Hon. Barbara A. Kronlund, (Ret.)

Sacramento

All types of Personal Injury including Sexual Assault; Business/Commercial; Employment; Government/Public Entity; Medical Negligence

Judge Kronlund brings more than three decades of judicial leadership and extensive litigation experience to her role as a neutral with Judicate West. Widely respected for her fairness and preparation, she is known for her attentive listening and ability to connect with parties, helping uncover the underlying interests and motivations that drive disputes and guide them toward meaningful resolution.

Judge Kronlund served on the San Joaquin County Superior Court bench for 30 years, presiding over a wide range of matters throughout her judicial career. Her assignments included felony trials, juvenile delinquency, and ultimately a long tenure in the court's Direct Civil department, where she handled complex civil litigation and also served as Supervising Civil Judge. Earlier in her judicial career, she served as a court commissioner, conducting civil trials and settlement conferences across multiple case types.

Prior to taking the bench, Judge Kronlund served as a deputy district attorney in both San Joaquin and Sacramento counties, where she prosecuted a wide variety of criminal matters, including cases involving child abuse and sexual assault.

In addition to her courtroom service, Judge Kronlund has been deeply involved in judicial education and community initiatives. She founded San Joaquin County's Homeless Court and its Veterans Treatment Court and has served as faculty for the California Center for Judicial Education and Research, teaching judicial ethics and mentoring new judges.

A recognized leader in the legal community, Judge Kronlund has received numerous honors for her service, including the National ABOTA Champion of Justice Award and multiple community service and judicial education awards. Her decades of judicial experience and commitment to fairness allow her to guide parties through complex disputes with clarity, patience, and respect.

Barbara.kronlund@judicatewest.com