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The candidate's website says, "Judge Victoria M. Johnson’s career is truly impressive and spans various sectors, showcasing her commitment to both law and community service. The Honorable Judge Victoria M. Johnson was appointed by Judge John Stephenson to serve Magistrate Court in 2018."

Believes justice must be a tangible reality, not just an ideal; touts unique qualifications from Magistrate, State, and Superior Court roles, emphasizing firsthand insights into the legal system's effects and the importance of a fair judiciary.

The candidate's website says, "Judge Johnson was selected to attend a prestigious training at the National Computer Forensic Institute."

Believes in fair, equal, and integral justice, with 15 years in law, including 10 advocating for rights and 5 as a Magistrate Judge in Dougherty County, now seeking a Superior Court position.

Has 15 years of legal experience overall, with 10 of those years spent advocating for the rights and well-being of individuals and communities, and 5 working as a Magistrate Judge in Dougherty County.

Believes in leveraging diverse legal experience, including roles as jurist, prosecutor, and educator, to serve the community, evidenced by her multifaceted career and dedication to law and public service.

Believes in leveraging diverse legal experience, including roles as jurist, prosecutor, and educator, to serve the community.

Said, "My journey in the legal profession has been defined by a steadfast commitment to justice, fairness, and the unwavering belief that the law is a cornerstone of our society."

- Has 15 years of legal experience overall, with 10 of those years spent advocating for the rights and well-being of individuals and communities, and 5 working as a Magistrate Judge in Dougherty County.
- Believes in leveraging diverse legal experience, including roles as jurist, prosecutor, and educator, to serve the community.
- Said, "My journey in the legal profession has been defined by a steadfast commitment to justice, fairness, and the unwavering belief that the law is a cornerstone of our society."

Legal Experience

As of June 7, 2024, Victoria Matu Johnson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Said, "My candidacy is not just about securing a position; it’s about serving the community with integrity, wisdom, and a deep sense of responsibility... I stand ready to bring my judicial experience, legal experience on complex legal matters... to this honorable role, ensuring that the principles of equality and fairness prevail in every case brought before the court."

- Said, "My candidacy is not just about securing a position; it’s about serving the community with integrity, wisdom, and a deep sense of responsibility... I stand ready to bring my judicial experience, legal experience on complex legal matters... to this honorable role, ensuring that the principles of equality and fairness prevail in every case brought before the court."

Judicial Administration

Believes in a transparent, accountable judiciary, upholding core legal values, listening to all voices, applying law fairly, and ensuring equitable treatment for all in court, regardless of identity or representation.

- Believes in a transparent, accountable judiciary, upholding core legal values, listening to all voices, applying law fairly, and ensuring equitable treatment for all in court, regardless of identity or representation.

Judicial Philosophy

Said, "“I will be there in the community with you”"

Said, "Your Contribution Matters: ... I rely on your support to make this vision a reality. ... enabling us to engage with the community, and uphold the principles of justice."

The candidate's website says, "Overall, Judge Victoria M. Johnson’s multifaceted career and extensive involvement in community service showcase a remarkable commitment to both the legal profession and bettering the lives of those around her."

Supports community engagement through her 15+ years of varied service at Mt. Zion Baptist Church and honors civil rights heritage by singing with the Albany Civil Rights Museum Freedom Singers.

Believes in community leadership through service, evidenced by her roles in local legal, educational, and violence prevention organizations, and her active participation in civic groups like the Rotary Club and Junior League.

Believes in community leadership through service, and participates in local legal, educational, and violence prevention organizations, as well as civic groups like the Rotary Club and Junior League.

Believes in community engagement, evidenced by awards for professional dedication and service, including recognition from the Southwest Georgia 40 under 40 and the Dougherty Circuit Bar Association, and participation in Leadership Albany.

Received awards for professional dedication and service, including recognition from the Southwest Georgia 40 under 40 and the Dougherty Circuit Bar Association, and participation in Leadership Albany.

- Believes in community leadership through service, and participates in local legal, educational, and violence prevention organizations, as well as civic groups like the Rotary Club and Junior League.
- Received awards for professional dedication and service, including recognition from the Southwest Georgia 40 under 40 and the Dougherty Circuit Bar Association, and participation in Leadership Albany.

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Has experience in divorce law, family Law, notary, legal consulting, personal injury law, wills planning law, and property law with a primary practice in auto accidents, family law (adoption, divorce, custody, and child support), real estate and wills and estates.

- Has experience in divorce law, family Law, notary, legal consulting, personal injury law, wills planning law, and property law with a primary practice in auto accidents, family law (adoption, divorce, custody, and child support), real estate and wills and estates.

Included meditation services with her legal practice.

Offers a ClientCredit financing option for fees within her own practice "to ease the financial burden that legal fees can bring."

- Included meditation services with her legal practice.
- Offers a ClientCredit financing option for fees within her own practice "to ease the financial burden that legal fees can bring."

Said, "Southwest Georgia is underserved legally and in desperate need of attorneys."

- Said, "Southwest Georgia is underserved legally and in desperate need of attorneys."

As of June 7, 2024, Valerie Brown-Williams did not have a website or any information online.

Said, "For me, the practice of law has always been about service."

- Said, "For me, the practice of law has always been about service."

Valerie Brown-Williams

- 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. 