Draft:Orris L. Hamilton

Orris L. Hamilton (November 10, 1914 – March 20, 1994) was a justice of the Washington Supreme Court from 1962 to 1979.

Born in Prosser, Washington.

"Hamilton was an infantry captain in the 44th Division of the US Army during World War II. He earned the Bronze Star. He graduated from American University's Washington College of Law in 1940. He was an assistant Attorney General in 1940 and 1941."

superior court judge for 13 years

state supreme court for 17 years

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J.D. from American University