Women in Justice - A Speaking of Women Event
Name:
Women in Justice - A Speaking of Women Event
Date:
July 8, 2026
Time:
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM PDT
Registration:
Register Now
Event Description:
Join the Skagit Valley Chamber of Commerce for an extraordinary edition of our Speaking of Women series.
In 1997, Susan Cook made history as Skagit County’s first female Superior Court judge. Today, we’ve reached an incredible new milestone: for the first time ever, all four bench seats are held by women. Join the Skagit Valley Chamber of Commerce for an unforgettable panel featuring Superior Court Judges Mary K. Crandall and Laura M. Riquelme as they share their insights and experiences.
Judge Laura M. Riquelme
Judge Riquelme was appointed to the Skagit County Superior Court in March, 2016 and in July, 2017 and elected November 2018. Prior to her judicial service, she was a senior deputy public defender with the Skagit County Public Defender.
Judge Riquelme began her legal career as a deputy prosecuting attorney for the Skagit County Prosecuting Attorney. Judge Riquelme is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and Syracuse University’s College of Law.
Judge Mary Crandall
Judge Mary K. Crandall was appointed as a Superior Court Judge in January 2026. Prior to that she served as a superior court commissioner, beginning in November 2021. Before joining the bench, Judge Crandall served as a Multnomah County deputy district attorney in Portland, Oregon from 2011 through 2015. Upon returning to Skagit County, Judge Crandall served as a senior deputy prosecuting attorney for the Skagit County Prosecuting Attorney's Office and Judge Pro Tem for San Juan County courts. Judge Crandall is a graduate of Burlington-Edison High School, University of Washington, and University of Oregon School of Law.
The Speaking of Women “Women in Justice” panel is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the leaders shaping our local judicial system. Don't miss your chance to be in the room for this powerful conversation—secure your seat today to connect, learn, and be inspired by our county's top judicial leaders!
Registration Fees
In 1997, Susan Cook made history as Skagit County’s first female Superior Court judge. Today, we’ve reached an incredible new milestone: for the first time ever, all four bench seats are held by women. Join the Skagit Valley Chamber of Commerce for an unforgettable panel featuring Superior Court Judges Mary K. Crandall and Laura M. Riquelme as they share their insights and experiences.
Judge Laura M. Riquelme
Judge Riquelme was appointed to the Skagit County Superior Court in March, 2016 and in July, 2017 and elected November 2018. Prior to her judicial service, she was a senior deputy public defender with the Skagit County Public Defender.
Judge Riquelme began her legal career as a deputy prosecuting attorney for the Skagit County Prosecuting Attorney. Judge Riquelme is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and Syracuse University’s College of Law.
Judge Mary Crandall
Judge Mary K. Crandall was appointed as a Superior Court Judge in January 2026. Prior to that she served as a superior court commissioner, beginning in November 2021. Before joining the bench, Judge Crandall served as a Multnomah County deputy district attorney in Portland, Oregon from 2011 through 2015. Upon returning to Skagit County, Judge Crandall served as a senior deputy prosecuting attorney for the Skagit County Prosecuting Attorney's Office and Judge Pro Tem for San Juan County courts. Judge Crandall is a graduate of Burlington-Edison High School, University of Washington, and University of Oregon School of Law.
The Speaking of Women “Women in Justice” panel is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the leaders shaping our local judicial system. Don't miss your chance to be in the room for this powerful conversation—secure your seat today to connect, learn, and be inspired by our county's top judicial leaders!
Registration Fees
- Chamber members: $150.00
- Non members: $200.00
- Students: $75.00
Registration fees include all monthly coffee chats, VIP hours and empowerment panels in 2026.
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