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Brad is from North Carolina. He holds a bachelor's degree in political science and philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and both a master's degree in philosophy and a law degree from Georgia State University. He lives in Lincoln County with his wife and their daughter. He is Christian. 

Brad previously worked as an associate with the law firm of Knox, Brotherton, Knox & Godfrey, J. Brad Champion. 

J. Brad Champion currently serves as a district court judge in District 27B. He was elected to this position in 2020 and is serving his first term. 

As an associate at the law firm of Knox, Brotherton, Knox & Godfrey,  Brad researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in family law and criminal matters.

- As an associate at the law firm of Knox, Brotherton, Knox & Godfrey,  Brad researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in family law and criminal matters.

Legal Experience

As of June 14, 2024, J. Brad Champion’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

- Plans to be "tough on crime" as a judge.

Judicial Administration

- Opposes access to abortion.
- Opposes gun control.

Judicial Philosophy

Member of the  North Carolina Advocates for Justice.

- Member of the  North Carolina Advocates for Justice.

Community Involvement

J. Brad Champion

- 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. 