Ballotpedia, Michael Zimmerman

Michael is originally from Campbell County, where he attended Newport Central Catholic High School. He holds  bachelor's degree in legal studies from Park University in Kansas City and a law degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Law. He is married to his wife, with whom he has 3 children.

Michael is the Chief Assistant Commonwealth Attorney in Campbell County. He previously worked as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Montgomery County, Ohio, and as an associate attorney at Fessler, Schneider, and Grimme in Fort Thomas.

Michael Zimmerman's campaign for Commonwealth's Attorney in Judicial Circuit 17 is his first run for public office. 

As an assistant commonwealth attorney, prosecuted civil and criminal cases under commonwealth law, supervised legal and clerical staff, and provided legal counsel and representation to state officials and agencies.

As an assistant commonwealth attorney for 9 years, including 4 years as Chief Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, prosecutes felony cases under commonwealth law, supervises legal and clerical staff, and conducts interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.

Served as an assistant prosecuting attorney in Montgomery County, Ohio.

As an assistant prosecuting attorney in Montgomery County, Ohio, oversaw civil and criminal prosecutions, presented pre-trial motions in court, prepared cases for trial, produced legal research, opinions, and documents, and conducted interviews with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement officials.

Worked as an associate attorney at Fessler, Schneider, and Grimme in Fort Thomas.

As an associate attorney at Fessler, Schneider, and Grimme in Fort Thomas, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients. The firm specializes in personal injury, car crashes, criminal defense, and probate.

- As an assistant commonwealth attorney for 9 years, including 4 years as Chief Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, prosecutes felony cases under commonwealth law, supervises legal and clerical staff, and conducts interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.
- As an assistant prosecuting attorney in Montgomery County, Ohio, oversaw civil and criminal prosecutions, presented pre-trial motions in court, prepared cases for trial, produced legal research, opinions, and documents, and conducted interviews with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement officials.
- As an associate attorney at Fessler, Schneider, and Grimme in Fort Thomas, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients. The firm specializes in personal injury, car crashes, criminal defense, and probate.

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As a prosecutor, handled thousands of cases ranging from drug possession and shoplifting to murder and sexual assault.

As a prosecutor, "handled thousands" of cases spanning drug possession to murder and sexual assault. 

- As a prosecutor, "handled thousands" of cases spanning drug possession to murder and sexual assault. 

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Michael Zimmerman

Michael is originally from Campbell County, where he attended Newport Central Catholic High School. He earned his bachelor's degree in legal studies at Park University in Kansas City, and he earned his law degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Law. He lives with his wife and 3 children.

Michael is currently the Chief Assistant Commonwealth Attorney in Campbell County. He previously worked as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Montgomery County, Ohio, and as an associate attorney at Fessler, Schneider, and Grimme in Fort Thomas.

Michael Zimmerman is running for Commonwealth Attorney in Judicial Circuit 17. He has not previously run for political office.

Served as an assistant prosecuting attorney in Montgomery County, Ohio. Oversaw civil and criminal prosecutions, presented pre-trial motions in court, prepared cases for trial, produced legal research, opinions, and documents, and conducted interviews with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement officials.

As an associate attorney at Fessler, Schneider, and Grimme in Fort Thomas, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients. The firm specializes in personal injury, car crashes, criminal defense, and probate.


- As an assistant commonwealth attorney for 9 years, including 4 years as Chief Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, prosecutes felony cases under commonwealth law, supervises legal and clerical staff, and conducts interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.
- Served as an assistant prosecuting attorney in Montgomery County, Ohio. Oversaw civil and criminal prosecutions, presented pre-trial motions in court, prepared cases for trial, produced legal research, opinions, and documents, and conducted interviews with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement officials.
- As an associate attorney at Fessler, Schneider, and Grimme in Fort Thomas, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients. The firm specializes in personal injury, car crashes, criminal defense, and probate.


Believes in strong criminal justice measures, evidenced by securing a life sentence for murder and a conviction for first-degree rape of a child under twelve in his jury trials.

Believes addressing violent crime is crucial, as these cases often result in trials, which is his expertise.

Focuses on violent crime and is an expert at trials for these crimes.

Believes in strict regulations and penalties for drug offenses, including possession of a controlled substance in the first degree.

Believes in advocating for both victims and the community, as demonstrated by being awarded the “2023 Outstanding Assistant Commonwealth Attorney of the Year” for his trial record and handling of complex cases.

Believes in seeking justice for victims of serious crimes, including home invasions, attacks on joggers, impaired driving incidents, and homicides.

Supports enhancing penalties for second-degree burglary.

Supports strict penalties for drug trafficking.

Believes in strict gun control and opposes allowing convicted felons to possess handguns.

Supports charging individuals with first-degree assault.

Supports harsh penalties for first-degree rape.

Supports the prosecution of sexual abuse in the first degree.

As a prosecutor, has handled thousands of cases ranging from drug possession and shoplifting to murder and sexual assault.

Supports reducing sentences for certain drug offenses.

Has gotten convictions at trial for drug crimes, including trafficking in a controlled substance in the first degree.

- Believes in strong criminal justice measures, evidenced by securing a life sentence for murder and a conviction for first-degree rape of a child under twelve in his jury trials.
- Focuses on violent crime and is an expert at trials for these crimes.
- As a prosecutor, has handled thousands of cases ranging from drug possession and shoplifting to murder and sexual assault.
- Has gotten convictions at trial for drug crimes, including trafficking in a controlled substance in the first degree.

Michael Zimmerman lives in Campbell County, where he was raised. He attended Saint Therese School in Southgate and Newport Central Catholic for high school, and he graduated from Park University in Kansas City. He is married to Sara, and they have three daughters.

Michael Zimmerman is currently the Chief Assistant Commonwealth Attorney in Campbell County. He previously worked as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Montgomery County, Ohio, and as an associate attorney at Fessler, Schneider, and Grimme in Fort Thomas.

Michael Zimmerman has served as the Chief Assistant Commonwealth Attorney in Campbell County since 2020. He has not previously run for political office.

- The commonwealth's attorney is the highest law enforcement official in a given jurisdiction. 
- A commonwealth’s attorney is responsible for prosecuting felony crimes. For example, they decide whether or not to charge for crimes such as assault, stalking, or kidnapping. 
- A commonwealth's attorney has the authority to investigate persons, grant immunity to witnesses and accused criminals, and plea bargain with defendants.
- Commonwealth's attorneys are elected in partisan elections for terms of 6 years. 