Kathleen M. Uston at a glance
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Kathleen M. Uston
Judge · Alexandria Circuit Court
Biography
Professional career
- The Chief Judge of the 18th Judicial Circuit Court in Alexandria, Virginia, appointed in 2021, with a career in law focused on ethics, civil litigation, and public service
- Court contact: Clerk’s Office, 520 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
- In summary: Judge Kathleen M. Uston is a seasoned Virginia attorney with a strong background in ethics, litigation, and legal education, now serving as Chief Judge in Alexandria’s 18th Judicial Circuit Court
- Moot Court Board — justice
Education
- George Mason University School of Law (Antonin Scalia Law School) — J.D. (1991)
- Miami University — B.A.
Additional information
- Past President, National Organization of Bar Counsel
- Recognized for her focus on attorney conduct and maintaining high professional standards.
- Phone: +1 (703) 746‐4044
- Her work as Assistant Bar Counsel gave her direct experience in prosecuting unethical legal conduct, which she has said shapes her judicial approach.
- Student Bar Association — president
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Cell Phones And Electronic Devices
Statewide
Virginia courts commonly restrict cell phones and other electronic devices in court buildings; counsel and litigants should check the local court policy before arrival.
Most courts in Virginia do not allow you to bring a cell phone or other electronic device into the building.Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy ↗
Sources
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Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Office of the Executive Secretary, Supreme Court of Virginia official judicial roster
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