A Compassionate, Fair, and Just Judge
Judge TaTeasha Davis is a standard bearer for fairness and professionalism on the Pierce County Superior Court bench. Throughout her career, Judge Davis has embodied the attributes of compassion, integrity, and responsiveness in her pursuit of justice in service of the Pierce County community. As a current candidate seeking re-election to the bench, the official campaign invites you to evaluate Judge Davis’s extensive qualifications, wide-ranging legal experience, and strong commitment to ensuring that everyone who walks through her courtroom doors is treated fairly and with respect and dignity.
Education and Experience
Judge Davis’s legal career has spanned more than two decades and includes a rich diversity of both criminal and civil law practice and administration. She graduated from the University of Washington School of Law, beginning her practice as a Financial Law Attorney on complex financial litigation and consumer protection issues. Judge Davis next worked as a Staff Attorney for the Tacoma YWCA, providing legal services advocacy for domestic violence survivors. She provided counsel through the justice system for victims of domestic violence-the most oppressed and frightened members of our society-with true compassion and understanding.
Judge Davis’s development in public service continued through her appointment to the Indeterminate Sentence Review Board for the State of Washington, examining parole and sentencing cases that artfully balanced the competing interests of public safety and individuals’ rehabilitation interest. Judge Davis was appointed to the Pierce County Superior Court bench in 2017, then elected to that office in 2018. Since taking the bench, Judge Davis has presided over thousands of cases, including serious criminal felonies, complex family law cases, and vast commercial and residential property civil adjudications.
Proven Judicial Leadership
Judge Davis has distinguished herself on the bench and has earned the respect and admiration of her peers who comprise the entire Pierce County Superior Court bench, as she was unanimously endorsed by her colleagues. Judge Davis was also rated Exceptionally Well Qualified by independent legal groups based upon her legal knowledge, ethical demeanor, temperament, and judgment. These rare endorsements speak to Judge Davis’s fairness, work ethic, and ability to analyze legal issues in a concise, collaborative approach.
Her courtroom is well respected for her professionalism and accessibility. Litigants, attorneys, and jurors give Judge Davis high marks for her clear communication with everyone who appears in her courtroom, along with her patience and openness to make sure all individuals have their voices heard. Judge Davis feels that justice is best done when the courtroom is dignified, respectful, and all voices are heard.
A Broad Approach to the Law
As a Financial Law Attorney, Judge Davis gained experience in complex financial disputes and in consumer rights matters. She worked at the Tacoma YWCA as a legal advocate where she interacted directly with domestic violence survivors, engaged in sensitive family law matters, and interfaced with clients who were trying to rebuild and re-stabilize their lives. On the Indeterminate Sentence Review Board, Judge Davis gained experience working directly on recommendations involving criminal justice reform, rehabilitation, and public safety.
These diverse experiences help Judge Davis bring an informed and compassionate perspective to every case she encounters. She is uniquely aware of how judicial proceedings affect families, victims of crime, and the accused. Her interest in lifelong learning and professional development means that she is consistently up-to-date on legal best practices and rapidly evolving community concerns.
A Commitment to Access to Justice
Equal access to justice is at the heart of the judicial philosophy of Judge Davis. Judge Davis has led court initiatives to accomplish greater accessibility to the court including involvement in language access programs that support projects to provide language assistance services as well as active leadership in efforts to provide self-help resources for self-represented litigants. Judge Davis frequently engages in outreach within the community, promotes access to legal education seminars, and participates in other civic activities to provide opportunities geared toward demystifying the judicial process.
It is her firm belief that no party or witness should ever feel unwelcome while crossing the threshold of her courtroom, and she strives to promote an environment which serves everyone fairly and impartially while complying with the highest ethical standards. As such, Judge Davis instills a respect amongst those who practice in her courtroom, making herself readily accessible to attorneys, parties, and other judicial officers alike. Judge Davis participates actively on panels in seminars addressing Legal Malpractice Seminars, as well as those dealing with guardianship, criminal law matters, family law, civil law, and class action litigation.
Support From the Community
“Judge Davis’s re-election campaign is fortunate to have the support of a broad coalition of Pierce County leaders from the community, the bar, and civic organizations. All of the Pierce County Superior Court bench supports her re-election-a strong and uncommon recognition of her qualifications and judicial temperament. She is also supported by area bar associations, advocacy groups, and former clients who have seen her dedication to justice up close.”
An endorsement from someone you respect or an organization you support cannot be bought-it must be earned. These endorsements are rooted both in Judge Davis’s professional record, but also the enduring place she holds in the Pierce County community. Judge Davis has always been accessible and willing to listen, transparent both on and off the bench, and she has built a reputation as a fair, thoughtful, and principled judge who inspires confidence in all those who appear before her.
Community Engagement
Judge Davis believes her job as judge does not begin and end with what happens inside her courtroom. Judge Davis regularly volunteers at local schools, participating in civics programs aimed at educating youth about the law and giving them the tools to know how to be responsible citizens in their communities. Outside of her work on the bench, Judge Davis actively participates and volunteers with many local nonprofits and serves on the boards of a number of nonprofits that serve the Pierce County community. Judge Davis continues to make time to be involved in the community, attending a wide variety of Pierce County events and staying engaged with those she serves.
Beyond Judge Davis’ history of community involvement, there are many ways to participate in her campaign and continue to support Judge Davis’ efforts to ensure Pierce County remains a place where justice truly means the same thing for everyone. Campaign contributions, volunteer opportunities, and other chances to be involved in campaign events and education opportunities are regularly posted on the campaign’s website. Check back regularly, donate if you can, or sign up for updates from the campaign’s website to stay informed about ways to continue being involved.
Reasons to Re-Elect Judge TaTeasha Davis
Experience counts on the bench of the Superior Court. Her outstanding judicial demeanor, tempered as always by a commitment to fairness and public service, make Judge Davis uniquely qualified to continue serving the Pierce County community. Her leadership guarantees that each person entering this chamber, whatever background he or she comes from, will be treated with the utmost dignity and respect.
Voting to re-elect Judge Davis is to cast a ballot for a judge committed to accountability, transparency, and continued stewardship in the pursuit of the lawful administration of justice. It is voting for a proven leader whose vision and experience are among the principal tools available to begin to meet the myriad challenges that face our court and community today.
Get Involved: Volunteer for Our Campaign
Judge Davis’s campaign is by and for the people of Pierce County. Whether you are in the legal community, active in your neighborhood or simply a concerned citizen, your contribution will make an impact. Here are some ways you can lend support:
- Donate: Support your community by securely giving money to the campaign through the donation portal found on this website.
- Volunteer: Assist with community outreach, events or any other campaign-related activity. Visit our Volunteer Opportunities page for more information.
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- Spread the Word: Share with friends, family and neighbors the importance of supporting Judge Davis’s standing for compassion, integrity and accountability.
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Connect with the Campaign
Dedicated to communication, transparency, and dialogue, the reelect Judge TaTeasha Davis campaign is accepting questions, concerns, and issues as we strive for a more just, more equitable, and more compassionate Pierce County justice system. Correspondents can reach us by mail at 1625 E 72nd St #700-210 Tacoma WA 98404. Live social media updates on the campaign including news, events, and volunteer opportunities can be found on our Facebook page facebook.com/keepjudgedavis.
Please support Judge Davis’s vision of justice, equality, and community engagement. Together we can keep Pierce County Superior Court an example of justice, compassion, and accountability.