George has lived in Davidson, North Carolina, for more than 30 years. He earned his undergraduate degree from Davidson College and his law degree from Vanderbilt University School of Law. George Guise is married to Dr. Barbara Matheny Guise, and they have five children.

George currently works as In-House Counsel to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. He has previously worked as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, an Assistant District Attorney for Mecklenburg County, and a civil litigation and criminal defense attorney at Copeland Richards PLLC. Earlier in his career, Guise also served in multiple roles at Davidson College, including General Counsel and Adjunct Lecturer.

George Guise’s campaign for Superior Court Judge in North Carolina District 26-C is his first run for public office. He has not previously held or been elected to any government position.

Believes his 35 years of legal experience, including litigation, law enforcement, education, and community service, have thoroughly prepared him for the role of Superior Court Judge.

Guise emphasizes extensive, multi-perspective courtroom experience across prosecution, defense, civil litigation, and public service as preparation for the bench

- Guise emphasizes extensive, multi-perspective courtroom experience across prosecution, defense, civil litigation, and public service as preparation for the bench

Legal Experience

Presents himself as experienced in institutional court operations and inter-agency coordination that support effective court administration

- Presents himself as experienced in institutional court operations and inter-agency coordination that support effective court administration

Judicial Administration

Emphasizes impartiality, rule-of-law decision-making, and restraint rather than ideological judging

- Emphasizes impartiality, rule-of-law decision-making, and restraint rather than ideological judging

Judicial Philosophy

As of January 2, 2026, George Guise’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Has provided pro bono work with Legal Aid and served on the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy's Board of Directors.

- Has provided pro bono work with Legal Aid and served on the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy's Board of Directors.

Community Involvement

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George Guise

George Guise has lived in Davidson, North Carolina, for more than 30 years. He earned his undergraduate degree from Davidson College and his law degree from Vanderbilt University School of Law. George Guise is married to Dr. Barbara Matheny Guise, and they have five children.

George Guise currently works as In-House Counsel to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. He has previously worked as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, an Assistant District Attorney for Mecklenburg County, and a civil litigation and criminal defense attorney at Copeland Richards PLLC. Earlier in his career, Guise also served in multiple roles at Davidson College, including General Counsel and Adjunct Lecturer.

- The Superior Court Judge hears both civil and criminal cases. Superior Court Judges try civil cases involving more than $10,000. Superior Court Judge hear appeals of misdemeanors and infraction cases that were first heard in the District Court,
- They make decisions on bail, meaning a Superior Court Judge could keep a non-dangerous person in jail before they are convicted by setting a high bail.
- In each district (except Wake County), the most senior judge in years of service is designated the senior resident superior court judge. They are responsible for various administrative duties, including appointing magistrates and some other court officials, and managing the scheduling of civil cases for trial.
- Superior court judges rotate among the districts within their divisions.  
- The Superior Court Judge is elected for 8-year terms. Elections are partisan.