Rhonda A. Haymon is running for Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge, Office 64, in the Nov. 3 general election. The winner will preside over criminal, civil, family and probate cases across the county, including cases that affect Pasadena residents.

The nonpartisan race also includes Maria Ghobadi.

Candidate information

Haymon's background, according to her campaign website:

  • Hometown: Born in Bellflower, California, and raised in Southern California
  • High school: Graduated with honors from Gardena High School
  • Undergraduate education: Bachelor of science in social work, political science and mathematics, Tuskegee University (1996)
  • Law degree: Juris doctor in law, Willamette University College of Law (1999)
  • Bar membership: Licensed to practice law in California and Oregon; member in good standing with the State Bar of California

Experience and public service

Haymon said on her campaign website that she has tried over 100 felony and misdemeanor jury trials. Those cases ranged from misdemeanors to serious and violent felonies, including homicide and murder cases, she said.

Her professional and civic background, as listed on her campaign website and BallotReady profile data, includes:

  • Deputy public defender, Orange County Public Defender's Office, beginning in 2001
  • Attorney, Los Angeles County
  • Adjunct professor, Southwestern Law School
  • Board member, Women in Leadership program at Southwestern Law School
  • Elected member, California Young Lawyers Association of the State Bar of California, serving from 2006 to 2010

Haymon's career spans both public defense and county legal work. She has also held roles in legal education and professional leadership, according to her campaign website.

On the issues

Haymon's campaign materials do not detail specific policy positions or priorities for the bench. Voters seeking her views on sentencing, court administration or access to justice can visit her campaign website for updates.

Endorsements

Haymon has received the following endorsements, according to BallotReady profile data:

  • Democrats for Neighborhood Action
  • Los Angeles Sentinel Editorial Board (historical endorsement observed Feb. 23, 2024; not verified for the 2026 election)

Candidate information in this profile is drawn from Haymon's campaign website and BallotReady data. No questionnaire responses were available for this profile. Voters can find more information at rhondahaymon4judge.com.