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Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas - General Division - Term beginning 2/11/2027

Salary: $160,975Term: 6 yrsResponsibilities: To preside at trials of both civil and criminal cases; to supervise the jury commission, grand jury, and other departments of the court.For more information on judicial candidates visit: JudicialVotesCount.org

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    Robert A. Goering
    (Rep)

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Twitter @@GoeringRob
Occupation Judge Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas
Education Chase College of Law, Highland Heights, KY Degree: J.D.-May 1986 Denison University, Granville, OH Degree: B.A.-May 1982-Cum Laude Mariemont High School, Cincinnati, OH Diploma: 1978-Class Rank: Third
Experience I have served as Judge for the last 6 years insuring our neighborhoods are safe.
Endorsements Hamilton County voters 11/3/2020
Affiliations Dan Beard Council BSA, Cincinnati Squash Racquets Association- President, Eagle Scout
Political Philosophy I treat all parties with dignity and respect. I ensure that all litigants "get your day in court".
Political Party Affiliation Hamilton County Republican Party
From 1991 to 2020, I was elected Pres. of the Hamilton County Board of Revision, Pres. of the Hamilton County Investment Advisory Committee and Pres. of the Hamilton County Budget Commission. I bring a wealth of experience to my current judgeship.
My legal experience makes me uniquely qualified to be a Judge. My first priority is the continue to bring this experience to the bench. I have served as counsel for many individuals and businesses and I will continue to ensure that everyone gets there day in court. Secondly I believe that Timeliness is critical to both criminal and civil cases. Finally as an Adjunct Professor, I will continue sharing knowledge and practical lessons to future lawyers in our great community.