thoughtful in his decisions. Of adjectives selected from a list by survey respondents to describe Judge Parkin, 99% were positive. Courtroom observers noted Judge Parkin’s polite and approachable manner and perceived him as fair and impartial. Observers also reported that Judge Parkin appeared well-prepared, ran an efficient courtroom, and showed compassion and patience. Of survey respondents who answered the retention question, 92% recommended that Judge Parkin be retained.
The commission reviewed surveys and courtroom observation reports in addition to verifying that Judge Parkin has met all time standards, judicial education requirements, and discipline standards established by the judicial branch.
Judge Reed S. Parkin serves the Orem City Justice Court. His first appointment to the bench was in April 2005; he previously served the Bluffdale, Herriman, and Heber Justice Courts. Judge Parkin earned an Associate of Science in Criminal Justice from Salt Lake Community College, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Master of Business Administration, both from the University of Phoenix. He serves on the Utah Judicial Council and has served on the Board of Justice Court Judges. As an adjunct professor at the University of Phoenix, Judge Parkin teaches in the school of business and in criminal justice programs. Judge Parkin also volunteers time in youth programs and enjoys sporting activities. He and his wife have raised four sons.