Peter Krauthamer is a former judge in Washington, D.C. He served on the Superior Court, which is a local court, and was appointed to this position by President Barack Obama in 2011. He held this role for 12 years before stepping down.
Born in New York City in 1957, Krauthamer attended Brandeis University, where he completed his studies in 1979. He then pursued law at Boston University School of Law and graduated in 1982. After law school, he worked as a law clerk for Judge Howard T. Markey at the United States Court of Appeals.
Later, Krauthamer became a prosecutor in the District of Columbia’s Office of the Corporation Counsel. In 1995, he joined Howard University School of Law as a clinical supervising attorney and assistant professor, teaching courses on criminal law, criminal procedure, and trial advocacy.
In 2000, he became a judge in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. Known for his fair and thoughtful decisions, he was a strong advocate for the rights of those accused of crimes.
On a personal note, Peter Krauthamer is married to Judge Tanya Chutkan, who currently serves as a judge on the United States District Court for the District of Columbia.
In 2014, he received the American Bar Association’s Pro Bono Publico Award in recognition of his dedication to pro bono work. This award honors individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to providing legal assistance to those in need without charging a fee.
Judge Tanya Chutkan is married to Peter A. Krauthamer. He served as a judge in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia for 12 years after being appointed by President Barack Obama in 2011.
Name | Tanya Sue Chutkan |
---|---|
Born | July 5, 1962 |
Birthplace | Kingston, Jamaica |
Education | George Washington University (BA), University of Pennsylvania Law School (JD) |
Career | Private practice, Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia, WilmerHale |
Judicial career | United States District Court for the District of Columbia (2014-present) |
Notable cases | Trump criminal trial, D.C. same-sex marriage ban |
Notable rulings | Denied Trump’s motion to dismiss indictment, denied Trump’s motion to disqualify Chutkan, ordered Trump to turn over documents to prosecution |
Accolades | Unanimous bipartisan confirmation to the bench |
Quote | “The rule of law demands that we hold all people accountable, regardless of their position.” |
Judge Tanya Chutkan is currently presiding over the criminal case against former President Donald Trump. The case revolves around Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results.
ncG1vNJzZmignpe0tnrNnqtooqWZtKZ5wqGsraORo3w%3D