Incumbent
RepublicanDavid D. Brannon
Background and Bio
David Brannon was born and raised in Montgomery County. He earned his Bachelor’s degrees in Public Administration and Political Science from Miami University in 2002, then a law degree from the University of Dayton School of Law in 2005, where he served on the Law Review as a staff writer and editor. He practiced for nearly 15 years at his family firm, Brannon Law Firm, alongside his father and brother. In 2015, he became an Ohio State Bar Association certified specialist in estate planning, trust, and probate. Brannon was first elected probate judge in 2020. He lives in the Centerville area with his wife, Jill, and their three daughters, Kate, Brooke, and Charlotte.
Policy Issue Summaries
- Judicial Philosophy and Interpretative Approach: Brannon’s campaign materials state that his experience has prepared him "to approach judicial decision‑making with both legal precision and human understanding." His campaign materials have highlighted his judicial approach as centering on fairness and compassion.
- Criminal Justice and Public Safety: According to his campaign materials, Brannon has highlighted his support for expanding access to justice, addressing the region’s mental health crisis with real solutions, and modernizing the Probate Court through technology and efficiency.
Endorsements
- AFSCME Ohio Council 8 AFL-CIO
Background and Bio
David Brannon was born and raised in Montgomery County. He earned his Bachelor’s degrees in Public Administration and Political Science from Miami University in 2002, then a law degree from the University of Dayton School of Law in 2005, where he served on the Law Review as a staff writer and editor. He practiced for nearly 15 years at his family firm, Brannon Law Firm, alongside his father and brother. In 2015, he became an Ohio State Bar Association certified specialist in estate planning, trust, and probate. Brannon was first elected probate judge in 2020. He lives in the Centerville area with his wife, Jill, and their three daughters, Kate, Brooke, and Charlotte.
Policy Issue Summaries
- Judicial Philosophy and Interpretative Approach: Brannon’s campaign materials state that his experience has prepared him "to approach judicial decision‑making with both legal precision and human understanding." His campaign materials have highlighted his judicial approach as centering on fairness and compassion.
- Criminal Justice and Public Safety: According to his campaign materials, Brannon has highlighted his support for expanding access to justice, addressing the region’s mental health crisis with real solutions, and modernizing the Probate Court through technology and efficiency.
Endorsements
- AFSCME Ohio Council 8 AFL-CIO
Last Updated:2026-10-19
