MILWAUKEE — More than two dozen more judges from across Wisconsin today announced their endorsement of Judge Nathan Petrashek to continue serving Milwaukee County on the WI Court of Appeals, District I.
The group includes current and former judges from communities across Wisconsin, bringing a wealth of experience, distinct perspectives, and a deep understanding of the important role our courts play in people’s lives. Together, they represent decades of service on the bench and a shared commitment to fairness, integrity, and ensuring justice works for everyone.
Judge Brian Blanchard, WI Court of Appeals
Judge David Conway, Dane Co. Circuit Court
Judge Douglas Hoffer, Eau Claire Co. Circuit Court
Judge Ed Brunner, WI Court of Appeals*
Judge Emily Lonergan, Outagamie Co. Circuit Court
Judge Eugene Gasiorkiewicz, Racine Co. Circuit Court
Judge Frederick Rosa, Milwaukee Co. Circuit Court
Judge Greg Gill, WI Court of Appeals
Judge Jay Pucek, Milwaukee Co. Circuit Court
Judge J.D. Watts, Milwaukee Co. Circuit Court
Judge Jean Kies, Milwaukee Co. Circuit Court
Judge Jeff Davis, WI Court of Appeals*
Judge Jeffrey Wagner, Milwaukee Co. Circuit Court*
Judge Jennifer Nashold, WI Court of Appeals
Judge-designate Katie York, WI Court of Appeals
Judge Lisa Stark, WI Court of Appeals
Judge Lori Kornblum, WI Court of Appeals*
Judge Mark Schroeder, Outagamie Co. Circuit Court
Judge Michael Hoover, WI Court of Appeals*
Judge Michael Waterman, St. Croix Co. Circuit Court
Judge Owen Piotrowski, Milwaukee Co. Circuit Court
Judge Paul Lundsten, WI Court of Appeals*
Judge Paul Reilly, WI Court of Appeals*
Judge Rachel Graham, WI Court of Appeals
Judge Tania Bonnett, Adams Co. Circuit Court
Judge Thomas Hruz, WI Court of Appeals
Judge Todd Zeigler, WI Court of Appeals
*retired
“I am deeply honored to earn the support of so many distinguished current and former judges, including many colleagues on the court of appeals. These judges have built strong trust across the state of Wisconsin through their steadfast commitment to fairness, integrity, and the rule of law,” said Judge Nathan Petrashek. “We share a dedicated passion for serving our communities and ensuring equal justice. Their confidence in my continued service on the Court of Appeals means a great deal, and I am sincerely grateful for their endorsements.”
Judge Nathan Petrashek serves on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals, District I, representing Milwaukee County. He was appointed by Governor Tony Evers after more than sixteen years serving the Court of Appeals as a law clerk and staff attorney. During that time, he worked on hundreds of appeals involving constitutional law, criminal procedure, family law, civil litigation, personal injury, and many other areas of Wisconsin law, helping judges resolve some of the state’s most consequential legal questions.
Throughout his career, Judge Petrashek has been committed to ensuring equal justice under the law, safeguarding the independence of Wisconsin’s courts, and preserving public confidence in the judicial system. He believes every person deserves to have their case heard fairly, decided impartially, and resolved according to the law.
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