[VT – Philadelphia] May 2025 – Maria Battista [101] is running as a Republican candidate in the special election for Judge of the Pennsylvania Superior Court. She is one of several candidates on the ballot, and voters will be selecting one nominee.
Candidate Background
Maria Battista brings over 15 years of experience in civil, criminal, and administrative law. She has served as a Commonwealth attorney for both the Department of Health and the Department of State, and spent three years as a hearing examiner, overseeing hundreds of cases, including those for the Department of Corrections.
Her legal career also includes service as an Assistant District Attorney in Venango County, legal counsel for the Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners, and advisory roles within federal agencies such as the Defense Logistics Agency and the U.S. Navy’s NAVSUP WSS. She is also known for her public speaking and as a presenter in legal education seminars.
Professional Experience
After her unsuccessful run in the 2023 general election, Battista became the Director of Government Services at The Judge Group, a global consulting and talent solutions firm based in Wayne, PA.
Her diverse background spans both state and federal institutions, bringing deep insight into law, public policy, and procedural justice.
Policy Positions
Battista stresses that judges must not allow politics to influence their decisions. She cites the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia as a model for her judicial philosophy, favoring strict constitutional interpretation and legal impartiality.
She intends to bring her comprehensive legal background to the Superior Court to support an efficient, transparent, and accountable judicial system.
Ballot Information
Maria Battista will appear on the 2025 Republican Party primary ballot on May 20, 2025. If using a voting machine, her ballot number is 101.
