Judge

Linda Lee - Superior Court judge since 2004

Ratings

By 135 attorneys

Legal ability: 3.59 (18th)

Integrity, impartiality: 3.64 (17th)

Professionalism: 3.47 (21st)

Administrative skills: 3.96 (17th)

By 65 jurors

Average rating: 4.77

Attorney comments

• "Judge Lee works very hard. She is diligent in reviewing materials and makes tough decisions. She explains her reasoning and is very thorough."
• "Judge Lee utilizes no common sense in her courtroom. Instead, she relies exclusively on the black-and-white letter of the rules. A good judge must consider facts along with the rules. Judge Lee does not."
• "Appearing in front of Judge Lee is always a rigorous experience because she is always prepared and will always ask the one question you were hoping to avoid. At the same time, she is always professional, polite and occasionally demonstrates a warm sense of humor."
• "Judge Lee is so unsure of herself in criminal matters she overcompensates with firmness that borders on rudeness."

Judge's Response

"Pierce County deserves a judicial system that is independent, fair and efficient. The high marks received by the judges from both attorneys and jurors reflect that Pierce County has a highly qualified judiciary. For my part, I focus on being well prepared and willing to make difficult decisions."