Jessica Lynott

Professional career

• Jessica E.H. Lynott is the current Branch 3 judge of the Racine County Circuit Court in Wisconsin, serving since April 2024 and holding the position until April 2, 2030
• Jessica E.H. Lynott is listed as the Branch 3 judge (2024–present) among ten active judges in the county
• Before her judicial appointment, Lynott held a position as an Assistant District Attorney in Racine County from 2017 onward.
• Lynott resigned her role as Racine County Assistant District Attorney to take the judicial seat

Education

Additional information

• She is a lifelong Racine resident, having lived in the county since 2004.
• She later won the April 2, 2024 general election for Branch 3, defeating opponent Toni Young with 20,673 votes to 13,216.
• Appointed in 2023 by Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers to fill the seat vacated by former Judge Maureen M. Martinez, becoming the first Black woman appointed to the Wisconsin judicial bench.
• As Branch 3 judge, Lynott presides over felony cases and, under the Racine County judicial rotation, remains assigned to Felony Court at the Law Enforcement Center.
• Circuit Court judges in Wisconsin serve six-year terms and rotate among court divisions every two years.
• In her campaign, Lynott emphasized fair application of the law, addressing underlying issues in cases, and ensuring respect for all litigants, victims, and counsel.
• She prioritized reducing recidivism, cutting case delays, improving neighborhood safety, and using technology to manage court resources efficiently.
• She has been active in numerous community organizations, including the Racine County Bar Association, Support Our Law Enforcement, and the Junior League of Racine.