Steven Walker, candidate for Johnston County Superior Court Judge, District 11B
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Candidates for NC Superior Court Judge, District 11B seat 2
Paul Holcombe and Steven Walker are running for North Carolina Superior Court judge in District 11B, seat 2, in a Republican primary election in Johnston County. No Democrats are running for the seat. Learn more about the candidates in our Voter Guide.
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Name: Steven Walker
Political party: Republican
Age as of Nov. 8, 2022: 42
Campaign website: stevenwalker.us
Occupation: Attorney and pastor
Education: BA, Clemson University with Honors (2002); JD from Campbell University School of Law, with highest honors; Editor-in-Chief of the Campbell Law Review
Have you run for elected office before? (Please list previous offices sought) Yes. Court of Appeals in 2010
Please list highlights of your civic involvement: I am active in the community in my role as a pastor. I have also volunteered for Samaritan’s Purse, participated in community work days, and built ramps for those who were unable to afford them. I also serve as the President of the Johnston County Wildlife Association.
What could you do, if elected, to help make the justice system more equitable or accessible?
Equal protection under the law means nothing if the judge who is applying the law refuses to follow the law. I will always follow the law and apply it without partiality.
Tell us about a specific event in your legal career of which you are most proud.
I am very proud of the work that I did when I was Lt. Gov. Dan Forest’s legal counsel. We were able to stand up for the rule of law and our principles. I am also proud of the many clients that I have helped overcome their legal issues over the years.
What areas of the law do you have experience in, as a judge or attorney?
Criminal
Civil litigation
Appellate
Corporate counsel
Government/public interest
Family law
Insurance
Taxes/accounting
This story was originally published April 25, 2022 at 5:19 PM.
