Anna Woods
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Accomplished Judge Pro Tempore with extensive experience in impartial adjudication and legal writing. Recognized for strong analytical reasoning, attention to detail, and ethical judgment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Judge Pro Tempore
Municipal, District and Superior Court Commissioner Courts
Western Washington
12.1998 - Current
- Presided over court proceedings, ensuring fair and impartial administration of justice.
- Interpreted and applied laws, statutes, and regulations to various cases.
- Reviewed evidence and testimony to render informed decisions on legal matters.
- Provided clear written opinions and rulings to clarify legal interpretations.
- Mentored junior judges and court staff on procedural best prctices.
- Developed training programs on judicial practices for new commissionersa
- Reviewed legal documents and memos to make determinations on pre-trial issues, motions, and final rulings.
Industrial Appeals Judge
Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals
Washington State
03.2016 - 02.2026
- Presided over hearings, ensuring fair and impartial adjudication of industrial insurance appeals.
- Evaluated evidence and testimony to render legally sound decisions in complex cases.
- Collaborated with legal professionals to interpret regulations and enhance procedural adherence.
- Developed written opinions articulating rationale for case determinations, enhancing clarity and transparency.
- Handled high-profile cases with professionalism, ensuring that all parties received due process and equal protection under the law.
- Facilitated mediation sessions between opposing parties, promoting alternative dispute resolution methods whenever appropriate.
- Met with litigants' legal counsel to discuss and decide on objections, pretrial motions, discovery issues and evidence.
Owner and Managing Attorney
Law Office of Anna K. Woods
Tacoma, Washington
06.1996 - 03.2016
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with legal standards and client expectations.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance client engagement and service delivery.
- Oversaw case management processes, optimizing workflows for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Mentored junior staff in legal practices, fostering professional development and teamwork.
- Established strong client relationships through effective communication and personalized service strategies.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
Education
J.D. - Law
University of Puget Sound
12.1985
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
SoundUniversity of Puget
Tacoma08.1977
Skills
- Legal writing
- Analytical reasoning
- Legal research
- Impartiality
- Dispute resolution
- Opinion writing
- Ethical judgment
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Conflict resolution
- Oral communication
- Professionalism
- Written communication
- Legal brief preparation
- Criminal law
- Evidence evaluation
- Juror communication
- Hearing control
- Evidence ruling
- Legal document review
- Opinion preparation
- Jury instruction
Accomplishments
I have served as a pro tem for nearly two decades in various municipal and district courts as well as a commissioner pro tem in Pierce County Superior Court.
Certification
I have served as a pro tem in multiple courts for nearly two decades
Timeline
Industrial Appeals Judge
Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals
03.2016 - 02.2026
Judge Pro Tempore
Municipal, District and Superior Court Commissioner Courts
12.1998 - Current
Owner and Managing Attorney
Law Office of Anna K. Woods
06.1996 - 03.2016
J.D. - Law
University of Puget Sound
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
SoundUniversity of Puget
2025 BIIA Excellence Award; Pierce County Bar Association Bertha Snell Award
I was recognized for hard committed work and overcoming challenges