Paul Curtis Farr

Survey Respondent Recommendation: 97% of survey respondents recommend Judge Farr for retention.

Performance Measures: Survey scores are analyzed for statistical significance to determine if the judge scored well above, above, consistent with, below, or well below their justice court peers.

Above Peers: Legal Ability, Integrity & Judicial Temperament, Administrative Skills, and Procedural Fairness

Respondent and Observer Feedback: Respondents commend Judge Farr’s respectful demeanor, describing him as kind, patient, and steady, while observers describe him as calm and professional. Both groups say that he is particularly neutral and ensures that participants in court are heard. One respondent said that he was “the perfect definition of how all Judge's should run their court.” Observers further appreciate the judge’s consideration and understanding of participants’ circumstances. All four observers report confidence that they would be treated fairly if they were to appear in Judge Farr’s court.

Judge Paul Farr was first appointed as a judge in 2010. He currently serves in Sandy and Alta. Prior to his appointment Judge Farr was a partner in a Salt Lake City law firm with a civil trial practice. Judge Farr earned a J.D. from Brigham Young University, a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Weber State University and an A.S. in History from Dixie State University. He has been a member of the Utah State Bar since 2000. Judge Farr has served as a member of the Justice Court Board of Judges, the Utah Judicial Council and on many committees with the courts and the Utah Bar.