Judicial Council of California Employee Directory
Administration of JusticeCalifornia, United States501-1000 Employees
The Judicial Council of California serves as the policymaking body for the state’s judicial branch, the largest court system in the United States. It directs priorities for improving statewide court administration, promulgates rules governing court administration and procedure, and oversees legislation affecting the California judicial system, all while allocating the branch’s budget and responding to legislative mandates. Based in San Francisco and Sacramento, the council operates with a staff of about 800 and provides leadership under the Chief Justice to advance the administration of justice across California's courts. The organization positions itself within the administration of justice industry as a centralized authority for governance, rulemaking, and strategic direction, supporting court operations and policy development throughout the state.