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Brian was born in Lynchburg, VA. He earned a bachelor's degree in rhetoric and communication studies from the University of Virginia, a master's degree in communication studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and a law degree from the North Carolina Central University School of Law.

Brian worked as a deputy county attorney for Guilford County prior to his appointment at district court judge. He also worked as a partner for Higgins Benjamin Eagles and Adams, LLC and private practice attorney. He has experience teaching as an adjunct professor.

Brian Tomlin currently serves as a district court judge in Judicial District 24. He was appointed in 2019 and re-elected in 2020, having served one full term. He previously ran for the district court in 2012, but did not win.

Judge Profile: Judge Brian Tomlin

As a partner and private practice attorney, worked on cases including criminal law, family law, and bankruptcy.

As deputy county attorney, represented agencies including Child Support Enforcement, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the County Health Department.

- As a partner and private practice attorney, worked on cases including criminal law, family law, and bankruptcy.
- As deputy county attorney, represented agencies including Child Support Enforcement, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the County Health Department.

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As of June 14, 2024, Brian Tomlin did not have a website or any information online.

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Said, "When I look out over a courtroom, I see facts and law, right and wrong, as I should. However, I see something more. I see human beings whose lives can be affected by what happens in that courtroom. I see their struggles and difficulties. I see my responsibility to them: That they are treated fairly, with dignity, and that their voices are heard."

- Said, "When I look out over a courtroom, I see facts and law, right and wrong, as I should. However, I see something more. I see human beings whose lives can be affected by what happens in that courtroom. I see their struggles and difficulties. I see my responsibility to them: That they are treated fairly, with dignity, and that their voices are heard."

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Brian Tomlin

Brian was born in Lynchburg, Virginia. He earned a bachelor's degree in rhetoric and communication studies from the University of Virginia, a master's degree in communication studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and a law degree from the North Carolina Central University School of Law.

Brian Tomlin currently serves as district court judge in Judicial District 24. He was appointed in 2019 and re-elected in 2020, having served one full term. He previously ran for the district court in 2012, but did not win.

As of June 14, 2024, Brian Tomlin did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

- 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. 