Judge Mackenzie W. Smith
This week, Judge Mackenzie W. Smith announced her candidacy for Judge of the Chester County Court of Common Pleas.
“Truth and justice will prevail so long as our courts continue to fiercely safeguard them,” said Smith. “I am running to ensure that voters can choose an experienced judge who is active in standing up for our values, protecting our freedoms, and delivering equal justice for all for years to come.”
Smith currently serves as a magisterial district judge representing Malvern, East Goshen, Easttown, Willistown, and parts of Tredyffrin and Westtown.
“Whether it be for a criminal case, a landlord-tenant issue, or even a simple traffic violation, my courtroom is where most community members interact with the judicial system,” Smith said. “That’s why I take pride in ensuring equal access to justice for anyone who comes before my bench, treating people with care and dignity, and delivering on our constitutional guarantees of due process and equal justice for all.”
An experienced prosecutor, Smith previously served as an Assistant District Attorney in Chester County, prosecuting hundreds of criminal cases from low-level offenses to violent crimes.
“Seeking justice for victims of crime while ensuring that the rights of the accused were always preserved was one of the greatest honors of my career,” Smith said.
Adding to her diverse range of legal experience, Smith is also an experienced commercial litigator representing a wide array of clients in state and federal court. Throughout her career, she has consistently volunteered her time representing those least able to advocate for themselves, including children and the elderly.
In 2021, Smith defeated a three-term incumbent to win her magisterial district court seat.
“Being an effective judge involves more than just knowing the law. It requires being an active member of the community, understanding the issues that bring people before the judicial system, and being a force for positive change, both individually and systemically,” Smith added. “That’s how I have led in the past and how I will continue to lead as your Common Pleas Court Judge.”
The Courts of Common Pleas in Pennsylvania are the trial courts, hearing major criminal and civil cases. Common pleas court judges are elected to 10-year terms after which they may face a retention vote.
The 2025 Pennsylvania primary election is scheduled for May 20 and the general election on November 4.
To learn more about Judge Smith and her campaign visit her website: mackenzieforjudge.com
