Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

Biography

Hon. Kathleen A. Sigurdson is a judge for the Second Judicial District Court in Washoe County, Nevada. She was elected to the bench in 2020.


Sigurdson received a B.S. (1984) in Recreation Therapy and an M.S. (1986) in Rehabilitation Counseling from San Diego State University. She went on to earn a J.D. from Quinnipiac College in 1998.


After graduating from University, she worked as a Rehabilitation Counselor, serving in this capacity until entering law school.


Upon obtaining her law degree, Sigurdson entered into private practice, initially working as an attorney for an insurance defense firm as well as with other law firms.


In 2002, she entered into solo practice. Early on, her practice focused on bankruptcy, family law, personal injury, and worker’s compensation cases. Later, Sigurdson limited her practice’s scope to focus mainly on personal injury and worker’s compensation law.


She has served on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Rehabilitation Counselors and the Muscular Dystrophy. Sigurdson was also past-president and board member of the Nevada Justice Association’s Convention and the Washoe County Bar Association.


Outside of the courtroom, she enjoys spending time with her beloved horse Cinnamon Tea as well as riding her two geldings. She also has a dog named Manny and a cat named LadyBug.

Recent Cases by Hon. Kathleen A. Sigurdson

On April 27, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 27, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Case Last Refreshed

May 03, 2026

On April 23, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 23, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

General Property

Case Last Refreshed

May 02, 2026

On April 23, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 23, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

May 02, 2026

On April 23, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 23, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Case Last Refreshed

May 02, 2026

On April 20, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 20, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

May 01, 2026

On April 16, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 16, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 30, 2026

On April 16, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 16, 2026

Status

Closed

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 30, 2026

On April 15, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 15, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 29, 2026

On April 15, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 15, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 29, 2026

On April 13, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 13, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 28, 2026

On April 13, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 13, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 28, 2026

On April 13, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 13, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Administrative

Matter Type

General Administrative

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 28, 2026

On April 10, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 10, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 28, 2026

On April 9, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 09, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 27, 2026

On April 9, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 09, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 27, 2026

On April 9, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 09, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 27, 2026

On April 8, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 08, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 27, 2026

On April 8, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 08, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Administrative

Matter Type

General Administrative

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 27, 2026

On April 8, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 08, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 27, 2026

On April 6, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 06, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 26, 2026

On April 1, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 01, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 25, 2026

On April 1, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Apr 01, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

General Property

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 25, 2026

On March 31, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Mar 31, 2026

Status

Stipulated Judgment

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Practice Area

Probate

Matter Type

General Probate

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 25, 2026

On March 27, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Washoe County. Judge Kathleen A. Sigurdson presiding.

Filed

Mar 27, 2026

Status

Active

Court

District

County

Washoe County, NV

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 25, 2026