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Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas - General Division

Salary: $121,350 Term: 6 yrs Responsibilities: To preside at trials of both civil and criminal cases; to supervise the jury commission, grand jury, and other departments of the court.

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    Bernard Mundy
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    Virginia Tallent
    (Dem)

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Campaign Website http://tallentforjudge.com
Occupation Assistant City Manager, City of Cincinnati
Education University of Cincinnati College of Law, J.D. 2009, Cum Laude; University of Missouri-Columbia, B.A. Political Science 2005, Summa Cum Laude
Experience Assistant City Manager, City of Cincinnati (Present); Human Services Director, City of Cincinnati (2020-2022); Senior Assistant City Solicitor, City of Cincinnati (2018-2020); Supervising Attorney, Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati (2009-2018). I am an experienced community leader, litigator, and administrator, with passion for creating solutions to complex problems. I have a track record of achieving results for citizens impacted by housing and health crises through litigation and policy strategies. My diverse work experience has equipped me with the skills, knowledge, and dedication necessary to serve effectively as a judge on the Court of Common Pleas.
Endorsements Hamilton County Democratic Party
Affiliations Bar Admissions: State of Ohio (2009), U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio (2010), Cincinnati Bar Association – Member, ICMA High Performance Leadership Master Certificate (2023); ICMA - Member; Cincinnati Academy of Leadership for Lawyers, Graduate (Class of 2019); Welcome House of Northern Kentucky, Member, Board of Directors (2016 – 2020); Community Based Mentor, Covington City Schools (2007 – 2018); Queen City Running Club, Member (2011 – present)
Political Philosophy Equal justice, fairness, and efficiency in our courthouse.
Political Party Affiliation Democrat
My 15+ years of diverse public service and work experience as a litigator, administrator, and community leader has equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to serve effectively as a judge on the Court of Common Pleas.
1. Fostering fairness and efficiency within the court. Equal justice for all is paramount, and I will work to streamline case management processes to ensure timely case resolution. 2. Supporting the modernization of our court and embracing innovation. I will collaborate with stakeholders to work to make our court more responsive and transparent. (3) Finally, trust and integrity are foundational to a robust judicial system. Everyone must be treated with dignity and respect at our courthouse.