Judge of Superior Court Georgia in Statewide, Georgia

2026 Primary Election

• Ralph Waldo Powell — Incumbent Judge of Georgia 2nd Superior Court District Tifton Circuit in GA

  Ralph Waldo Powell is a candidate seeking re-election as Judge of the Georgia 2nd Superior Court District Tifton Circuit in 2026. He currently serves as an officeholder for this position, having been appointed by Governor Brian Kemp on November 18, 2024. His present term is set to conclude at the end of 2028. Powell has also previously run for re-election as a judge for the Worth County State Court in Georgia in 2024. Specific policy positions or detailed biographical information from the candidate have not yet been made public.

• George Jason Souther — Juvenile Court Judge in GA

  George Jason Souther is seeking election as Superior Court Judge of the Conasauga Circuit in Georgia. He currently serves as the Conasauga Circuit Juvenile Court Judge for Murray and Whitfield County, a position he has held since 2019. Prior to this, he was an Associate Juvenile Court Judge, an Assistant District Attorney in Whitfield County, and an Associate Attorney with a law firm. A fifth-generation resident of Whitfield County, born and raised in Dawnville, Souther is married to Molly and they have three children: Finley, Nora, and Annie. He is running in the non-partisan general election scheduled for May 19, 2026, and is expected to take office as the race is uncontested.

• Tracey Diane Mason — Incumbent Judge, Gwinnett Superior Court in Lawrenceville, GA, GA

  Tracey Diane Mason is an incumbent Judge for the Gwinnett Superior Court in Georgia, a position she has held since 2019. She is seeking re-election for the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Gwinnett Circuit in the May 19, 2026, nonpartisan general election. Mason earned her law degree from Georgia State University College of Law, attending from 1992 to 1995. She has a son named Christopher and is married to Rebecca Sullivan.

• Joseph West Dent — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Joseph West Dent is an incumbent judge seeking re-election to the Superior Court in Georgia's Dougherty Judicial Circuit. Running in a nonpartisan race for the May 19, 2026 general election, he appears to be running unopposed, indicating he is set to take office. As of early 2026, detailed information regarding his legal experience, ethics, judicial administration, judicial philosophy, or community involvement is not widely available online. He has not provided responses to candidate surveys or established a campaign website, nor has he received endorsements from progressive organizations.

• Tracie H. Cason — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Lawrenceville, Georgia, GA

  Tracie H. Cason serves as a Superior Court Judge in Gwinnett County, presiding over Division 2. She was first elected in 2018 in a contested county-wide election and overwhelmingly re-elected in 2022. Before her judicial career, Cason was a career prosecutor with the Gwinnett District Attorney’s Office, focusing on the Special Victim’s Unit and participating in "Operation Spring Cleaning," a large-scale sting operation against sex trafficking. Her judicial philosophy centers on keeping the community safe, especially the vulnerable, and ensuring fair and impartial justice where all citizens are heard. She is running for re-election for Georgia's 9th Superior Court District Gwinnett Circuit in 2026.

• Angela Denise Duncan — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Lawrenceville, GA

  Angela Denise Duncan is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for Georgia's 9th Superior Court District Gwinnett Circuit, seeking re-election on May 19, 2026. Appointed to the bench by Governor Brian Kemp, she is noted as Gwinnett County's first openly gay Superior Court judge. Judge Duncan brings extensive experience, having served 15 years as a Gwinnett County Magistrate Court judge and as the current chief judge for Chamblee’s municipal court. An alumna of Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (1996) and the University of North Georgia, she also served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1987 to 1995. Duncan advocates finding passion in one's work and acknowledges her wife and children as integral to her success.

• Benjamin W Karpf — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Benjamin W. Karpf is a nonpartisan candidate seeking re-election to the Georgia 1st Superior Court District Eastern Judicial Circuit. He is currently an incumbent judge in this circuit and will appear on the general election ballot on May 19, 2026. Karpf has not yet completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey, so specific campaign themes or policy positions are not available from the provided information.

• Alicia Coogle Jones — Candidate for Judge of Superior Court Southwestern Judicial Circuit in GA

  Alicia Coogle Jones is a candidate running for election as Judge of the Georgia 3rd Superior Court District Southwestern Circuit in the 2026 general election, scheduled for May 19, 2026. She is running as a nonpartisan candidate and will appear on the ballot alongside Wesley Brian Beamon and Patrick Samuel Eidson. No further biographical information or specific policy positions are currently available from public sources, as she has not yet completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. She also does not currently have endorsements from any Democratic or progressive organizations.

• Patrick Samuel Eidson — Attorney in Leesburg, GA, GA

  Patrick Samuel Eidson is a veteran trial attorney running for Superior Court Judge of the Georgia 3rd Superior Court District Southwestern Circuit in 2026. With 30 years of experience since 1996, he has practiced law at every level of the Georgia judicial system, serving as both a Prosecutor and Defense Attorney in civil and criminal litigation. Recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer in Georgia (2025), Eidson emphasizes bringing unmatched courtroom authority, impartial justice, and deep-seated local roots to the bench. He is dedicated to ensuring every voice is heard and believes a judge should be a servant-leader guided by biblical principles of justice, mercy, and humility. The Eidsons are active members of Hope City United.

• Wesley Brian Beamon — Attorney and Judge in Americus, Georgia, GA

  Wesley Brian Beamon, 49, a native of Americus, Georgia, is a nonpartisan candidate for Superior Court Judge. He brings over 31 years of public service experience, including 6 years in the US Marine Corps, 30 years as a firefighter-paramedic, and 7 years as a practicing attorney. Beamon is the owner of Beamon Law, LLC, and currently serves as a Magistrate Court Judge for Schley County and Municipal Court Judge for Oglethorpe. A certified mediator, he emphasizes his ability to identify with parties and apply the law fairly. He aims to fill a Superior Court vacancy, campaigning on independence, transparency, and civility.

• Kelly Lee Ellerbe — Incumbent Judge of the Georgia 5th Superior Court District Atlanta Circuit in Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia, GA

  Kelly Lee Ellerbe is an incumbent Judge of the Georgia 5th Superior Court District Atlanta Circuit, first elected in 2010. She is seeking re-election for her current position in the general election on May 19, 2026, in what is described as an uncontested race. Ellerbe holds a B.A., B.B.A., and J.D. from the University of Georgia, including a bachelor's degree in management information systems. Prior to her judgeship, she worked as a private practice attorney, owning her own firm and serving as a partner at Womble, Carlyle, Sandridge, & Rice, specializing in business litigation. Her judicial philosophy centers on interpreting legal texts as they are written. She is married, resides in Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia, and is active in her local church.

• Ann Bethune Harris — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Marietta, GA

  Ann Bethune Harris currently serves as a judge on the Cobb County Superior Court. Her chambers are located at 70 Haynes Street in Marietta, Georgia. As a respected member of the judiciary, she is listed in directories for the Atlanta Bar Association and the Georgia Courts Directory. The State Bar of Georgia recognizes her as a lawyer practicing in the Cobb County Superior Court.

• Geronda V. Carter — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Jonesboro, GA, GA

  Judge Geronda V. Carter is seeking re-election as Judge of the Georgia 6th Superior Court District Clayton Judicial Circuit in 2026. An incumbent judge, she previously served as the presiding Magistrate Court Judge in 2005 and 2006, and was the first Black Superior Court Judge in Clayton County. Judge Carter graduated magna cum laude from Spelman College with a degree in Psychology and earned her juris doctorate from the University of Miami School of Law. She has received numerous community awards, including an NAACP Outstanding Achievement Award, and is a member of Woods Memorial Baptist Church and various legal and alumni associations. Her campaign emphasizes her track record, stating, 'SHE KEPT HER PROMISES. LET'S KEEP HER.'

• Utrophia Daniell Robinson — Attorney and Owner at Trophy Law Firm in Clayton County, GA

  Utrophia Daniell Robinson is a candidate for Judge of the Georgia 6th Superior Court District, Clayton Judicial Circuit, in 2026. She holds a bachelor's from Duke University and a law degree from the University of Georgia. A mother, Robinson owns and practices as an attorney at Trophy Law Firm, specializing in personal injury and defense. She previously served as a staff attorney to a superior court judge. Running to restore court confidence and ensure justice, she pledges fair, dignified, and respectful treatment for all. Her judicial philosophy supports constitutional protections, especially due process, and she commits to ruling with fairness, respecting both law and humanity.

• Philip Copeland Smith — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Cumming, GA, GA

  Philip Copeland Smith is an incumbent Judge of the Superior Court for the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Bell-Forsyth Circuit, seeking re-election in a nonpartisan primary on May 19, 2026. He is currently running unopposed. As a trial judge, Smith presides over a broad spectrum of civil and criminal cases, making crucial decisions that impact public safety through bail rulings, influence criminal justice outcomes, and determine property rights in disputes such as divorce, contracts, and land cases. His judicial office is situated in Cumming, Georgia.

• Mary Elizabeth Priest — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Ellijay, GA

  Mary Elizabeth Priest is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Appalachian Circuit, seeking re-election in the May 19, 2026, general election. Appointed to the bench in 2016 by Governor Nathan Deal, she currently serves as a chief superior court judge. A resident of Ellijay for 30 years, where she lives with her husband and two children, Priest earned a bachelor's degree from North Georgia College & State University and a law degree from Georgia State University College of Law. She previously worked as an associate attorney and now oversees criminal felonies, estates, evictions, and divorce cases. As an adopted child born into foster care, she advocates for foster and adopted children and initiated a high school mock trial team. She emphasizes efficiency, impartiality, fairness, and building community ties with the court system.

• Alice Elizabeth Benton — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Atlanta, GA

  Alice Elizabeth Benton is a lifelong Georgian who earned her law degree with honors from The University of Georgia in 1994, following her bachelor's at Vanderbilt. With a thirty-year legal career, she has served as a Senior Assistant District Attorney in Fulton County and led her own private family law firm. Appointed to the Fulton Superior Court bench by Governor Brian P. Kemp in December 2023, she officially took office in January 2024. Judge Benton is committed to integrity, fairness, and respect for the law. She is active in legal organizations like the State Bar of Georgia and the Atlanta Bar Association, and volunteers with St. Philip’s Cathedral and the Junior League of Atlanta. She campaigns on her experience, honesty, and fairness, driven by the voices of Fulton County citizens.

• Charles M Eaton Jr. — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Atlanta, GA

  Charles "Chuck" M. Eaton Jr. is a current Georgia Superior Court Judge for the Atlanta Circuit, a role he has held since 2021. He is seeking re-election to Seat 7 in the 2026 Georgia Primary. Previously, he served as a Public Service Commissioner for District 3 from 2007 to 2021. His professional background also includes real estate sales, an account executive role, and campaign management for U.S. Congressmen. Eaton holds a JD from Georgia State University (2012) and a Bachelor's in Accounting from the University of Alabama (1991). He approaches criminal justice and public safety decisions with empathy, humility, and humanity, advocating for equal access and the rule of law.

• Ben Joseph Miller Jr. — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in GA

  Ben Joseph Miller Jr. is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Griffin Judicial Circuit in Georgia, seeking re-election to the Georgia 6th Superior Court District Griffin Circuit in the 2026 general election. Appointed by Governor Brian Kemp, who praised his credentials and temperament, Miller has a distinguished legal career. He is an alumnus of the University of North Georgia and John Marshall Law School, and has previously served as an attorney, solicitor, and various judge roles in juvenile and municipal courts. Miller has expressed being humbled by his appointment and credits his education for instilling the self-discipline essential to his profession.

• Jeffrey Howard Kight — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Blackshear, GA, GA

  Jeffrey Howard Kight is an incumbent judge for the Georgia 1st Superior Court District Waycross District, seeking re-election in the general election on May 19, 2026. He was appointed to the Waycross Judicial Circuit in March 2012 by Governor Nathan Deal to fill a vacant seat. Prior to his judicial appointment, Kight served as the State Court solicitor in Coffee County and practiced law with the firm Cottingham & Porter. He earned both his B.B.A. and J.D. degrees from Mercer University. Kight previously ran for re-election unopposed in 2014, and has not yet completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey for the upcoming election.

• John Kendall Gross — Incumbent Judge in Metter, GA, GA

  John Kendall Gross is an incumbent judge currently serving Candler County, Georgia. He is running for election as judge of the Georgia 8th Superior Court District Middle Circuit. Gross is on the ballot for the general election, which is scheduled for May 19, 2026, where he will appear as a nonpartisan candidate. His judicial office is situated in Metter, Georgia.

• Nikia Lacole Smith Sellers — Assistant district attorney for the Fulton County District Attorney's Office in Atlanta, Georgia, GA

  Nikia Smith Sellers is running for Judge of the Georgia 5th Superior Court District Atlanta Circuit in 2026. An Atlanta native, she earned her bachelor's degree from Shaw University and her law degree from Penn State University's Dickinson Law School. She lives in Atlanta with her husband and four children. Her campaign, her first run for public office, emphasizes a "Higher Standard For Superior Court," highlighting her decade of experience in the Fulton County DA's Office where she helped establish the Competency Docket to improve court efficiency. She is described as disciplined, prepared, and principled, drawing on a legacy of civil rights activists in her family.

• Paige Reese Whitaker — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Atlanta, GA

  Paige Reese Whitaker serves as an Incumbent Judge of the Fulton County Superior Court in Georgia's 5th Superior Court District, Atlanta Circuit. Appointed in 2017, she previously held roles as Deputy Fulton County District Attorney, leading the largest Appeals Division, and as a Georgia Senior Assistant Attorney General. She earned her B.A. from the College of Charleston and J.D. from Duke University. Judge Whitaker presides over a wide range of felony criminal cases and civil suits. A prominent legal leader, she is President-Elect of the Council of Superior Court Judges. She was overwhelmingly re-elected in 2022 and is currently running for re-election in the May 19, 2026, general election.

• Pandora Elaine Palmer — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Atlanta, GA

  Pandora Elaine Palmer is an incumbent judge seeking re-election to the Georgia 6th Superior Court District Flint Circuit in the May 19, 2026 election. Running unopposed, she is set to take office. Originally from Fayette County, Palmer holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Georgia, a law degree from Georgia State University, and a master's degree in judicial studies from the University of Nevada, Reno. She is married to Keith and has two adult children. Actively involved in her community, Palmer contributes to organizations like Hands of Hope, the Henry County Kiwanis Club, Chamber of Commerce, and the Southern Regional Medical Center Foundation. No specific policy positions were publicly available.

• Don Wesley Thompson — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Summerville, GA

  Don Wesley Thompson is the incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit in Georgia, a position he has held since his appointment by Governor Nathan Deal in 2016 to fill a vacancy. Before his judicial appointment, he was a partner with the law firm Bruce & Thompson, LLC, located in Summerville. Thompson earned his bachelor's degree from Berry College and a law degree from Cumberland School of Law of Samford University. He and his wife, Erica, have one child and reside in Summerville. He is running for re-election for his judicial seat in the general election on May 19, 2026.

• Rosemary M. Greene — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Rosemary M. Greene is an incumbent judge for the Georgia 7th Superior Court District Cherokee Circuit, seeking re-election in the general election on May 19, 2026. She previously ran for re-election in 2022 for the same judicial position. Greene has a profile on the Brady List for the Cherokee Judicial Circuit Superior Court, which notes records such as official misconduct.

• M Anthony Baker — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Canton, GA, GA

  M. Anthony Baker, also known as "Tony" Baker, is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Blue Ridge Circuit. He is currently seeking re-election to this position in the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026. Judge Baker's official office is located in Canton, Georgia. While primarily identified as a Superior Court Judge, one source also references him as a juvenile court judge for Cherokee County. Information regarding his specific policy positions is not available at this time.

• Amanda Nichole Heath — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Augusta, GA

  Amanda Nichole Heath is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for Georgia's Augusta Judicial Circuit, overseeing civil, domestic, and felony criminal cases in Burke and Richmond counties. Appointed in 2021 and elected in 2022, she made history as the first African American woman elected to this court and is its youngest judge. Previously, she was a Juvenile Court Judge, focusing on youth accountability, family resource connections, and trauma-informed practices for at-risk youth. Heath's legal career also includes serving as an Assistant District Attorney and running her own law practice. She earned her bachelor's from Hampton University and her law degree from Mercer University. She is running for re-election in 2026.

• Richard Timothy Hamil — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Lawrenceville, GA, GA

  Richard Timothy Hamil is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Gwinnett Circuit in Georgia. He works at the Gwinnett Justice & Administration Center in Lawrenceville, GA. Hamil is seeking re-election for the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Gwinnett Circuit in the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026. No information regarding his specific policy positions or detailed background is available in the provided search results.

• Amy Elaine Smith — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Amy Elaine Smith is an incumbent officeholder for the Georgia 3rd Superior Court District Houston Circuit. She was appointed to the court by Governor Brian Kemp on November 18, 2024, and her current term is set to conclude on December 31, 2028. Smith is seeking re-election in the nonpartisan general election scheduled for May 19, 2026. As an active officeholder who assumed her role in late 2024, she is committed to continuing her service on the bench. She has not yet completed any public candidate surveys, so specific policy positions are not available.

• Eric Wayne Norris — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Athens, GA

  Eric Wayne Norris is an incumbent judge for the Georgia 10th Superior Court District Western Circuit. He is seeking re-election in the May 19, 2026 general election. Based in Athens, Georgia, Judge Norris presides over the court docket of the Treatment and Accountability Court, an initiative providing intensive supervision for individuals charged with non-violent criminal offenses linked to mental illness or disability. He has not yet publicly shared specific campaign themes for his upcoming election.

• Lisa Lott — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Watkinsville, GA

  Lisa Lott is an incumbent judge for the Georgia 10th Superior Court District Western Circuit. She was first elected to the bench in May 2018 for the Western Judicial Circuit Superior Court. Based in Watkinsville, Georgia, she regularly presides over criminal trial calendars. She is currently seeking re-election for her judicial seat in the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026.

• Maxine C. "cindy" Morris — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Maxine C. "Cindy" Morris is the incumbent Judge of the Georgia 7th Superior Court District Conasauga Circuit, seeking re-election in 2026 for her sixth term, having been first elected in 2002. A Mercer University law graduate, her legal career includes serving as an assistant district attorney and a civil attorney in private practice. As a superior court judge, she presides over criminal felonies, wills, estates, evictions, and divorce proceedings. Morris chaired the Supreme Court of Georgia's Commission on Dispute Resolution in 2020 and serves on the Board of Directors for the Northwest Georgia Family Crisis Center. Her campaign website and detailed policy positions were not available as of March 2026. Her re-election race is uncontested.

• Kevin Michael Farmer — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Atlanta, GA

  Kevin Michael Farmer is an incumbent judge serving the Georgia 5th Superior Court District Atlanta Circuit, a position he assumed in 2018. His current term is set to conclude at the end of 2026. Judge Farmer is seeking re-election for the same judicial role in the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026, running as a nonpartisan candidate. His court handles a wide array of civil and criminal cases, including critical decisions on bail, criminal justice matters, and property rights disputes. He is associated with the Superior Court of Fulton County. Judge Farmer pledges to uphold principles of independence, people-powered campaigns, anti-corruption, and civility in his public service.

• Sarah Griffie — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Winder, GA, GA

  Sarah Griffie is an incumbent judge for the Georgia 10th Superior Court District Piedmont Circuit, seeking re-election in 2026. Appointed to the Superior Court in 2024 by Gov. Brian Kemp, she previously served nearly two decades in the Piedmont Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office, rising to chief assistant district attorney. In that role, she handled thousands of cases, focusing on violent and sexual crimes involving women and children. She is a cum laude graduate of the University of Georgia School of Law and holds a magna cum laude bachelor’s degree from High Point University. Griffie is committed to fairness, accountability, and protecting the vulnerable. She and her husband, Andrew, have two daughters.

• Sonja N Brown — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court, Cobb Circuit in Marietta, GA, GA

  Sonja N. Brown is an incumbent nonpartisan Judge for the Georgia 7th Superior Court Cobb Circuit, running for re-election in 2026. Originally from Freeport, Bahamas, she earned degrees from Clark Atlanta University, Duke Divinity School, and Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School. Her judicial duties include presiding over criminal felonies, wills, estates, evictions, divorce proceedings, and reviewing lower court rulings. Judge Brown is actively involved in the community, participating in Covenant House's Sleep Out for youth homelessness and serving on the Tommy Nobis Center Board. She was recognized with the 2022 Georgia Legal Award for Best Mentor and is a past president of the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys. Her race for the 2026 election is currently uncontested.

• Latisha Dear Jackson — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Latisha Dear Jackson currently serves as a judge for the Georgia 4th Superior Court District DeKalb Judicial Circuit, having assumed office on January 1, 2025. She is seeking re-election for this position in the May 19, 2026, general election, running as a nonpartisan candidate. Jackson holds a bachelor's degree from Spelman College and a law degree from Georgia State University. Her professional background includes previous roles as a judge at DeKalb County Recorders Court and chief municipal court judge in the City of Lithonia, as well as a senior associate at Thomas Kennedy Sampson & Tompkins. She is involved in various bar associations and serves on the Access to Justice Committee of the Supreme Court of Georgia.

• David Lafayette Mincey Iii — Candidate for Judge of Superior Court in GA

  There is no information available in the provided search results about David Lafayette Mincey Iii. The results mention a David Lafayette Mincey Jr. who is an attorney in Roberta, Georgia, specializing in estate planning and probate, and a historical record of a David Henry Mincey. No details regarding the background, policy positions, or reasons for running for David Lafayette Mincey Iii are present.

• Courtney L. Johnson — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Decatur, GA

  Courtney L. Johnson is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the DeKalb Judicial Circuit in Georgia, where she presides over a wide range of civil and criminal cases. A graduate of Georgetown University and Emory University, she was admitted to the Georgia Bar in 2000. She previously worked as a prosecutor before being elected to the Superior Court in 2010. Known for her calm and confident demeanor, Judge Johnson is focused on the substance of the law. She is seeking re-election in 2026 for a nonpartisan four-year term, having previously won re-election without opposition in 2014.

• Ken Smith — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Macon, GA

  Ken Smith serves as a Superior Court Judge for the Macon Judicial Circuit, having been appointed by Governor Brian P. Kemp in January 2024. In this role, he presides over cases in Macon-Bibb, Crawford, and Peach Counties. Prior to his appointment, Smith was a trial lawyer and founding member of The Law Offices of Ken Smith, LLC from August 2015 to January 2024. His private practice focused on DUI defense, criminal defense (including firearms, drug, and conspiracy charges in federal and state courts), and personal injury. Smith, a native of the middle Georgia area, expresses gratitude for the opportunity to serve his community and pledges to apply the laws of Georgia fairly and without bias.

• Matthew Wayne Rollins — Incumbent Paulding Superior Court Judge in GA

  Matthew Wayne Rollins is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for Georgia's 7th Superior Court District, Paulding Circuit. He is seeking re-election in a nonpartisan general election on May 19, 2026. Prior to his current role, he was a candidate for Paulding County District Attorney in 2022. He has not yet completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey for the 2026 election, so his specific policy positions are not known.

• Robert D. Leonard Ii — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Marietta, GA, GA

  Robert D. Leonard II is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Cobb Judicial Circuit in Georgia, seeking re-election in the general election on May 19, 2026. He was initially appointed to the Superior Court by Governor Nathan Deal in November 2012, replacing George H. Kreeger. Before his time on the Superior Court bench, Judge Leonard maintained a private law practice in Marietta, Georgia. In December 2010, he was appointed Judge of the Cobb County State Court by Governor Sonny Perdue, a position he held until his subsequent Superior Court appointment. Judge Leonard earned both his undergraduate and J.D. degrees from the University of Kentucky. He previously ran for re-election in 2014 and won without opposition. As of now, his specific campaign themes and policy positions are not publicly detailed, as he has not yet completed a candidate survey.

• Cynthia C. Adams — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Douglasville, GA, GA

  Cynthia C. Adams is an incumbent judge seeking re-election to the Georgia 7th Superior Court District Douglas Circuit. She is scheduled to appear on the ballot for the nonpartisan general election on May 19, 2026. Her campaign is supported by "Citizens to Elect Judge Cynthia C. Adams" and lists a P.O. Box in Douglasville, Georgia. Details about her specific background or policy positions are not yet available through a candidate survey.

• Phillip Titus Raymond Iii — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Macon, GA

  Phillip Titus Raymond III is an incumbent judge seeking re-election for the Georgia 3rd Superior Court District Macon Circuit. He is on the ballot for the general election on May 19, 2026. Having served as a Superior Court Judge in the Macon Judicial Circuit for several years, his public contact information is associated with the Bibb County Courthouse in Macon. As of now, he has not completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey, so his specific campaign themes and policy positions are not publicly available through that platform.

• Barbara Alison Sosebee — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Barbara Alison Sosebee is an incumbent candidate seeking re-election as Judge of the Superior Court for the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Appalachian Circuit. She is currently running unopposed in the primary election scheduled for May 19, 2026, and is expected to take office after this election. As a Superior Court Judge, she presides over a broad spectrum of civil and criminal cases, making critical decisions that influence public safety through bail rulings, impact criminal justice by setting bail amounts, and determine property rights in disputes such as divorces, contracts, or land disagreements. She has not yet completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.

• Buck Levins — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Buck Levins is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Enotah Judicial Circuit in Georgia, appointed by Governor Brian Kemp in March 2020. He is seeking re-election in 2026, committed to providing fair, consistent justice and protecting the community with integrity and compassion. A "Double Dawg" from UGA, Levins previously served as a prosecutor. He believes judges should impartially follow the law and Constitution, and actively presides over Accountability Courts, including the North Enotah Drug Court and Parental Accountability Court, to help individuals rebuild stability and reunite families. He and his wife, Jaime, are raising their two children, Thomas and Caroline, in North Georgia.

• Kerry Banister Morris — Special Assistant Attorney General for the Division of Family and Children Services in Cleveland, GA, GA

  Kerry Banister Morris is running for Judge of the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Enotah Circuit. She holds degrees from North Georgia College and the University of Georgia School of Law, bringing extensive criminal and civil law experience. Morris served ten years as a Special Assistant Attorney General for Family and Children Services, and previously worked as a prosecutor, Assistant District Attorney for eight years, and in private practice. As a mother of three, she aims to ensure courtroom fairness, professionalism, and respect, apply law impartially, and support veterans' services. Her campaign pledges "Justice Without Favor or Fear," protecting the vulnerable, and delivering fair justice.

• Aaron Bradford Mason — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Aaron Bradford Mason is the incumbent judge for the Georgia 6th Superior Court District Clayton Judicial Circuit, seeking re-election in 2026. He was appointed to the State Court of Clayton County in 2010, becoming its first African American judge, and then to the Superior Court in 2016. Judge Mason manages a general jurisdiction docket and leads the Clayton County Felony Drug Court, a recognized model program emphasizing accountability, rehabilitation, and community impact. His judicial philosophy promotes courtroom efficiency, aiming to reduce backlogs and ensure timely hearings. He is committed to fairness, applying the law impartially and respectfully. Mason is deeply involved in the legal and civic community, serving as a mentor, past president of the Clayton County Bar Association, and is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church.

• Deitra Pleshette Burney-Butler — Lawyer in Jonesboro, GA, GA

  Deitra Pleshette Burney-Butler is a lawyer running for Judge of the Georgia 6th Superior Court District Clayton Judicial Circuit in the general election on May 19, 2026. She is challenging incumbent Aaron Bradford Mason for the nonpartisan position. Based in Jonesboro, Georgia, she holds a strong professional reputation, evidenced by her Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent, Distinguished, and Notable Ratings. She has also been recognized as an Avvo Top Contributor and Client Choice, and has received Client Champion awards. Burney-Butler provided information through Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey, highlighting her engagement with voters.

• Tammy M Stokes — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Savannah, GA

  Tammy M. Stokes is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for Chatham County, Georgia, seeking re-election to the Georgia 1st Superior Court District Eastern Judicial Circuit in 2026. A Savannah native, she earned her bachelor's and law degrees from the University of Georgia. With over two decades of judicial experience, including 18 years as a Chatham County Recorder’s Court Judge (10 as Chief Judge), Judge Stokes is dedicated to public service and fair justice. She presides over the Savannah-Chatham Mental Health Court, focusing on accountability, opportunity, and addressing community issues, and is actively involved in local boards.

• Connie Williford Marsh — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Connie Williford Marsh is an incumbent judge for the Georgia 3rd Superior Court District Macon Circuit, seeking re-election in the general election on May 19, 2026. She previously ran for re-election for the same position, appearing on the primary ballot on May 24, 2022. Information regarding her specific policy positions or detailed background is not publicly available through the provided sources, as she has not completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey for the upcoming election.

• Rhonda Bender Kreuziger — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in GA

  Rhonda Bender Kreuziger is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Griffin Judicial Circuit in Georgia, running for re-election in 2026. Appointed in 2021 by Governor Brian Kemp, she is the first female and African-American superior court judge in the circuit. Her prior roles include Associate Juvenile Court Judge and Chief Municipal Court Judge for Fayetteville, as well as an Assistant District Attorney, and running her own law practice. A 2002 graduate of Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, Kreuziger also serves on the State Bar of Georgia's board of governors and various committees for the Georgia Council of Superior Court Judges.

• Samir Patel — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Cartersville, GA, GA

  Samir Patel is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Georgia 7th Superior Court District Cherokee Circuit, seeking re-election in 2026. He was appointed to the Superior Court by Gov. Brian Kemp, becoming the first Superior Court Judge of South Asian descent in Georgia. Patel previously served as the first AAPI District Attorney in Georgia, appointed to the Cherokee Judicial Circuit in 2021. As a Superior Court Judge, he presides over a wide range of civil and criminal cases, including decisions on bail, criminal justice proceedings, and property rights. He is running unopposed in the general election on May 19, 2026.

• D. Scott Smith — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Cartersville, GA, GA

  D. Scott Smith is an incumbent judge of the Cherokee Circuit of Georgia's Superior Court. Appointed in 2005 by Governor Sonny Perdue, he has been re-elected unopposed multiple times, including in 2022, and is seeking re-election in the general election on May 19, 2026. His legal career began in private law as a junior partner at Akin and Tate before he served as a deputy district attorney in the Cherokee Judicial Circuit. He holds a bachelor of arts from West Georgia College and a J.D. from Georgia State University. Married to Alicia R. Smith, they have two daughters. He has also served as a designated judge for the Supreme Court of Georgia.

• Kay Ann King — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Rome, GA

  Kay Ann King is an incumbent judge for the Georgia 7th Superior Court District Rome Circuit. She maintains an office in Rome, Georgia, where she presides over Division Four of the Superior Court. Judge King is currently seeking re-election for her seat in the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026. No further biographical details or policy positions are available from the provided information.

• Jeffrey Scott Bagley — Incumbent Chief Superior Court Judge in Cumming, GA, GA

  Jeffrey Scott Bagley is an incumbent Chief Superior Court Judge for Georgia's Bell-Forsyth Judicial Circuit, seeking re-election as a nonpartisan candidate. Appointed to his current position in 2000 by Governor Roy Barnes, he was subsequently re-elected in 2018 and 2022, with his current term set to expire in 2026. Bagley holds a bachelor's degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a law degree from Emory University School of Law. In his judicial role, he presides over a range of complex cases, including criminal felonies, the administration of wills and estates, evictions, and divorce proceedings, and possesses the authority to review and correct lower court rulings. Prior to his judgeship, he was a partner at Boling, Rice, Bettis, Bagley & Martin, where he managed client relationships and provided legal counsel, and also served as vice chairman at Forsyth Bancshares. As of March 2026, specific details regarding his judicial philosophy, community involvement, or ethical statements have not been publicly provided.

• William F. Sparks — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Rome, GA

  William F. Sparks is an incumbent judge for the Georgia 7th Superior Court District Rome Circuit, running for re-election in the general election on May 19, 2026. He serves the Floyd County Superior Court as a nonpartisan candidate, having been appointed to the bench by former Governor Nathan Deal. Judge Sparks presides over various cases, with court calendars indicating his activity in both criminal and civil matters. He has not yet completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.

• Dustin Wayne Hightower — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Carrollton, GA

  Dustin Wayne Hightower is an incumbent Superior Court Judge in Georgia, seeking re-election to the Georgia 6th Superior Court District West Georgia Circuit in the May 19, 2026 general election. A Carrollton native, he graduated from the University of West Georgia and John Marshall Law School. Appointed by Gov. Nathan Deal, he previously served as a state representative, criminal defense attorney, and prosecutor. Judge Hightower is committed to serving his district with compassion and respect, and aims to establish a mental health court. He emphasizes empathy in his judicial approach, particularly in programs like Drug Court.

• Elise Hoyle — Attorney in Dahlonega, Georgia, GA

  Elise Hoyle is a candidate for Superior Court Judge in Georgia's Enotah Judicial Circuit, with the election on May 19, 2026. A law graduate, she has spent her entire legal career within the Enotah Circuit. Her diverse experience includes serving as an Assistant Public Defender, co-founding Hoyle Law Firm, and working as an Assistant District Attorney. This unique 360-degree perspective on the justice system, having 'seen every side' of the courtroom, underpins her campaign: 'Experience You Can Trust. Fairness You Can Count On.' She aims to bring fair, experienced leadership to Towns, Union, Lumpkin, and White counties. Hoyle resides in Dahlonega, Georgia.

• Jeremy Clough — Juvenile Court Judge in Cleveland, GA, GA

  Jeremy Clough is a candidate for Judge of the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Enotah Circuit in the upcoming 2026 election. He earned a bachelor's degree from Lee University and a law degree from Georgia State University. A married father of two, he attends his local church. Clough brings extensive experience to the bench, having served over ten years as a juvenile court judge and nearly 12 years as an assistant district attorney. He emphasizes his unique qualifications, proven record of fairness, impartiality, and efficiency, aiming to ensure swift and fair judgments, improve court efficiency, and avoid backlogs.

• Robert C Mcburney — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Atlanta, GA

  Robert C. McBurney is an incumbent judge of the Georgia 5th Superior Court District Atlanta Circuit, initially appointed by Governor Nathan Deal in February 2012. He is seeking re-election in the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026, for a term that is set to conclude on December 31, 2026. McBurney earned his undergraduate and law degrees from Harvard. Prior to his judicial appointment, he served as senior counsel for the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia and as the Fulton County Assistant District Attorney. He recently stepped down from the Judicial Qualifications Commission’s Hearing Panel and presided over a grand jury investigation concerning the 2020 presidential election in Georgia.

• Mark A Hendrix — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Hinesville, GA, GA

  Mark A. Hendrix is campaigning for re-election as Judge of the Georgia 1st Superior Court District Atlantic Circuit, a position he currently holds. He is unopposed in the upcoming 2026 election and is set to take office. Hendrix earned his law degree from Mercer University after completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Florida. As a superior court judge, he presides over a broad spectrum of cases including criminal felonies, wills and estates, evictions, and divorce proceedings, also reviewing rulings from lower courts. He resides with his wife, Paula, and their two children, and is a member of Compassion Christian Church. As of early 2026, specific details on his judicial philosophy or platform were not publicly available online.

• Natalie Fears Sundeen — Incumbent Municipal Court Judge and Attorney in Jackson, GA

  Natalie Fears Sundeen is a candidate for Superior Court Judge in Georgia’s Towaliga Judicial Circuit (Butts, Lamar, and Monroe counties). With over a decade of legal and judicial experience, she currently serves as Municipal Court Judge for Jackson and Jenkinsburg, and is a Partner at Vaughn Sundeen, P.C. Sundeen graduated from Mercer School of Law (cum laude) and the University of Georgia (honors). She pledges to uphold the rule of law with integrity, fairness, and respect, aiming to be an impartial voice who protects rights and holds violent criminals accountable. Her platform prioritizes conservative principles, law and order, personal responsibility, and constitutional adherence. A former president of the Towaliga Bar Association, Natalie lives in Jackson with her four children.

• Jason Jonathan Deal — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Gainesville, GA

  Jason Jonathan Deal is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Northeastern Judicial Circuit in Georgia. He is running for re-election in the general election for Georgia's 9th Superior Court District, Northeastern Circuit, scheduled for May 19, 2026. Judge Deal currently presides over the Alpha & Tango Tracks in Accountability Courts and is listed as a Judge for the Northeastern Circuit. He maintains offices associated with Hall and Dawson Counties, with an official mailing address in Gainesville, Georgia. Deal is running as a nonpartisan candidate. He has not yet completed a candidate survey detailing his policy positions.

• Lindsay Hunter Burton — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Gainesville, GA

  Lindsay H. Burton serves as a Superior Court Judge for the Northeastern Judicial Circuit in Georgia, having been elected in 2022 and taking office in 2023. She previously served as a Juvenile Court Judge for the same circuit, appointed in 2013 and later as Chief Judge. Before her judicial career, Judge Burton spent thirteen years as an Assistant District Attorney, rising to Chief Assistant District Attorney and trying over one hundred jury trials. She holds an undergraduate degree from Penn State University and a Juris Doctorate from Villanova University Law School. In 2023, Governor Brian Kemp appointed her to the State Commission on Family Violence. Judge Burton is married to Bonner and resides in Gainesville with their two sons.

• Alexia Davis Payne — Attorney in Augusta, GA, GA

  Alexia Davis Payne is an Augusta attorney seeking election as judge of the Georgia 10th Superior Court District Augusta Circuit in 2026. A Texas native, she earned her bachelor's from Baylor University and her law degree from Tulane University. Payne dedicated over a decade to public defense work, serving as lead counsel in more than 40 jury trials, which she states shaped her commitment to protecting rights and ensuring people are heard. Currently a partner at Davis, Chapman and Wilder, she practices criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and mediation. Payne emphasizes her broad legal experience and a perspective rooted in serving the community, which she believes is essential for the bench. She is active in civic organizations and previously served as Vice President for the Augusta Bar Association.

• Rebecca Ashley Wright — Incumbent Judge of the Georgia 10th Superior Court District Augusta Circuit in GA

  Rebecca Ashley Wright is an incumbent judge seeking re-election for the Georgia 10th Superior Court District Augusta Circuit. She is on the ballot for the nonpartisan general election, which is scheduled for May 19, 2026. Wright is running against Alexia Davis Payne. The provided information does not include details regarding her background or specific policy positions, as she has not completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.

• Gregory Alan Voyles — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Valdosta, GA

  Gregory Alan Voyles is an incumbent judge currently seeking re-election to the Georgia 2nd Superior Court District Southern Circuit. He will appear on the ballot for the general election on May 19, 2026. Judge Voyles currently serves as a Superior Court Judge within Georgia's Southern Judicial Circuit, where he presides over hearings in various superior courts, including Thomas County. His official office is located in Valdosta, Georgia, where he continues his commitment to the judiciary and public service.

• Richard Lowery Perryman Iii — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Richard Lowery Perryman III is an incumbent judge running for re-election to the Georgia 2nd Superior Court District Alapaha Circuit. He is a nonpartisan candidate on the ballot for the general election on May 19, 2026. A lawyer based in Georgia, he specializes in various areas of law, providing legal services to clients. As his race is currently uncontested, he is expected to take office. He has not yet provided further details on his biography, ethics, judicial administration, philosophy, or community involvement through candidate surveys.

• Catherine Mims Smith — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Thomasville, GA

  Catherine Mims Smith is an incumbent Superior Court Judge in Georgia, serving the 2nd Superior Court District Southern Circuit. She is seeking re-election in the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026. Judge Smith previously ran for the same judicial position in the primary election on May 24, 2022. She maintains an office in Thomasville, Georgia, as part of the Southern Judicial Circuit. While her official biography and specific policy positions are not detailed in available public surveys, her candidacy indicates a continued commitment to her role within the state's judicial system.

• Henry Lewis Balkcom Iv — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Georgetown, GA

  Henry Lewis Balkcom IV is seeking re-election as Superior Court Judge in Georgia's Pataula Judicial Circuit. A sixth-generation Quitman Countian, Balkcom graduated valedictorian from Lakeside School in 1989 and earned a civil engineering degree from Georgia Tech in 1994. After working in commercial construction, he attended Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law, graduating in the top of his class. He practiced construction law in Atlanta from 2000 to 2007 before moving his practice to Georgetown. Balkcom served as Probate Judge from 2012 until March 2018 when he resigned to run for Superior Court Judge. He is married to Claudia Powell Dixon and they have five children.

• James Linder Prine Ii — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  James Linder Prine II is seeking re-election as an incumbent judge for the Georgia 2nd Superior Court District Southern Circuit. He is on the ballot for the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026. Prine II is running in a nonpartisan race, continuing his service to the Southern Judicial Circuit. As of now, he has not provided details regarding his biography, policy positions, or specific campaign themes, having yet to complete candidate surveys. His campaign focuses on his current role as a sitting judge, aiming to continue his work on the bench for the Southern Judicial Circuit.

• Roger Bert Lane — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Roger Bert Lane is an incumbent judge seeking re-election to the Georgia 1st Superior Court District Brunswick Circuit. He is on the ballot for the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026. Specific details regarding his personal background or policy positions are not available, as he has not yet completed a candidate survey.

• Barry Abbott Fleming — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Evans, GA

  Barry Abbott Fleming is an incumbent Judge of the Superior Court in Georgia's Columbia Judicial Circuit, appointed January 10, 2024. He is running for re-election in 2026. A graduate of the University of Georgia for both his undergraduate and law degrees, Fleming previously served in the Georgia House of Representatives and as Chairman of the Columbia County Board of Commissioners. No specific policy positions are available, but his current role as a judge indicates his professional focus. His upcoming judicial race is currently listed as uncontested.

• J. Grady Blanchard — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Evans, GA, GA

  J. Grady Blanchard serves as a Judge of the Superior Court for the Georgia 10th Superior Court District Columbia County Circuit, having been appointed to his initial term on April 8, 2024. He is an alumnus of John Marshall Law School and Augusta State University. Prior to his current judicial role, Blanchard held several other public offices, including Chief Municipal Court Judge in Waynesboro and Louisville, Associate Magistrate Court Judge for Columbia County, and Associate Municipal Court Judge for Grovetown, Wrens, and Stapleton. He is currently seeking re-election in the nonpartisan general election scheduled for May 19, 2026.

• Bt Gutter Parker — Attorney in Grayson, GA

  BT Gutter Parker is a candidate for Superior Court Judge in Gwinnett County, Georgia, driven by a commitment to fairness and justice for all. A servant leader, mother, and longtime Gwinnett resident, she brings 30 years of legal experience across more than 20 areas of law, representing diverse clients including individuals, corporations, victims, and the State of Georgia. Parker believes the law is about people and families, advocating for second-chance programs to reduce non-violent offenses and aiming to bridge the gap between the community and the courtroom. Her approach emphasizes listening first, then acting.

• Ramona Toole — Deputy District Attorney in Lilburn, GA

  Ramona Toole is a nonpartisan candidate campaigning for Judge of Superior Court in Georgia, specifically for the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Gwinnett Circuit. She is on the ballot for the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026. Her campaign emphasizes making an impact within the judicial system. Professionally, Toole serves as a Deputy District Attorney at the Fulton County District Attorney's Office.

• Regina Jeanette Matthews — Judge in GA

  Judge Regina Matthews is a candidate for Superior Court of Gwinnett County, Division 1. With over 20 years of experience, she emphasizes fairness, integrity, and ensuring justice for all. She is dedicated to making courts accessible and equitable, treating every person in her courtroom with respect and providing fair hearings. Matthews is committed to thoughtful, community-centered leadership, applying the law with common sense, and actively engaging in initiatives that support justice and equality in the local community.

• William D Reinhardt Ii — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Tifton, GA

  William D. Reinhardt II is an incumbent judge seeking re-election to the Georgia 2nd Superior Court District Tifton Circuit in the nonpartisan general election on May 19, 2026. A distinguished legal professional, he practices Divorce and Family Law. Reinhardt earned his J.D., cum laude, from the University of Georgia in 1990, following a B.S.A. from the same university in 1986. He has been recognized by the Tifton Bar Association and the State Bar of Georgia. While he has not yet detailed specific policy positions for his current campaign, his background reflects a strong commitment to the legal field in Georgia.

• Benjamin David Coker — Incumbent Superior Court Judge of the Griffin Judicial Circuit in Thomaston, GA, GA

  Benjamin David Coker is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Griffin Judicial Circuit in Georgia, running for re-election in 2026. He has served as a Superior Court Judge since March 2020. Prior to this, he was the District Attorney for the Griffin Judicial Circuit from 2017 to 2020, and an Assistant District Attorney from 2005 to 2017. As an Assistant District Attorney, he prosecuted various cases, from misdemeanors to serious felonies like murder and drug trafficking. Admitted to the Georgia bar in 2003, Coker earned his law degree from Georgia State University. He was also appointed to the Coastal Marshland Protection/Shore Protection Committees. His re-election campaign signifies his dedication to continued judicial service.

• Dwight Jay Stewart — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Dwight Jay Stewart is a nonpartisan incumbent judge seeking re-election to the Georgia 1st Superior Court District Atlantic Circuit in 2026. He is currently unopposed in the election, scheduled for May 19, 2026, and is expected to take office. Stewart earned a Bachelor of Science in Adult Education from Georgia Southern College (now University) in 1986 and a Juris Doctor from Mercer Law School in May 1991. He was admitted to the Georgia Bar in 1991. Information regarding his specific legal experience, judicial philosophy, ethics, or community involvement is not publicly available as of early 2026.

• Carlton Henry Jones Iii — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Fairburn, Georgia, GA

  Carlton Henry Jones III is an incumbent judge running for re-election to the Georgia 9th Superior Court District Mountain Circuit in the general election on May 19, 2026. He also currently serves as the chief judge of the municipal court of Fairburn, Georgia. As of now, Jones has not completed a candidate survey, so his specific campaign themes or policy positions are not publicly known.

• Bambi Nichole Carswell — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Bambi Nichole Carswell serves as an incumbent Superior Court Judge in Georgia, currently presiding over the 9th Superior Court District Mountain Circuit, which includes Habersham County. She is seeking re-election as a nonpartisan candidate in the May 19, 2026 general election for this judicial position. Public records confirm her active role as Judge for the Superior Court of Habersham County, where she receives a county-authorized salary supplement, having succeeded Judge Chan Caudell. Details on her specific policy positions are not available.

• Tippi Cain Burch — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Columbus, Georgia, GA

  Tippi Cain Burch, also known as Carolyn “Tippi” Cain Burch, is a native of Columbus, Georgia, where she currently serves as a Superior Court Judge for the Chattahoochee Circuit. She is seeking re-election for this position in the 2026 general election. Burch has a bachelor's degree from Auburn University and a law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law. With twenty-three years of legal experience, she has worked in private practice and as an Assistant United States Attorney. She is active in the community, serving in the Clarke-Carley American Inn of Court and the Columbus American Inn of Court, and is the Secretary of the Columbus Bar Association. She is a wife, mother, and attends St. Paul United Methodist Church.

• Chaundra Denise Lewis — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in McDonough, GA

  Chaundra Denise Lewis is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for Georgia's 6th Superior Court District Flint Circuit, running for re-election in the May 2026 general election. She was appointed to the Flint Judicial Circuit by Governor Brian Kemp, having previously served as a Henry County State Court Judge. A community leader, Lewis is a graduate of Leadership Clayton, Henry, and Georgia, and an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and Jack and Jill of America, Inc. She holds a bachelor's degree from Spelman College and a law degree from the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphries School of Law. Lewis lives in McDonough with her husband and three daughters.

• Jesse Collins Stone — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in GA

  Jesse Collins Stone is an incumbent judge seeking re-election for the Georgia 10th Superior Court District Augusta Circuit in 2026. As a Superior Court Judge, Stone presides over a wide range of civil and criminal cases, playing a crucial role in the state's judicial system. His responsibilities include making decisions on bail, which impacts both public safety and criminal justice outcomes by determining whether individuals accused of crimes are released or remain in custody prior to conviction. Additionally, Stone handles cases involving property rights, such as the distribution of assets in divorce proceedings, contract disputes, and land disagreements. He is running unopposed for the position.

• Craig Laurence Schwall — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Atlanta, GA

  Craig L. Schwall is an incumbent judge for the Georgia 5th Superior Court District Atlanta Circuit, with his current term ending in December 2026. He is running for re-election in the May 19, 2026 general election. Appointed to the court in 2005 by Governor Sonny Perdue, Schwall's career includes serving as a judge on the Fulton County State Court (2003-2005) and as a magistrate judge with the Fulton County Magistrate Court. He also worked in private practice as a partner at Schwall & Schwall Attorneys at Law and an associate with Schwall & Ruff. He holds a bachelor's degree from Auburn University and a J.D. from Emory University School of Law.

• Janice Moore — Deputy District Attorney in Atlanta, GA

  Janice Moore is running for Judge of the Georgia 5th Superior Court District Atlanta Circuit. Born and raised in Grambling, Louisiana, Moore currently serves as a Deputy District Attorney in the Crimes Against Children Unit at the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office, prosecuting cases involving child abuse and homicide, with an emphasis on protecting vulnerable children. She previously spent ten years as a public defender, representing individuals with serious mental illnesses. Moore was appointed to the Fulton County Mental Health Task Force to help develop a comprehensive mental health court, reflecting her belief that justice must consider a person's full circumstances. She is committed to balanced leadership and pledges to run an independent, people-powered, anti-corruption, and civil campaign.

• Asha F. Jackson — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Decatur, GA

  Asha F. Jackson is an incumbent Judge for the Georgia 4th Superior Court District, DeKalb Judicial Circuit, appointed by Governor Nathan Deal in February 2012. Her current term is from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026, and she is running unopposed for re-election in the May 19, 2026, general election. Judge Jackson received her degrees from the University of Rochester and Tulane Law School. Prior to her judgeship, she was a partner at Barnes & Thornburg LLP, specializing in commercial and tort litigation, and served as a Pro Hac judge. She is also involved with various legal and community organizations.

• Tommy Joe Smith — Incumbent Judge of the Georgia 8th Superior Court District Middle Circuit in GA

  Tommy Joe Smith is seeking re-election as an incumbent judge for the Georgia 8th Superior Court District Middle Circuit. He is on the ballot for the general election, which is scheduled for May 19, 2026. While he is campaigning for his current judicial seat, detailed biographical information or specific policy positions have not been publicly shared through candidate surveys at this time. He serves the 8th Superior Court District Middle Circuit within the state of Georgia.

• Cheveda Delieth Mccamy — Incumbent Superior Court Judge in Covington, Georgia, GA

  Cheveda Delieth McCamy is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for Georgia's Alcovy Judicial Circuit, serving Newton and Walton counties. A Covington native, she earned degrees from the University of Georgia and Mercer University. With over two decades in law, her professional background includes roles as a prosecutor in Fulton, DeKalb, and Henry counties, as well as civil and private practice. Appointed to the bench in 2020, Judge McCamy is a recognized legal leader, receiving the 2024 State Bar of Georgia’s Thomas R. Burnside, Jr. Excellence in Bar Leadership Award. Actively involved in legal and community organizations, she is running for re-election.

• Clarence Cuthpert Jr. — Incumbent Rockdale County State Court Judge in GA

  Clarence Cuthpert Jr. is currently a Rockdale County State Court Judge, appointed in 2021. He previously served as Rockdale County Probate Judge, elected in 2016 and re-elected in 2020, following two decades as a practicing attorney in Georgia. Cuthpert holds degrees from Savannah State University, Georgia Southern University, and Nova Southeastern University. He is a member of several legal associations. His judicial philosophy emphasizes faithful application of the law, equal justice, and integrity, committed to a professional, fair, and constitutional court system. Cuthpert is running for Georgia Superior Court Judge, Rockdale Circuit, Seat 1, in the 2026 Primary Election.

• Nancy Nash Bills — Incumbent Chief Judge of Rockdale Superior Court in Conyers, GA

  Nancy Nash Bills serves as the Chief Judge of the Rockdale Superior Court, a position she's held since 2025. Appointed to the Superior Court in 2021 by Governor Kemp and re-elected in 2022, she previously served 16 years as a Rockdale State Court Judge, founding both DUI and Domestic Violence Courts, with the DUI Court being named a Model Court. Before her judgeships, she spent a decade in the Rockdale District Attorney's Office and five years in private practice. Bills graduated Cum Laude from the University of Georgia for both her undergraduate and law degrees. She is running for re-election in 2026 for the Georgia 4th Superior Court District Rockdale Circuit.

• Layla H. Zon — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Covington, GA, GA

  Layla H. Zon, 53, is an incumbent Superior Court Judge for the Alcovy Judicial Circuit in Georgia, which encompasses Newton and Walton counties. She was appointed to the bench by Governor Brian Kemp in May 2020 and took her oath of office at the State Capitol. Judge Zon is a nonpartisan candidate seeking re-election to the Georgia 10th Superior Court District Alcovy Circuit in the general election scheduled for May 19, 2026. She is affiliated with the Georgia Association for Women Lawyers.

• Jephson "jep" Bendinger — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Newnan, GA

  Jephson "Jep" Bendinger is an incumbent Judge of the Georgia 6th Superior Court District, Coweta Circuit. Appointed by Governor Brian P. Kemp to fill a vacancy, he previously served as Chief Assistant District Attorney for the Coweta Judicial Circuit since 2021, and held various prosecutor roles in Dekalb and Fulton counties, starting his legal career in civil practice. He earned his J.D. from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law after graduating from Auburn University. Bendinger, who resides in Newnan with his family, is seeking re-election, bringing extensive prosecutorial experience to the bench.

• Timothy R Walmsley — Incumbent Judge of Superior Court in Savannah, GA

  Timothy R. Walmsley serves as a Judge of the Superior Court for Georgia's Eastern Judicial Circuit, a role he was appointed to by Governor Nathan Deal in February 2012. He was subsequently elected to full terms in 2014, 2018, and 2022, and is now seeking re-election for the 2026 term. Walmsley earned his B.S., with honors, from Allegheny College and his J.D., with honors, from Tulane University School of Law. His professional background includes experience as an environmental consultant, counsel to the Chatham County Board of Tax Assessors, a part-time Judge in the Magistrate Court of Chatham County, and a partner specializing in commercial and real estate litigation.