The San Joaquin County Superior Court has appointed Hon. Judge Lance G. Jacot as the new Presiding Judge, effective January 1, 2026. Judge Jacot, who most recently served as Assistant Presiding Judge, brings extensive legal experience and a history of public service to the role. Judge Jayne Chong-Soon Lee has been appointed as the new Assistant Presiding Judge, continuing her dedicated service to the court. Together, they will oversee the administration of justice in San Joaquin County.