Gwinnett County, Magistrate Court Judge: Judge Kimberly A. Gallant

PAD, Kimberly Gallant Selected as Full-Time Magistrate ​

Kimberly has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Georgia and a law degree from Georgia State University College of Law. 

Prior to becoming a magistrate judge, Kimberly was a staff attorney for 4 years and a prosecutor for 10.

Kimberly Gallant's campaign for superior court judge is her first entry into politics.

Candidate website

The candidate's website says, "In 2015, she was appointed to the bench, where she has served with distinction. She has presided over cases in Municipal Court, Juvenile Court, Magistrate Court, State Court, and Superior Court. She currently presides over Superior Court cases by designation."

Was appointed to the bench in 2015, where she has "served with distinction," "presiding over cases in Municipal Court, Juvenile Court, Magistrate Court, State Court, and Superior Court. She currently presides over Superior Court cases by designation."

Has 24 years of legal experience as an attorney.

As magistrate, primarily handles cases related to domestic matters, but also presides over civil and felony criminal jury trials.

As magistrate, hears dispossessory proceedings, applications for restraining orders, and issues search and arrest warrants.

- Was appointed to the bench in 2015, where she has "served with distinction," "presiding over cases in Municipal Court, Juvenile Court, Magistrate Court, State Court, and Superior Court. She currently presides over Superior Court cases by designation."
- Has 24 years of legal experience as an attorney.
- As magistrate, primarily handles cases related to domestic matters, but also presides over civil and felony criminal jury trials.
- As magistrate, hears dispossessory proceedings, applications for restraining orders, and issues search and arrest warrants.

Legal Experience

As of March 19, 2024, Kimberly Gallant’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Believes in managing Gwinnett courtrooms with fairness and respect, ensuring timely resolutions for all cases, from felony indictments to family divorces.

Supports tailored accountability measures, endorsing Gwinnett's treatment courts for reducing recidivism via outpatient programs, drug tests, and court oversight, balancing justice with rehabilitation opportunities.

- Believes in managing Gwinnett courtrooms with fairness and respect, ensuring timely resolutions for all cases, from felony indictments to family divorces.
- Supports tailored accountability measures, endorsing Gwinnett's treatment courts for reducing recidivism via outpatient programs, drug tests, and court oversight, balancing justice with rehabilitation opportunities.

Judicial Administration

The candidate's website says, "Kimberly Gallant believes that everyone deserves a fair opportunity to be heard. She is knowledgeable, but humble. She is compassionate, but impartial. She is firm, but fair."

Believes that "everyone deserves a fair opportunity to be heard. She is knowledgeable, but humble. She is compassionate, but impartial. She is firm, but fair."

- Believes that "everyone deserves a fair opportunity to be heard. She is knowledgeable, but humble. She is compassionate, but impartial. She is firm, but fair."

Judicial Philosophy

The candidate's website says, "Kimberly Gallant knows what it means to serve her community. Born and raised in metro Atlanta, she has dedicated her life to service."

Serves as a troop leader for the Girl Scouts, Chief Tribune for her legal fraternity (Phi Alpha Delta), and board member for the North Gwinnett Schools Education Foundation, Inc.

- The candidate's website says, "Kimberly Gallant knows what it means to serve her community. Born and raised in metro Atlanta, she has dedicated her life to service."
- Serves as a troop leader for the Girl Scouts, Chief Tribune for her legal fraternity (Phi Alpha Delta), and board member for the North Gwinnett Schools Education Foundation, Inc.

Community Involvement

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Kimberly Gallant

Kimberly has a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Georgia and a Juris Doctor from Georgia State University College of Law in 2000. 

Kimberly has been Magistrate in the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit since 2015.

As of April 13, 2024, Kimberly Gallant’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes in steadfast dedication and hard work throughout her legal career, which led to her appointment as a Gwinnett Magistrate Judge and underpins her aspirations as a Superior Court Judge.

Believes in the importance of legal experience, highlighting Kimberly Gallant's law degree, prosecutorial tenure, and role as a staff attorney to enhance her understanding of the judicial system.

Has a JD from Georgia State University School of Law.

- The candidate's website says, "In 2015, she was appointed to the bench, where she has served with distinction. She has presided over cases in Municipal Court, Juvenile Court, Magistrate Court, State Court, and Superior Court. She currently presides over Superior Court cases by designation."
- Has 24 years of legal experience as an attorney.
- Has a JD from Georgia State University School of Law.

Said, "I am honored and humbled to serve the citizens of Gwinnett County as a full-time Magistrate... I strive to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and fairness.”"

Said, "“I believe that everyone who comes before the court should be treated with respect and dignity, and I strive to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and fairness.”"

- The candidate's website says, "Kimberly Gallant believes that everyone deserves a fair opportunity to be heard. She is knowledgeable, but humble. She is compassionate, but impartial. She is firm, but fair."

Said, "I am passionate about mentoring and teaching the future leaders of our community... The SMILE Program is a great way to expose high school students to the various aspects of the law and the court system..."

Supports community engagement through volunteerism as a Girl Scout Troop Leader, school council member, North Gwinnett Schools Foundation President, legal educator, and participant in local educational initiatives, embodying leadership and a commitment to fostering courage, confidence, and character.

The candidate's website says, "Kimberly Gallant knows what it means to serve her community... She has dedicated her life to service... and a leader in various civic and educational organizations."

- The candidate's website says, "Kimberly Gallant knows what it means to serve her community... She has dedicated her life to service... and a leader in various civic and educational organizations."
- The candidate's website says, "Kimberly Gallant knows what it means to serve her community. Born and raised in metro Atlanta, she has dedicated her life to service."

As of April 3, 2024, Kimberly Gallant’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- Georgia Superior Court Judges hear a wide range of criminal cases from petty theft and public drunkenness to murder. Some cases in front of the Georgia Superior Court involve the death penalty. 
- On the civil side, Superior Court Judges hear cases on divorce, titles to land, contract disputes, and premises liability. 
- Superior Court Judges are elected by judicial circuit. Each county surrounding Atlanta has its own judicial circuit, while rural judicial districts typically consist of multiple counties.
- Superior Court Judges are elected to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. The Governor can appoint Superior Court Judges when vacancies arise. 