Wyman Yip to Be Sworn in as King County Superior Court Judge
The King County Superior Court is pleased to welcome its newest judge. Presiding Judge Patrick Oishi will swear in Wyman Yip on January 9, 2023.
“The people of King County will be well served by the breadth of experience Judge Yip brings to the Superior Court,” said Presiding Judge Oishi. “We are grateful for his knowledge, experience, and commitment to justice.”
Appointed to the Superior Court by Gov. Inslee on Dec. 1, 2022, Yip replaces Judge Mafé Rajul, who left the court at the end of 2022. He will take on a civil caseload at the King County Courthouse in Seattle.
Yip has worked for the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office since 1998. Most recently he has served as the office’s Criminal Division Assistant Chief Deputy. During this same period, he was co-chair of the office’s violent and economic crimes unit. He also worked in the Most Dangerous Offenders Project, investigating and trying homicide cases.
In the community, Yip has been involved in youth sports for more than 15 years. He’s been a coach for community youth basketball and baseball teams. He’s also a member of the West Seattle Timebank, a community of local volunteers who exchange services, skills, talents, and time.
Yip earned his bachelor’s degree from Santa Clara University. He obtained his law degree from Lewis and Clark Law School.
About the Court
The King County Superior Court handles civil matters, domestic matters, felony criminal cases, juvenile matters, and appeals from courts of limited jurisdiction. It is comprised of 54 judges, each elected to 4-year terms by the voters of King County, or, in the event of a vacancy, appointed by the Governor. For more information about judges and judicial assignments in King County Superior Court, please see the Court’s directory.
