Attorney Kristin Pawlik is running for Circuit Judge in Washington and Madison counties, pointing to decades of active courtroom experience as the reason she is best suited for the role. Pawlik, who has practiced law since 1999, says her continuous trial work and local expertise set her apart, noting, “What sets me apart is that I have been actively trying cases and in court with my clients since 1999… I’m the only candidate in this race that has represented clients in both Washington and Madison County in the last five years.”
Early voting begins February 17, and election day is March 3. Learn more about Pawlik by visiting her website here.
Key Topics & Time Codes
- Background & Northwest Arkansas roots — 00:00:44 – 00:01:36
- Why she became a lawyer — 00:01:48 – 00:02:58
- Private practice & case experience — 00:03:10 – 00:05:35
- Public defender work & serious criminal cases — 00:03:40 – 00:04:20
- Decision to run for judge — 00:05:57 – 00:07:48
- Judicial philosophy & nonpartisanship — 00:09:01 – 00:12:42
- Community service & statewide appointments — 00:13:16 – 00:15:21
- Early voting & election timeline — 00:16:59 – 00:17:47
- Experience comparison with other candidates — 00:18:01 – 00:22:32
