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My name is Jennie Wells Thomason and I am running for New Hanover County Clerk of Superior Court. Born and raised in Wilmington, I am a proud graduate of the New Hanover County public school system. I earned my Bachelor of Social Work from NC State University and my law degree from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law.

Jennie Thomason for Clerk of Superior Court

Jennie Thomason was born and raised in Wilmington. She earned a Bachelor of Social Work from NC State University and a law degree from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law.

Jennie Thomason was born and raised in Wilmington, North Carolina. She earned a Bachelor of Social Work from NC State University and a law degree from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law.

For more than 30 years, I have dedicated my career to public service, providing judicial services, legal representation, and advocacy for children, families, and some of the most vulnerable members of our community. My experience includes serving as Court Advocate for Domestic Violence Shelter and Services (The Open Gate) in Wilmington, Staff Attorney for the Department of Social Services’ Child Protective Services division, and more than seven years as a Magistrate Judge serving the people of New Hanover County.

Jennie Thomason has served as a magistrate judge in New Hanover County. She has also worked as a court advocate for Domestic Violence Shelter and Services (The Open Gate) in Wilmington and as a staff attorney for the Department of Social Services’ Child Protective Services division.

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Has served as a court advocate for a domestic violence shelter.

Worked as a staff attorney for the Department of Social Services’ Child Protective Services division,

Served as a magistrate judge in New Hanover County for seven years, handling minor criminal cases, oversaw civil suits, and issued search and arrest warrants.

- Has served as a court advocate for a domestic violence shelter.
- Worked as a staff attorney for the Department of Social Services’ Child Protective Services division,
- Served as a magistrate judge in New Hanover County for seven years, handling minor criminal cases, oversaw civil suits, and issued search and arrest warrants.

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Earlier this year, I was appointed to the New Hanover County Commission for Women. I also serve on the North Carolina Democratic Party State Executive Committee, in addition to being a member of Women’s Impact Network. I’m honored to serve the people of New Hanover County in many different aspects, and I look forward to using my legal experience to bring an accessible, efficient, professional Courthouse to New Hanover County.

Plans to use her legal experience to make the New Hanover County courthouse accessible, efficient, and professional.

- Plans to use her legal experience to make the New Hanover County courthouse accessible, efficient, and professional.

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Jennie Thomason has over twenty years of experience as an attorney and Magistrate Judge helping families in North Carolina navigate the legal system. Now, she’s running for New Hanover County Clerk of Superior Court to make the courthouse more accessible, efficient, and welcoming to every member of our community. Make a contribution today!

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Jennie Thomason has worked as an attorney and magistrate judge in North Carolina.

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The NHC County Clerk of Superior Court race for the general election will include incumbent Republican Jan Kennedy and Democrat Jennie Thomason.

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Jennie is a Democratic candidate for New Hanover Clerk of Superior Court.

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Plans to make the courthouse more accessible, efficient, and welcoming to every community member.

Hopes to make the courthouse more accessible, efficient, and welcoming to every community member.

- Hopes to make the courthouse more accessible, efficient, and welcoming to every community member.

- Plans to make the courthouse more accessible, efficient, and welcoming to every community member.

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The Clerk of Superior Court is elected in each county through a partisan election for a four-year term. The Clerk has five main responsibilities:
- Probate Judge: Handles 46 types of actions, including managing estates, guardianship proceedings, and appointing personal representatives.
- Court Administrator: Oversees the administration of the court.
- Record Keeper: Files, processes, and maintains all cases and documents submitted to the court.
- Financial Manager: Manages the collection, investment, and distribution of money from court fees and traffic citations.
- Employee Manager: Supervises a team ranging from 5 to over 200 employees.


Oversees the county's probate court, judicial administration, records, and finances.