Judge

Frank Cuthbertson - Superior Court judge since 2001

Ratings

By 88 attorneys

Legal ability: 4.02 (9th)

Integrity, impartiality: 4.32 (6th)

Professionalism: 4.48 (6th)

Administrative skills: 4.15 (14th)

By 123 jurors

Average rating: 4.86

Attorney comments

• "Judge Cuthbertson is a thoughtful and hardworking judge. While he has not always ruled in my favor, he has always acted with the utmost integrity."
• "Limited knowledge of criminal law. At times, tends to make decision based on what he wants the law to be rather than what the law actually is -- then finds way to distinguish case law to justify decision."
• "I found Judge Cuthbertson to be very deliberate and considerate -- trying to do the right thing in a fair and unbiased manner. My only criticism might be that he allowed counsel to drone on too long and the hearing(s) drag on longer than necessary."
• "He works so hard 'to split the baby' that decisions make no sense and are not grounded on legal principles."

Judge's Response

"I am honored to serve Pierce County as juvenile court presiding judge. Our judges, staff and community volunteers have improved the lives of thousands of families and children county-wide. I appreciate the feedback from the lawyers and jurors. Working together we can continue to improve our under-resourced justice system."