The current term of office of full-time United States Magistrate Judge Michelle L. Peterson at Seattle, Washington is due to expire on February 26, 2027.

Please see the attached Public Notice for Judge Peterson.

Comments from members of the bar and the public are invited as to whether the incumbent magistrate judge should be recommended by the panel for reappointment by the court and should be directed to:

Joshua C. Lewis

District Court Executive/Clerk of Court

United States Courthouse

700 Stewart Street, Suite 2310

Seattle, Washington 98101

Attention – Reappointment of Magistrate Judge

Or via e-mail to:

magistratejudgeapplication@wawd.uscourts.gov

Comments must be received by August 21, 2026.