Ballotpedia: Renee Jordan

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Renee is originally from Barker, NY. She earned her bachelor's degree in Spanish and international relations from Canisius College and her law degree from Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. Renee currently resides in Raleigh.

Renee is the owner of the Law Office of Renee S. Jordan and was previously an attorney at Mahlum Law Office, PC and Anderson & Associates Attorneys, PLLC.

Renee Jordan's campaign for district court J=judge is her first run for public office.

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Believes extensive legal experience, including 18 years as a criminal defense attorney, is crucial for effective public service. Highlights specialization in representing indigent clients and leadership roles in the Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial Lawyers.

Specialized in representing indigent clients and had leadership roles in the Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial Lawyers.

Believes that 18 years of courtroom practice provide "invaluable insights to the bench."

- Specialized in representing indigent clients and had leadership roles in the Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial Lawyers.
- Has 18 years of courtroom experience.

Legal Experience

Believes in respecting every individual in a courtroom with compassion and dignity.

- Believes in respecting every individual in a courtroom with compassion and dignity.

Ethics & Conduct

Believes in prioritizing timely and efficient court proceedings to respect all parties involved.

The candidate's website says, "The Ability to Listen: Recognizing the importance of actively listening to everyone who appears before the court in the often daunting courtroom."

Advocates for actively listening to everyone who appears in the often intimidating courtroom.

- Believes in prioritizing timely and efficient court proceedings to respect all parties involved.
- Advocates for actively listening to everyone who appears in the often intimidating courtroom.

Judicial Administration

Supports alternative sentencing and bond reform.

- Supports alternative sentencing and bond reform.

Judicial Philosophy

Supports community involvement through volunteer work, holiday drives for the less privileged, and fundraising for the Saint Baldrick’s Foundation.

- Supports community involvement through volunteer work, holiday drives for the less privileged, and fundraising for the Saint Baldrick’s Foundation.

Community Involvement

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Renee Jordan

Renee Jordan is originally from Barker, New York. She earned her bachelor's degree in spanish and international relations from Canisius College and her law degree from Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. Renee currently resides in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Renee Jordan's campaign for District Court Judge is her first run for public office.

Believes in ethical conduct by making contributions with a personal credit card, not a corporate or business card.

The candidate's website says, "Dignity: It is important to respect each and every person that appears in a judge’s courtroom, d"

Believes in "efficient and fair court proceedings" through effective case management and reducing backlog. Supports improved court administration to ensure timely justice.

Believes in the importance of community involvement and encourages volunteer work for her campaign.

Believes in the importance of volunteer work and appreciates those who contribute despite their busy lives.

Renee Jordan was raised in Barker, New York, and now resides in Raleigh, North Carolina. She graduated from Canisius College in 2000 with a dual degree in Spanish and International Relations and later from Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law in 2005. Renee is the daughter of William, a retired truck driver and photographer, and Karen, an office manager for a dentist. Information about her church attendance or family life beyond her parents is not provided.

As of July 8, 2024, Renee Jordan’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- District Court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases. Civil cases dealing with divorce, child custody, and child support are heard in District Court. 
- Under the District Court, the magistrate can try small claims cases ($10,000 or less), landlord eviction cases, and suits for recovery of personal property. A magistrate is an independent judicial officer, recognized by the North Carolina Constitution as an officer of the district court. 
- District Court Judges are elected for a four-year term. Elections are partisan. 