Peter Boome is an enrolled member of the Upper Skagit Tribe. Judge Boome earned his associates degree from Northwest Indian College. He earned his bachelor of arts and MES from the Evergreen State College. Peter earned his juris doctorate from the University of Washington School of Law. As a student Judge Boome was part of the University of Washington public defense clinic. He served as the public defense attorney for the Healing to Wellness Court for five years at Tulalip. Judge Boome served as a public defense attorney for Muckleshoot. In his solo practice Judge Boome focuses on mediation, facilitation, alternative dispute resolution and Indian law. Judge Boome is also a college professor teaching a wide range of courses. In addition to these pursuits Judge Boome is an established Coast Salish artist with art in many collections around the world.