Rule 3.5 Competence, Diligence, and Cooperation

(A) A judge shall perform judicial and administrative duties competently and diligently.

(B) A judge shall require court staff, court officials, and others subject to the judge's direction and control to perform their employment duties in a manner consistent with the judge's obligations under this Code.

(C) In making administrative appointments, a judge shall exercise the power of appointment impartially and on the basis of merit.

(D) A judge shall cooperate with other judges and court officials in the administration of court business.

(E) A judge shall comply with any order issued by the Chief Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court that requires following the recommendations of the Ombudsman.