As a Judge, Dawn will expand her ability to serve, uplift those in need and leave a lasting, positive impact on the community. Dawn’s legal experience, paired with the wisdom gained through her own life journey, has prepared her to be a fair, compassionate, empathetic and effective judge who is committed to upholding the principles of justice.

At the heart of Dawn’s approach is a deep belief in justice and fairness for all. She is committed to fostering a courtroom environment where all parties, regardless of background, feel respected, heard and understood. Her empathetic demeanor ensures that every individual will be treated with dignity and that their concerns will be given thoughtful consideration.

With an open mind and a firm commitment to doing what is right, Dawn will work tirelessly to make decisions that reflect not only the letter of the law but also the spirit of justice that underpins our society.

I was raised by an incredibly hardworking single mom. Growing up, I saw firsthand the challenges that come with financial insecurity, which motivated me to build a stable future for myself. After graduating law school, I joined a major law firm in San Francisco, where I handled complex civil litigation cases and found deep intellectual challenge in the work. But one of the greatest rewards from my time in California was meeting my husband Mike, a Bucks County native.

Mike grew up in Holland and attended Archbishop Wood. When we decided to start a family, there was no question about where we wanted to raise our children—Bucks County. We moved to Northampton 15 years ago, drawn by our deep family ties here and the values we share with this wonderful community. Today, we have three children who attend our public schools. When I returned to work in Pennsylvania, I continued my legal career, this time representing health care clients for another major firm.

Then, everything changed. In November 2019, I lost my mother and, just months later, our daughter nearly lost her life. Those experiences reshaped my perspective and had a profound impact. I felt a deep calling to serve and give back. Leaving private practice to dedicate myself to being a public servant was the best decision I have ever made. It has made me a better lawyer, better mother, and has given me the privilege of serving our community these past 4.5 years.

Linda Bobrin has lived in Newtown Township over 35 years and served as Township supervisor prior to her election to county office. In 2019, she was elected countywide as the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans’ Court. In that position, Linda is responsible for handling probates, collecting inheritance tax for the Commonwealth as well as issuing marriage licenses, handling Orphans’ Court filings related to guardianships and adoptions and holding hearings on probate matters. She has upgraded the practice in that office, making it more efficient and user friendly.

In addition, Linda has started both the Weddings and Wills for Heroes programs, bringing free weddings to veterans and first responders as well as working with the bar association to provide free wills and powers of attorney to veterans and first responders. She instituted a free wedding program for Valentine’s Day, where members of the community can get married or renew their vows as well. Linda was re-elected to fill that position in 2023.

Prior to holding office, Linda ran and worked at her own law firm in Newtown. Linda still lives in Newtown with her husband Neil. Together they raised 3 sons, all of whom attended school in the Council Rock School District. Linda is involved in the community, and with some community organizations as board member and is an avid knitter and crocheter, making blankets for hospice patients regularly.

With over 20 years of legal experience, Tiffany Thomas-Smith is a dedicated advocate for justice, fairness, and the rule of law. She believes that a judge must uphold the law with integrity, apply common sense to real-world issues, and ensure that every person is treated with dignity and respect in the courtroom.

As a seasoned attorney, Tiffany has built a distinguished legal career, demonstrating the judicial temperament, wisdom, and expertise necessary for the role. With extensive experience in complex legal matters and training in alternative dispute resolution, she brings practical solutions to the bench—ensuring justice is not only served but understood and applied fairly.

Beyond her legal and civic commitments, Tiffany is a proud mother of two sons—one serving in the United States Marine Corps and another a student-athlete at Dominican University of California.