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Justice Mary I. Yu serves as an active Justice on the Washington Supreme Court (appointed 2014, elected 2014/2016) and holds a dual appointment as Distinguished Jurist in Residence at Seattle University School of Law. Her judicial career spans over two decades, including 14 years presiding over criminal, civil, and family law cases in King County Superior Court.
Her educational foundation includes:
- B.A. from Dominican University
- M.A. in Religious Studies from Mundelein College of Loyola University Chicago
- J.D. from University of Notre Dame Law School
Justice Yu's legal expertise centers on constitutional interpretation, criminal procedure, and family law adjudication. Her landmark rulings often address intersectional issues of race, gender, and immigration status, informed by her background as the daughter of Mexican and Chinese immigrants. She brings practical courtroom experience to legal education through courses on professional practice and judicial ethics.
Her distinguished service has earned recognition including:
- 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award (Northwest Asian Weekly)
- 2016 Daniel K. Inouye Trailblazer Award
- Multiple 'Judge of the Year' honors (2005-2014)
- 2016 Honorary Doctorate from Whitman College
Justice Yu maintains an active mentorship role through the Minority and Justice Commission and law school organizations, while serving on the American Law Institute. Her community engagement spans 14 years with Seattle Girls' School Mock Trials and prior board service for FareStart and UW Law's public service programs.
