Position Sought
San Diego County Superior Court Judge, Seat No. 31
Location
California
Date of Primary Election
June 2, 2026
Primary Election Donation Limit
No limit
Date of General Election
November 3, 2026
General Election Donation Limit
No limit
Race/Ethnicity
White/Caucasian
Gender Identity
Cisgender Woman
Sexual Orientation
Bisexual
Pronouns
She/Her/Hers
Connect with Jodi Cleesattle
Jodi will be only the second out bisexual/queer judge if elected!
Biography
Jodi Cleesattle is a veteran trial lawyer, a dedicated public servant, and an active community volunteer running for San Diego County Superior Court Judge. She has been practicing law for 32 years, working both in private practice and for the California Office of the Attorney General. She has the practical experience and knowledge to hear cases fairly and thoughtfully – and the commitment to treating all people with dignity and respect. Jodi stands strongly in support of the rule of law and the pursuit of justice, and she has been proud to represent the people of the State of California since 2007. A leader in the legal community, Jodi has served as president of California Women Lawyers and co-president of the Tom Homann LGBTQ+ Law Association and has served on several boards. Jodi has been awarded the 2025 Outstanding Service by a Public Attorney Award from the San Diego County Bar Association, the 2021 Public Lawyer of the Year Award from the California Lawyers Association, and the 2014 Community Service Award from Lawyers Club of San Diego. She will bring compassion, common sense, and a commitment to equal justice with her to the bench.