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Jason was born in Austell, Georgia and currently resides in Cobb County with his wife, Olivia, and their three children. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and a Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law.

Before becoming a superior court judge, Jason was a senior assistant district attorney with the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office and an Adjunct Professor at Emory School of Law. He has previously worked as a high school teacher at Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii, and as an elementary school teacher in Newark, New Jersey, through Teach for America.

Jason D. Marbutt has been a superior court judge for Cobb Judicial Circuit since his election in 2020. 

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Earned his Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law.

Is a superior court judge for Cobb Judicial Circuit. In this role, he presides over cases involving misdemeanors, contract disputes, premises liability, and various other actions.

Worked as a senior assistant district attorney with the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office. In this role, he performed legal work for criminal cases prosecuted by the District Attorney's Office and worked in a supervisory role with regard to case management, mentoring, and oversight for assistant district attorneys.

The candidate's website says, "Adjunct Professor, Emory University School of Law"

Worked as an Adjunct Professor at Emory University School of Law. 

Believes in expertise in white-collar crime and elder abuse, recognized by Georgia legislature, and awarded Cobb Assistant District Attorney of the Year in 2018 for protecting vulnerable populations.

Has expertise in white-collar crime and elder abuse, awarded Cobb Assistant District Attorney of the Year in 2018 for protecting vulnerable populations.

- Earned his Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law.
- Is a superior court judge for Cobb Judicial Circuit. In this role, he presides over cases involving misdemeanors, contract disputes, premises liability, and various other actions.
- Worked as a senior assistant district attorney with the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office. In this role, he performed legal work for criminal cases prosecuted by the District Attorney's Office and worked in a supervisory role with regard to case management, mentoring, and oversight for assistant district attorneys.
- Worked as an Adjunct Professor at Emory University School of Law. 
- Has expertise in white-collar crime and elder abuse, awarded Cobb Assistant District Attorney of the Year in 2018 for protecting vulnerable populations.

Legal Experience

As of April 23, 2024, Jason D. Marbutt’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Judicial Administration

Says "As a prosecutor, I’ve been in the arena of public service and have made the tough choices on how to best deliver justice for victims while also helping those who have made mistakes find redemption and lead lives of purpose. This experience and my commitment to the Constitution will allow me to serve on the bench fairly, firmly, and with fidelity to the rule of law.”

- Says "As a prosecutor, I’ve been in the arena of public service and have made the tough choices on how to best deliver justice for victims while also helping those who have made mistakes find redemption and lead lives of purpose. This experience and my commitment to the Constitution will allow me to serve on the bench fairly, firmly, and with fidelity to the rule of law.”

Judicial Philosophy

Has volunteered as a coach for the Walton High School Mock Trial Team, soccer team, softball team, and wrestling team.

Founded the Justice for Elderly and Disabled Individuals Multidisciplinary Team (J.E.D.I. MDT), a group effort of numerous agencies serving elderly and disabled individuals in Cobb County.

Is the Chairman of the Cobb Elder Abuse Task Force (CEATF).

- Has volunteered as a coach for the Walton High School Mock Trial Team, soccer team, softball team, and wrestling team.
- Founded the Justice for Elderly and Disabled Individuals Multidisciplinary Team (J.E.D.I. MDT), a group effort of numerous agencies serving elderly and disabled individuals in Cobb County.
- Is the Chairman of the Cobb Elder Abuse Task Force (CEATF).

Community Involvement

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Jason D. Marbutt

Jason D. Marbutt was born in Austell, GA and currently resides in Cobb County with his wife, Olivia, and their three children. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and a Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law.

Before becoming a Superior Court Judge, Jason D. Marbutt was a Senior Assistant District Attorney with the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office and an Adjunct Professor at Emory School of Law. He has previously worked as a high school teacher at Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii, and as an elementary school teacher in Newark, New Jersey, through Teach for America.

Jason D. Marbutt has been a Superior Court Judge for Cobb Judicial Circuit since his election in 2020. 

Is a Superior Court Judge for Cobb Judicial Circuit. In this role, he presides over cases involving misdemeanors, contract disputes, premises liability, and various other actions.

Worked as a Senior Assistant District Attorney with the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office. In this role, he performed legal work for criminal cases prosecuted by the District Attorney's Office and worked in a supervisory role with regard to case management, mentoring, and oversight for Assistant District Attorneys.

- Earned his Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law.
- Is a Superior Court Judge for Cobb Judicial Circuit. In this role, he presides over cases involving misdemeanors, contract disputes, premises liability, and various other actions.
- Worked as a Senior Assistant District Attorney with the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office. In this role, he performed legal work for criminal cases prosecuted by the District Attorney's Office and worked in a supervisory role with regard to case management, mentoring, and oversight for Assistant District Attorneys.
- Worked as an Adjunct Professor at Emory University School of Law. 
- Has expertise in white-collar crime and elder abuse, awarded Cobb Assistant District Attorney of the Year in 2018 for protecting vulnerable populations.

The candidate's website says, "Jason Marbutt will give a fair and impartial hearing to all who appear before him, respect the right of every citizen, treat everyone with dignity, and follow the law to secure justice in every case."

- Is the Chairman of the Cobb Elder Abuse Task Force (CEATF).
- Has volunteered as a coach for the Walton High School Mock Trial Team, soccer team, softball team, and wrestling team.

Jason D. Marbutt was born in Austell, GA and currently resides in Cobb County with his wife, Olivia, and their three children. He has a BA in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. There is no information provided about the church he attends.

Jason D. Marbutt is a Senior Assistant District Attorney with the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office and an Adjunct Professor at Emory School of Law. He has previously worked as a high school teacher at Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii, and as an elementary school teacher in Newark, New Jersey, through Teach for America.

As of May 3, 2024, Jason D. Marbutt’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports safeguarding the elderly and disabled through legal expertise, founding J.E.D.I. MDT in Cobb County, specializing in white collar, public integrity, and elder abuse cases, with a strong background in Georgia RICO law and legislative amendments.

The candidate's website says, "2018 Cobb County Assistant District Attorney of the Year"

Believes legal experience as a prosecutor balancing justice for victims and redemption for offenders equips them to judiciously uphold the Constitution and rule of law as a judge.

- 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. 