Board & Commission Profiles

Below you will find detailed information on each state board and commission to which Gov. Ferguson has appointment authority. Click below to view the boards -- these profiles will provide you with the detailed information about each board, including board members. You can also view all recently appointed board members.

If you have additional questions about boards and commissions please contact the Office of the Governor at (360)902-4111 or email.

Boards and Commissions

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Legal Foundation of Washington

Administers and funds programs from interest on Lawyer's Trust Accounts (IOLTA), as directed by the Supreme Court. The Legal Foundation uses these funds to provide time and other available resources to civil legal aid programs to assist low-income people and the most vulnerable to overcome barriers in the civil justice system. The Foundation manages legal problems such as family safety, housing, health, and employment.

Board Website	https://legalfoundation.org/about/leadership/
Policy Area	Public Safety
Governor Appointments	3
Total Board Positions	9
Statutory Authority	Supreme Court
Public Disclosure Required?	No
Senate Confirmation Required?	No
Compensation	Reimbursement of expenses
Term Length (years)	3
Statutory Term Limits	no more than 2 consecutive terms

Member Requirements: The members of the Legal Foundation of Washington board are appointed by the Governor, the Washington State Bar Association Board of Governors, and the Washington Supreme Court. They are eligible for a two year term and eligible for re-appointment once.

Member List

Legal Foundation of Washington

Position Number	Member Name	Term Begin	Term End	Position Requirements
1	Davis, Sean-Michael	01/20/2023	12/31/2025	General Public
2	Ferrera, Kristin	01/13/2025	12/31/2027	General Public
3	Melonson, Gary	01/03/2022	12/31/2024	General Public