Laurel Gibson

King County District Court

Southwest Division, Position Three

Occupation: King County District Court Judge

Education: BA, University of Washington – 1990; JD, Seattle University -- 1996

Statement: Judges make dozens of difficult decisions every day affecting the lives of ordinary people. Good judges are mindful of both individual rights and public safety. Judge Gibson has the kind of broad experience, balanced perspective, and connection to her community that we deserve in our judges.

Prior to becoming a lawyer, Judge Gibson spent years advocating for developmentally disabled adults and children -- balancing individual needs with limited public resources. She later served King County for 13 years as a Public Defender, representing those who often face challenges in obtaining equal access to justice. For the past 5 years, she has been an Administrative Law Judge, presiding over disputes involving child abuse, vulnerable adult protection, and services for the developmentally disabled.

As a South King County native, Judge Gibson understands the issues facing the working poor and will work hard to make the District Court a true community court.

Judge Gibson was unanimously appointed to the District Court bench by the King County Council and is rated “Exceptionally Well Qualified” or “Well Qualified” by five different Bar Associations. Endorsed by all 25 District Court Judges, the King County Democrats, M.L. King County Labor Council, National Women’s Political Caucus of Washington.

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