Judge

Susan Serko - Superior Court judge since 2006

Ratings

By 113 attorneys

Legal ability: 4.28 (3rd)

Integrity, impartiality: 4.50 (2nd)

Professionalism: 4.71 (1st)

Administrative skills: 4.51 (4th)

By jurors

Not rated.

Attorney comments

• "She is one of the few who has not let the robe go to her head. She is one of the most intelligent judges before whom I've had the honor to practice. She slams me when she should and makes the correct decision when necessary."
• "Biased toward criminal defendants and civil plaintiffs."
• "Judge Serko is a breath of fresh air. She is very competent, fair and treats all members of the bar and litigants with the utmost dignity. My greatest fear is that Judge Serko will leave Pierce County Superior Court for an appellate position or federal court position."
• "In a recent trial with Judge Serko, I thought she handled very difficult situations and rulings in a fair, even-handed and impartial manner. The rulings did not always go my way, but I certainly was apprised of her thinking and could not disagree with her."

Judge's Response

None.