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This year, abortion is on the ballot in Washington.

Without a strong state Supreme Court, our rights are in danger.

Ian Birk for Washington Supreme Court

Appointed to the Washington State Court of Appeals in 2022, Birk brings decades of experience standing up for everyday Washingtonians and the pragmatic judgment needed to safeguard the Supreme Court and our values.

  • Prior to his appointment, Birk practiced as a civil litigator for 20 years and was a partner at Keller Rohrback LLP, where his practice focused on insurance and consumer protection law.  
  • As an attorney, Birk served as a volunteer attorney with the King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinics for more than 10 years, providing free legal assistance to people who could not afford an attorney.
  • Birk has been endorsed by former Governor Jay Inslee, Attorney General Nick Brown, six former Supreme Court Justices (Mary Yi, Sal Mungia, Raquel Montoya-Lewis, Steve Gonzalez, Sheryl Gordon McCloud, and Faith Ireland), alongside other elected officials.

Learn more about Ian Birk.

In 2026, we decide.

Without a strong state Supreme Court, our rights are in danger. We have seen reproductive rights stripped away in states across the country. In 2026, we decide what’s best for our families, our bodies, our lives, and our futures. When we decide, we win. 

Remember to vote by November 3!

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Endorsed Candidates for Washington Supreme Court

Colleen Melody, Position 1

Colleen Melody

Appointed to the Washington State Supreme Court in January 2026, Melody has experience protecting Washingtonians' civil rights and freedoms against the Trump administration's attacks.

Learn more about Colleen Melody.

Jaime Michelle Hawk, Position 3

Jaime Michelle Hawk

Currently serving as a King County Superior Court Judge, Hawk brings extensive experience protecting Washingtonians’ constitutional rights across the legal spectrum.

Learn more about Hawk.

Ian Birk, Position 4

Ian Birk

Appointed to the Washington State Court of Appeals in 2022, Birk brings decades of experience standing up for everyday Washingtonians and the pragmatic judgment needed to safeguard the Supreme Court and our values.

Learn more about Ian Birk.

Theo Angelis, Position 5

Theo Angelis

Appointed to the Washington State Supreme Court in April 2026, Angelis brings exceptional legal expertise and a history of protecting our most vulnerable.

Learn more about Theo Angelis.

Debra Stephens, Position 7

Debra Stephens

From teaching at Gonzaga Law to her time as counsel to serving on the U.S. Court of Appeals, Stephens brings decades of experience and a demonstrated commitment to fairness, judicial independence, and access to justice.

Learn more about Debra Stephens.

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