Kerri Lombardi

The Denver County Court Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 5-0 that Judge Kerri Lombardi MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS . The Colorado statutory judicial performance criteria are integrity, legal knowledge, communication skills, judicial temperament, administrative performance, and service to the legal profession and the public.

Judge Lombardi is the Denver County Court presiding judge and oversees the court’s overall administration, fiscal and budget responsibilities, employees, security and engagement with city and state partners. When she became presiding judge in 2024, she learned the business side of the court very quickly. She has been uniformly commended for her transparency and clear communication in handling recent budget issues, including holding several open forums to answer questions directly. She is a strong leader who shows up both literally and figuratively for employees and is a fierce advocate for the court, its people and its independence. She makes thoughtful decisions and demonstrates integrity while navigating systemic problems. She is known for not shying away from difficult issues and for tackling challenges straight on. In the courtroom, she is efficient, approachable, knowledgeable and commands respect.

In evaluating Judge Lombardi, the commission did extensive live, livestream and recorded courtroom observations, conducted a personal interview with the judicial officer, and reviewed case management data and the judicial officer self-evaluation, with supporting documents when submitted, to inform its decision for meets/does not meet performance standards. The Commission also interviewed many of the courts stakeholders and administrators that work closely with Judge Lombardi.

Judge Lombardi was appointed to the Denver County Court in 2015. In February 2024, she became the Court’s presiding judge. Prior to her appointment, Judge Lombardi served as a chief deputy district attorney in Denver for more than 20 years and specialized in cases involving domestic violence and crimes against children. She is a member of the Colorado Women’s Bar Association and the Colorado LGBTQ+ Bar Association. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado Boulder and her law degree from the University of Denver.

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