LEAD for Justice
Are you a judicial candidate or interested in running to be a judge in the future?
Apply now to our free virtual LEAD for Justice training!
LEAD for Justice is a candidate recruitment and training program focused on offering judicial candidates (and those who are interested in running in the future) mentorship and training on how to navigate the judicial appointment process and how to run a successful judicial campaign.
If you have any questions or are interested in partnering with us, please contact our Judicial Director, Tara West.
LEAD for Justice
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Launched in 2022
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Total Trained: 56
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Total Candidates: 18
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Judges Elected: 8
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Judges Appointed: 4
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Women Trained: 71%
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BIPOC Trained: 55%
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LEAD for Justice ⋆ Launched in 2022 ⋆ Total Trained: 56 ⋆ Total Candidates: 18 ⋆ Judges Elected: 8 ⋆ Judges Appointed: 4 ⋆ Women Trained: 71% ⋆ BIPOC Trained: 55% ⋆
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What Judicial Candidates are Saying About LEAD for Justice
“LEAD for Justice has given me additional confidence in many areas of my campaign, including campaign finance, compliance and the nuances involved in running a judicial campaign. The team is always accessible to you and willing to provide helpful resources to ensure you are a success. I could not have asked for a better training experience leading up to my first campaign cycle as a candidate.”
— Charise Anderson, 2022 Candidate, 3rd Circuit Court (Wayne County)
“I am running for judge to make a difference in the lives of the members of our community. The LEAD for Justice training taught me how to successfully run a judicial campaign that shows my commitment to justice and compassion while complying with all of the requirements for Michigan judicial elections. The LEAD for Justice trainings were extremely beneficial.”
— Brandon Davis, 2022 Candidate, 14th Circuit Court (Muskegon County)
“Before the Lead for Justice Training, I did not realize how little I knew about running for Judge in Michigan. This training made me aware of rules I was unaware of pertaining to campaign finance, judicial canons, endorsements and much more. I am in a much better position in my campaign having taken this training and I am so appreciative to Lead for offering it.”