KEYNOTE SPEAKER

The Honorable Judge Randa Trapp is a former judge of the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego. A distinguished jurist with decades of experience, she has been recognized for her leadership in promoting diversity and equity in the legal profession and her dedication to upholding justice. Judge Trapp is a frequent lecturer and advocate for community engagement in the judicial process.

Prior to her appointment to the bench, Judge Trapp had a successful career as a trial attorney specializing in civil litigation and employment law. She has received numerous accolades for her work, including awards from organizations such as the California Association of Black Lawyers and the Earl B. Gilliam Bar Association.

Judge Trapp is a leader in judicial education, serving on multiple panels and contributing to programs designed to improve access to justice. She is also an active supporter of initiatives that mentor aspiring attorneys and judges from underrepresented backgrounds.

Her recent efforts include advocating for restorative justice practices and serving on task forces focused on criminal justice reform. Judge Trapp is also involved in statewide efforts to increase judicial transparency and public trust in the court system.

​The Honorable Judge Randa Trapp also brings a wealth of diplomatic experience to her distinguished career. Before her judicial appointment, she served as a delegate in multiple international legal and judicial forums, representing California's judiciary in fostering cross-border collaborations. Her contributions have been instrumental in enhancing mutual understanding between U.S. courts and their counterparts abroad.

Judge Trapp has participated in legal exchanges and training programs in Latin America, Asia, and Europe, where she worked with foreign jurists to share best practices in judicial independence, diversity in the judiciary, and the application of alternative dispute resolution methods. Her diplomatic efforts have been widely recognized, with invitations to speak at international conferences on judicial reform and access to justice.

Additionally, Judge Trapp served as a member of the California Judicial Council’s International Visitors Program, where she facilitated the exchange of ideas on human rights, restorative justice, and judicial ethics with visiting delegations. Her global perspective has enriched her contributions to the legal profession, ensuring that her work reflects both local impact and international insight.
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Education and CV
J.D., University of Cincinnati College of Law
B.A., Political Science, University of California, Los Angeles
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