CWSL Alumna Sally Ackerknecht ‘09 Appointed Judge
California Western School of Law (CWSL) is proud to proud to announce that California Governor Gavin Newsom has appointed Sally Ackerknecht ‘09 to serve as Judge in the Kern County Superior Court.
Ackerknecht has served as a Commissioner at the Kern Court since 2023 where she also served as a Court Attorney in 2023. She worked as an Attorney at the Department of Child Support Services from 2018 to 2023. Ackerknecht served as a Deputy Public Defender at the Tulare County Public Defender’s Office from 2011 to 2018. She was an Associate at the Law Offices Stephen G. Cline in 2011. Ackerknecht received a Juris Doctor degree from California Western School of Law. She fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Michael G. Bush.
About California Western School of Law
For 100 years, California Western School of Law (CWSL) has trained practice-ready lawyers and thoughtful advocates for justice. As the first and longest-running law school in San Diego, CWSL remains committed to providing students with the fundamental knowledge, skills, and real-world experience to thrive in a rapidly evolving legal landscape. CWSL enrolls a student body representative of our diverse society, amplifying access to opportunities for social and economic mobility. Tailored programming allows students to focus on specific areas of interest, and distinguished faculty are dedicated to student growth and scholarship on critical social issues. The law school emphasizes practical, hands-on training through clinics, internships, externships, and pro bono service. CWSL is committed to excellence in education, nurturing compassionate legal professionals who use the law effectively and creatively to solve complex human and societal problems. For more information, visit www.CWSL.edu.