Judge Haaris M. Syed Appointed to the Los Angeles County Superior Court

Haaris Syed, of Los Angeles County, has been appointed to serve as a Judge in the Los Angeles County Superior Court. Syed has served as a Commissioner at the Los Angeles County Superior Court since 2026. He served as a Deputy Public Defender at the Los Angeles Public Defender’s Office from 2005 to 2026. He worked as an Associate at Augustini & Wheeler from 2004 to 2005. Syed received a Juris Doctor degree from Loyola Law School. He fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Keith H. Borjon. Syed is a Democrat.   

 The Islamic Shura Council of Southern California extends its heartfelt congratulations to Judge Haaris M. Syed on his appointment by  Governor Gavin Newsom  to the Los Angeles County Superior Court.

A graduate of Loyola Law School, Judge Syed brings extensive legal experience and sound judicial judgment to his new role. He succeeds the retired Judge Keith H. Borjon.