Clerk-Elect Roberta Walton Johnson, Orange County Clerk of Court

Clerk-Elect Roberta Walton Johnson
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Years Serving Inside the Clerk's Office
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Lydia Gardner Self Help Center Manager
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Self-Represented Residents Helped Access Justice
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Boards, Committees & Civic Leadership Roles

Thank You, Orange County

Thank you for your trust.

To the voters of Orange County: thank you for the honor of serving our community. I am committed to accessible service, accountability, and a Clerk’s Office that works for everyone.

Roberta Walton Johnson

A Trusted Leader

Serving Orange County with integrity and care.

A Voice for Orange County

The first face of justice for our community.

The Clerk's Office is more than a government office. It is the heartbeat of our local justice system. For many residents, the Clerk's Office is the very first face of justice they encounter during some of the most important, emotional, and life-changing moments of their lives.

The Clerk's Office is responsible for protecting court records, supporting our justice partners, managing the court registry, and ensuring all residents have meaningful access to justice.

Roberta Walton Johnson speaking at a policy presentation
Roberta Walton seated at a council dais with her nameplate visible.

Why Roberta

A record built on service,not slogans.

Roberta’s approach to public service is grounded in professionalism, accessibility, innovation, accountability, and trusted leadership. She believes in leading with competence, compassion, and a clear understanding of how the Clerk's Office impacts the daily lives of Orange County residents.

  • Professionalism
  • Accessibility
  • Innovation
  • Accountability
  • Trusted Leadership
  • Public Service

Priorities

Four commitments to the people of Orange County.

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Accessto Justice

Every resident deserves dignity, respect, professionalism, and compassion when they interact with the Clerk's Office.

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ModernTechnology

Roberta believes modern technology is essential to accessible, efficient court services for Orange County’s growing population.

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3

Public RecordsIntegrity

Roberta believes public trust depends on secure court records, responsible stewardship of public funds, and reliable court data.

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4

Community & CourtConnection

Roberta believes community education partnerships strengthen public trust and help residents navigate the courts.

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Experience That Matters

A legal career built in service of Orange County.

From legal aid to General Counsel for the Clerk of Court, Roberta has spent her career making the justice system work for the people who depend on it. The cards on the right cycle through the milestones see the full picture for the details behind each chapter.

2005

Juris Doctor, Inaugural Graduating Class

Florida A&M University College of Law

Post-J.D.

Attorney, Access to Justice

Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, Inc.

2015

Inaugural Lydia Gardner Self Help Center Manager

Orange County Clerk of Court

2016

Operations Manager, Family Services, Domestic Violence, Child Support, & Self Help Division

Orange County Clerk of Court

Learn the Clerk

What does the Clerk of Court actually do?

Most residents never hear about the Clerk of Court until they need it. Roberta takes the time to explain the office in plain language: what it handles, how it protects your records, and why it matters to every family in Orange County.

Watch the full video series to learn how the office works and what experienced leadership looks like.

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In the Community

Moments with Roberta.