Candidate for
Superior Court Judge; County of San Diego; Office 36

About Lisa
I ran for Superior Court Judge in the 2004 Primary Election. I received over 100,000 of your votes. Vote for me and the Most Qualified and Experienced Candidate will be your next Superior Court Judge.

I am seeking the Office of Superior Court Judge because I want to serve our Community. As a Judge, I will be fair, ethical and tough. Also, I will be better able to set an example as a Community leader, morally and by continuing to volunteer to help others.

"I personally know Lisa Laqua's Integrity and Commitment to the law are Unparalleled. CLEARLY, SHE IS THE MOST QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED CANDIDATE. Please join me by voting Lisa Laqua for Superior Court Judge." Presiding Appellate Justice, Daniel J. Kremer (Ret.)

Legal Experience
Lisa has a great deal of Experience in several facets of law. She has been an attorney for seventeen (17) years. During which, Lisa has Prosecuted & Defended hundreds of Civil Trials and Criminal Trials, Civil Appeals and Criminal Appeals.

She has experience in Securities litigation, Environmental law, Construction Defect cases, Government Contracting, Family law, Employment matters, Collections, Domestic Violence, Subrogation, Business Litigation, Business Transactional matters, Personal Injury cases, Bankruptcy issues, and Small Business Administration hearings involving HUBZONE compliance.

Moreover, Lisa has been Corporate Counsel to Pacific Defense Systems for over fifteen (15) years. The Company was a government contactor, primarily to the United States Navy, doing Ship repair work. This Company was one of the largest employers in National City, with over two hundred (200) employees. Lisa interacted with Navy personnel on a daily basis. She has great respect for the sacrifices and commitment of the men and woman serving in the United States Military.

Further, Lisa was the Founder of the Small Business Legal Center (SBLC). She worked with the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) to help foster small business growth in San Diego. They formed a "team" to provide a variety of valuable resources for small businesses. Providing affordable legal services to small business owners has helped small business growth throughout San Diego County.

Education
Lisa has an Excellent Educational background. She attended the Indiana University, School of Business, where she earned Membership to three honorary societies for academic achievement and her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.

Thereafter, Lisa attended the University of San Diego, School of Law. During which, she was awarded Membership on the "Law Review" for being in the top 6% in her law class, received the American Jurisprudence Award for legal excellence, was selected for a Judicial Externship with the Presiding Appellate Court Justice, Daniel J. Kremer (ret.), of the Fourth District Court of Appeal, Division One, assisted Professor Richard Wharton to edit the CALIFORNIA CIVIL TRIAL BOOK and was chosen to work as an Intern with the Environmental Law Clinic.

After Law School, Lisa was ultimately honored by being selected to work as a Legislative Aide for the United States Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, Subcommittee on Securities. Among many other things, she learned how the Senate puts together Congressional hearings to debate the passage of and language to be used in new laws.

Community Involvement
Lisa is a Leader in our Community and cares deeply for its continued prosperity. During the last few years, she has volunteered with the Red Cross and Saint Vincent de Paul. Recently, Lisa worked with the Red Cross to help with the Katrina relief efforts here in San Diego. In 2004, she organized a significant food drive to benefit our local fire victims. Lisa was able to garner considerable support from our schools, law enforcement, television stations and community leaders.

Further, Lisa has volunteered at her daughter's school for many years and tried to help our fantastic teachers. Also, she was trained by and worked with "Voices for Children". This wonderful organization provides a child, brought into the Juvenile dependency system, with an "advocate". This advocate speaks on behalf of the child in the Courtroom setting and protects the child's rights. Lisa believes children have an absolute right to a safe environment and a solid education.

Moreover, Lisa was a victim of a violent crime almost twenty years ago. She went through the Trial, Sentencing and Appellate process. As a result of her experience, she gained a valuable perspective of the criminal justice system and its impact on crime victims. Lisa is the best candidate to protect crime victims because she understands. In addition, Lisa has helped crime victims to collect money from criminals, based on restitution judgments.

Also, Lisa has spent a number of years singing in Church and for events. She enjoys sharing her love of music with others.

Finally, Lisa is volunteering with "Special Olympics" on April 1 & 2, 2006 for their Basketball Tournament at the University of San Diego. This event is being coordinated through the University of San Diego's "Center for Awareness, Service and Action" (CASA). Come cheer for the kids! (http://unet.sandiego.edu/events.html) If you would like to volunteer, contact her at lisalaqua@netscape.com.