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Gill earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Georgia and his law degree from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law. He and his wife attend Central United Methodist Church in Fitzgerald.

Gill is a partner at Jay, Sherrell, Smith, Braddy & Cook, P.C. and co-owns Southern Express Lube, Inc., which operates Shell Rapid Lube locations in Cordele, Americus, Sylvester, and Moultrie. 

Gill Braddy's campaign for Superior Court judge is his first entry into politics.

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Said, "The combination of being a practicing attorney for almost 30 years ... gives me a practical insight that will help guide me as a judge."

Believes in a justice system's profound effect on lives, with 29 years practicing law, handling criminal, civil, adoption, business litigation, and election law, demonstrating a commitment to integrity and empathy.

Supports electing Gill Braddy for superior court judge, emphasizing her 29 years of legal experience and commitment to impartiality and efficiency.

Believes Gill Braddy's extensive legal experience, education, and career ensure firm, fair, and common-sense application of the law, instilling confidence in the Cordele judicial circuit for just decisions.

The candidate's website says, "Mercer University: Walter F. George School of Law – JD – 1994"

Earned his law degree from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law.

Is a partner at Jay, Sherrell, Smith, Braddy & Cook, P.C.

- Earned his law degree from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law.
- Is a partner at Jay, Sherrell, Smith, Braddy & Cook, P.C.

Legal Experience

As of March 19, 2024, Gill Braddy’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Believes the superior court holds jurisdiction over serious crimes, primarily managing major felonies, divorce, land titles, and jury trials, including capital cases, with judges empowered to impose sentences ranging from short-term to life imprisonment.

Plans to enhance court efficiency and accessibility, ensuring timely, fair case resolutions to uphold trust in the legal system, with a commitment to fairness, transparency, and impartiality, advocating for justice irrespective of race, gender, or economic status.

- Plans to enhance court efficiency and accessibility, ensuring timely, fair case resolutions to uphold trust in the legal system, with a commitment to fairness, transparency, and impartiality, advocating for justice irrespective of race, gender, or economic status.

Judicial Administration

Said, "People from all walks of life can count on me to have an unwavering dedication to fairness, transparency, and impartiality."

- Said, "People from all walks of life can count on me to have an unwavering dedication to fairness, transparency, and impartiality."

Judicial Philosophy

Said, "“I bring a deep commitment to justice and a strong sense of duty to south Georgia.”"

The candidate's website says, "Ben Hill County Revolving Loan Fund Committee: Former member"

The candidate's website says, "Lifelong member of Central United Methodist Church, Fitzgerald, Ga"

Is a lifelong member of Central United Methodist Church in Fitzgerald, GA

The candidate's website says, "Fitzgerald Recreation Department: Volunteer coach basketball, football, baseball"

Works as a volunteer coach of basketball, football, and baseball for the Fitzgerald Recreation Department. 

The candidate's website says, "Dorminy Medical Center Foundation: Board of Directors 2017 - present"

On the Board of Directors for Dorminy Medical Center Foundation.

The candidate's website says, "Fitzgerald High School Women’s Basketball Booster Club: Treasurer, 2018 - present"

Serves on the Fitzgerald High School Women’s Basketball Booster Club as the Treasurer.

The candidate's website says, "Fitzgerald Downtown Development Authority: Former member, former chairman"

Was a member and chairman for the Fitzgerald Downtown Development Authority.

- Works as a volunteer coach of basketball, football, and baseball for the Fitzgerald Recreation Department. 
- On the Board of Directors for Dorminy Medical Center Foundation.
- Serves on the Fitzgerald High School Women’s Basketball Booster Club as the Treasurer.
- Was a member and chairman for the Fitzgerald Downtown Development Authority.

Community Involvement

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Gill Braddy

Gill Braddy earned a Bachelor of Business Administration Cum Laude from the University of Georgia and his Juris Doctor from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law. He and his wife, Shaw, attend Central United Methodist Church in Fitzgerald, GA. 

Gill Braddy is a Partner at Jay, Sherrell, Smith, Braddy & Cook, P.C. and co-owns Southern Express Lube, Inc., which operates Shell Rapid Lube locations in Cordele, Americus, Sylvester, and Moultrie. 

Gill Braddy has never ran for or held public office. 

Earned his Juris Doctor from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law.

- Earned his Juris Doctor from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law.
- Is a partner at Jay, Sherrell, Smith, Braddy & Cook, P.C.

Works as a Volunteer coach of  basketball, football, and baseball for the Fitzgerald Recreation Department. 

- Works as a Volunteer coach of  basketball, football, and baseball for the Fitzgerald Recreation Department. 
- On the Board of Directors for Dorminy Medical Center Foundation.
- Serves on the Fitzgerald High School Women’s Basketball Booster Club as the Treasurer.
- Was a member and chairman for the Fitzgerald Downtown Development Authority.

Gill Braddy is a life-long resident of south Georgia who attended public school in Fitzgerald, graduating with honors in 1986. They earned a BBA Cum Laude from the University of Georgia in 1990. Gill is also a co-owner of a small business, Southern Express Lube, Inc. d/b/a Shell Rapid Lube, with locations in Cordele, Americus, Sylvester, and Moultrie. Information about their church attendance or family life is not provided.

Gill Braddy is an attorney and a small business owner, co-owning Southern Express Lube, Inc., which operates Shell Rapid Lube locations in Cordele, Americus, Sylvester, and Moultrie. They have also served on a Finance Committee and were a former member of an Administrative Council.

As of April 3, 2024, Gill Braddy’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- Georgia Superior Court Judges hear a wide range of criminal cases from petty theft and public drunkenness to murder. Some cases in front of the Georgia Superior Court involve the death penalty. 
- On the civil side, Superior Court Judges hear cases on divorce, titles to land, contract disputes, and premises liability. 
- Superior Court Judges are elected by judicial circuit. Each county surrounding Atlanta has its own judicial circuit, while rural judicial districts typically consist of multiple counties.
- Superior Court Judges are elected to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. The Governor can appoint Superior Court Judges when vacancies arise. 