Legal/judicial experience

Judge, State Court of Appeals, appointed by Governor Jay Inslee, then elected. I am proud to serve the state's second highest court, hearing cases statewide.

Professional experience

Two decades in private practice, representing individuals, families, and small businesses—often against powerful corporate interests—in cases involving insurance claims, consumer protection, workplace discrimination, and complex civil litigation.

Education

BA and JD, University of Washington

In the candidate's own words, from the Washington State Voters' Pamphlet, 2026 General Election, Edition 04 (King County: Seattle), p. 57. Statements aren't fact-checked by the elections office or by us.

Legal/judicial experience

Judge on King County Superior Court since 2013; Washington State Supreme Court Justice Pro Tem; elected Superior Court Judges' Association President by judges statewide; Chief of King County's Family Law and Criminal Departments; Special Inquiry Judge; mental health court lead judge; prosecutor for 12 years, served on the Green River Task Force and tried Washington's first human trafficking case; Special Assistant United States Attorney; statewide court security task force chair.

Professional experience

Adjunct Faculty, Seattle University School of Law

Education

Seattle University School of Law, J.D. cum laude; Georgetown University, B.A.

In the candidate's own words, from the Washington State Voters' Pamphlet, 2026 General Election, Edition 04 (King County: Seattle), p. 57. Statements aren't fact-checked by the elections office or by us.