James R. Cho

About James R. Cho

Federal Magistrate Judge James R. Cho has no recorded media coverage despite handling 23 cases. His docket shows active management of discovery disputes, settlement conferences, and scheduling orders, primarily involving civil litigation.

Media outlets have not reported on his rulings, courtroom demeanor, or judicial philosophy. His presence remains confined to court records and procedural orders without public or press attention.

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gavel Notable Rulings

1

Granted extension for deposition of defendant Jung Kim amid stalled settlement talks (August 29, 2023).

2

Ordered parties to submit joint pre-trial order with multiple deadline extensions due to noncompliance (December 2023–February 2024).

3

Scheduled and managed multiple status and settlement conferences in a complex civil case involving multiple defendants (2023–2024).

groups Public & Legal Community Perception

Judge Cho is effectively invisible outside the courtroom. The legal community likely views him as a routine magistrate judge focused on case management and discovery issues. His zero reversal rate and absence of plaintiff wins suggest limited substantive rulings or that he primarily handles pretrial matters. Without media coverage or public commentary, there is no indication of controversy or notable public opinion.

Case Portfolio

Distribution of case types handled by James R. Cho.

civil 23 cases

Recent Rulings & Orders

order May 11, 2026

ORDER: The Court has received the parties' letters regarding the deposition of defendant Jung Kim 74, 75 . The Court will address the letters at the conference scheduled for 8/29/2023. Ordered by Magistrate Judge James

ORDER: The Court has received the parties' letters regarding the deposition of defendant Jung Kim 74, 75 . The Court will address the letters at the conference scheduled for 8/29/2023. …

Magistrate Judge Cho schedules conference to address letters on Jung Kim deposition

order May 11, 2026

Minute Entry for Settlement Conference proceedings held on 8/29/2023 before Magistrate Judge James R. Cho: Appearances by Michael Kimm for plaintiff; Roger N. Schumann for defendant Hyun Kim; Matthew Kelly Schieffer for

Minute Entry for Settlement Conference proceedings held on 8/29/2023 before Magistrate Judge James R. Cho: Appearances by Michael Kimm for plaintiff; Roger N. Schumann for defendant Hyun Kim; Matthew Kelly …

Settlement talks stall as Magistrate Judge Cho grants extension in Jung Kim deposition dispute

order May 11, 2026

Minute Entry for Status Conference proceedings held on 9/19/2023 before Magistrate Judge James R. Cho: Appearances by Michael Kimm for plaintiff; Roger N. Schumann for defendant Hyun Kim; Lalit Kumar Loomba for

Minute Entry for Status Conference proceedings held on 9/19/2023 before Magistrate Judge James R. Cho: Appearances by Michael Kimm for plaintiff; Roger N. Schumann for defendant Hyun Kim; Lalit Kumar …

Magistrate Judge Cho holds status conference after Jung Kim deposition in civil case

order May 11, 2026

ORDER: The parties were previously directed to submit a joint pre-trial order by 12/1/2023. See minute entry of proceeding held on 10/2/2023. To date, the parties have failed to comply. The deadline to submit a joint

ORDER: The parties were previously directed to submit a joint pre-trial order by 12/1/2023. See minute entry of proceeding held on 10/2/2023. To date, the parties have failed to comply. …

ORDER: The parties were previously directed to submit a joint pre-trial order by 12/1/2023. See minute entry of proceeding held on 10/2/2023. To date, the parties have failed to comply. The deadline to submit a joint pre-trial order is extended to 2/13/2024. Ordered by Magistrate Judge James R. Cho on 1/30/2024. (SGC) Modified previous deadline date on 1/30/2024 (SGC).

order May 11, 2026

SCHEDULING ORDER: An in person status conference will be held on 6/12/2024 at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 11D South before Magistrate Judge James R. Cho. Counsel for all parties must participate. Parties should come

SCHEDULING ORDER: An in person status conference will be held on 6/12/2024 at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 11D South before Magistrate Judge James R. Cho. Counsel for all parties must …

SCHEDULING ORDER: An in person status conference will be held on 6/12/2024 at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 11D South before Magistrate Judge James R. Cho. Counsel for all parties must participate. Parties should come prepared to explain to the Court why they failed to submit their joint pre-trial order. Ordered by Magistrate Judge James R. Cho on 6/5/2024. (SGC)