Kathryn Nelson
- Department
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13
- Served since
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2001
- Biography
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Pierce County website
- Ranking
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20th of 22
(56.9% positive)
Hover over a chart to see the totals 
Criminal Law Knowledge
| Positive |
43 |
| Neutral |
80 |
| Negative |
68 |
Civil Law Knowledge
| Positive |
107 |
| Neutral |
121 |
| Negative |
62 |
Fairness
| Positive |
162 |
| Neutral |
132 |
| Negative |
69 |
Respect for Parties
| Positive |
175 |
| Neutral |
128 |
| Negative |
59 |
Respect for Attorneys
| Positive |
183 |
| Neutral |
117 |
| Negative |
63 |
Vote to re-elect?
| Positive |
239 |
| Neutral |
0 |
| Negative |
201 |
Fair and Competent?
| Positive |
262 |
| Neutral |
0 |
| Negative |
178 |
Sample Lawyer comments:
- "She doesn't have very good knowledge of the law, often has trouble with complex issues."
- "She will admit the limits of her knowledge and ask for briefing. That is intellectually honest."
- "Could use improvement. She should give all litigants (or attorneys) the opportunity to make their argument (within reason) without interruption."
- "Frankly, I think she likes some lawyers more than others and has decided accordingly."
- "I would prefer someone stronger on the law, who is actually engaged in the discussion and decision."
Judge's response:
"I’ve been honored to serve as a Superior Court Judge for the past 11-½ years. Throughout that time, I have sought ways to ensure that I am the best Judge I can be. The opportunity to be evaluated is always beneficial when you receive both affirmation and suggestions to better facilitate justice. I am always looking for input because I believe the best judges are the ones that recognize that the judicial system can always benefit from constructive and thoughtful feedback. Thank you."
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