Runs one of the largest trial court systems in the country – the court that hears essentially every Maricopa County felony, divorce, probate, juvenile case and civil lawsuit over 10,000 dollars. She assigns judges to departments, sets court-wide policy and supervises Adult and Juvenile Probation.
Pamela S. Gates
| Office | Judges & Courts |
|---|---|
| Office | Presiding Judge, Maricopa County Superior Court |
| Party | Nonpartisan - appointed |
| Term | Appointed by the Arizona Supreme Court in December 2024; began July 1, 2025 |
| Contact | 602-506-3204Official Page |
| Verified | September 2026 |