Eric J. Lawless
Nonpartisan · WA · Washington Assistant Attorney General and Judge Pro Tempore
Eric J. Lawless is a Washington Assistant Attorney General, judge pro tempore, retired Army JAG officer, and 2026 candidate for Pierce County District Court Position 7. His official voters' pamphlet statement describes litigation involving workers' compensation, workplace safety, and administrative matters, plus more than 20 years of Army service as an infantry officer and judge advocate. He emphasizes impartiality, constitutional rights, preparation, accountability, dignity, and respectful courtroom treatment.
Track record
Public Safety and Crime Control
· 1 record
As an Army JAG officer, Lawless advised commanders, prosecuted criminal cases, and worked to protect constitutional rights in domestic and overseas assignments.
May 4, 2026For
Source: piercecountywa.gov · researched July 18, 2026
Civil Rights
· 3 records
Lawless also serves his community as a wrestling referee and Veterans of Foreign Wars treasurer.
May 4, 2026For
Source: piercecountywa.gov · researched July 18, 2026
Lawless says judges must apply law fairly, remain impartial, and ensure every person appearing in court is heard.
May 4, 2026For
Source: piercecountywa.gov · researched July 18, 2026
As an Army JAG officer, Lawless advised commanders, prosecuted criminal cases, and worked to protect constitutional rights in domestic and overseas assignments.
May 4, 2026For
Source: piercecountywa.gov · researched July 18, 2026
Impartiality
· 1 record
Lawless says judges must apply law fairly, remain impartial, and ensure every person appearing in court is heard.
May 4, 2026For
Source: piercecountywa.gov · researched July 18, 2026
Legal Competence
· 3 records
Lawless serves as a Washington Assistant Attorney General and judge pro tempore with courtroom experience in workers' compensation, workplace-safety, and administrative cases.
May 4, 2026For
Source: piercecountywa.gov · researched July 18, 2026
Lawless served more than 20 years in the U.S. Army, including 11 years as an infantry officer and 11 years as a Judge Advocate.
May 4, 2026For
Source: piercecountywa.gov · researched July 18, 2026
Lawless identifies preparation, accountability, courtesy, respect, and constitutional process as lessons guiding his judicial approach.
May 4, 2026For
Source: piercecountywa.gov · researched July 18, 2026
Elections
- Pierce County District Court Position No. 7 · August 4, 2026 · Pierce County, Washington
Profile last researched July 18, 2026.