“My philosophy is straightforward: I will interpret the Constitution as it was originally intended, apply the law as it is written, and hold criminals fully accountable for their actions.”
– Nolan
Washington County isn’t just where I practice law, it’s where I was born, raised, and choose to live with my family. It’s a community I’m proud to call home, and I want to see it thrive.
I grew up in Slinger and graduated from Slinger High School in 2007. I earned my associate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Washington County in 2009, where I was honored to deliver the commencement address.
It was on that graduation day that my path was clear. I had the privilege of speaking at length with our guest speaker, Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Annette Ziegler, who has since become my professional hero. That pivotal conversation ignited my passion for the law and launched my legal career.
I went on to spend two years at the University of Memphis, and returned home to attend Marquette University Law School. To make it work, I lived at home in Slinger with my parents and rode the Washington County Commuter Express bus every single day of class for three years.
Graduating during a recession presented real challenges, but it reinforced my grit and determination. I started at a firm, but felt called to bet on myself – deciding to open my own law practice.
I have spent my entire career fighting for what’s right, and it is my commitment to you that I will continue to fight for what’s right for you and our families.
It would be an honor to receive your support!
Hartford Professional Police Association
Kettle Moraine Fraternal Order of Police
Dan Knodl, Wisconsin State Assembly
Paul Melotik, Wisconsin State Assembly
Jim Piwowarczyk, Wisconsin State Assembly
Bradley Petersen, Candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly
Josh Schoemann, Washington County Executive
Barry Braatz, Washington County District Attorney
Lisa Budish, Washington County Register of Deeds
Scott Henke, Washington County Treasurer
Marietta Bailey, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Chris Bossert, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Jim Burg, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Denis Kelling, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Stephanie Lietzau-Erdman, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Carroll Merry, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Ken Mikulec, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Jeremiah Moll, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Tina Pridemore, Washington County Board of Supervisors
John Schodron, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Nick Stewart, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Tony Thoma, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Joe Vespalec, Washington County Board of Supervisors
Jeff Geib, Washington County Board of Supervisors (former)
Linda Gurath, Washington County Board of Supervisors (former)
Don Kriefall, Chair, Washington County Board of Supervisors (former)
Mike Parsons, Washington County Board of Supervisors (former)
Jodi Schulteis, Washington County Board of Supervisors (former)
Brian Heckendorf, Jackson Village president
John Jeffords, Richfield Village President
Russ Ewert, President, Germantown School Board
Jeff Voyer, Vice-President, Germantown School Board
Nolan Jackett, President, Hartford School Board
Justice Jon P. Wilcox, Wisconsin Supreme Court (retired)
Judge Cody J. Horlacher, Waukesha County Circuit Court
As your Washington County Judge, I pledge to be a firm, impartial arbiter of the law:
I will apply the law as written, not legislate from the bench. Judicial activism has no place in our courtrooms. Judges are called to uphold the law, not advance a personal or political agenda.
I will enforce our state and federal constitutions according to their original intent. Reimagining laws to advance for an agenda erodes public trust in equal, blind justice.
I won’t coddle criminals. I’ll hold them fully accountable for their actions. By getting tough on bond, bail, and sentencing, I’ll protect the safety of our families, small businesses, and law enforcement heroes.
I am deeply connected to our community, and that bond will remain unbreakable if I have the honor of serving you on the bench.
Leadership is about accessibility, accountability, and respecting the trust people place in you. Just like representing the Slinger uniform on the high school basketball court, I pledge to represent your core values in the courtroom.
A fair judge listens, respects the rule of law, and treats every individual with dignity. Whether it’s a referee or a Hartford Oriole on the court, or an attorney, a defendant, a law enforcement officer, or a victim of a crime, I will always be approachable, respectful, and fair.
