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Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas - General Division - Term beginning 2/12/2027

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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    Wende C. Cross
    (Dem)

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Campaign Website http://wendecross4judge.com
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/wendecrossforjudge
Twitter @CrossWende
Occupation Judge, Hamilton County Common Pleas Court
Education Juris Doctor, Salmon P. Chase College of Law; Bachelor of Arts, Miami University
Experience Judge on Common Pleas Court since 2021. Served as Magiatrate for Common Pleas Court Juvenile Division from 2012-2021. Former Assistant United States Attorney for Southern District of Ohio and Eastern district of Kentucky. Civil and criminal Litigation practitioner. Adjunct Professor Salmon P. Chase College of Law.
Endorsements Hamilton County Democratic Party
Affiliations Ohio Judicial College, Ohio Black Judges Association, Cincinnati Bar Association, Ohio Common Pleas Judges Association, NAACP, Mount St. Joseph University Board member, Seton High School Board member, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Political Philosophy I believe in the rule of law, and that every person who stands before a court should feel seen, heard, and respected.
Political Party Affiliation Democrat
I have served as a jurist since 2012, both as a Judge and Magistrate for the Common Pleas Court. I am competent, compassionate and committed to the work of Justice. I have a proven record of working to eliminate disparities and build public trust.
1. Enhance public trust in our justice system. 2. Increase efficiency by resolving disputes without unnecessary delay and costs. 3. Improve the culture of the court system by treating everyone with dignity and respect.
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