Timothy Volkmann

Timothy Volkmann serves as a neutral following a distinguished career on the Santa Cruz County Superior Court, where he presided for over 17 years. During his judicial tenure, he spent nine years in the civil division and served as presiding judge for two terms. Before his appointment to the bench, he spent 23 years as a trial attorney, handling a diverse range of litigation including insurance defense, personal injury, and public entity representation. He has extensive experience managing complex civil litigation, mandatory settlement conferences, and court trials across numerous legal disciplines.

A veteran jurist with nearly two decades of judicial experience and over twenty years of trial practice, specializing in resolving complex civil and commercial disputes in Northern California.

Held the position of Presiding Judge of the Santa Cruz County Superior Court twice and has over four decades of combined experience as a trial lawyer and jurist.

Recognized for his ability to settle complex disputes through a calm, persistent, and prepared approach. He is noted by legal professionals for his deep understanding of civil procedure and his effectiveness in facilitating resolutions in high-stakes litigation.