Wisconsin Judges Endorse Judge Nathan Petrashek
Over two dozen current and retired jurists are supporting Judge Nathan Petrashek for the state Court of Appeals.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Criminal Justice
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More than 24 Wisconsin judges have announced their endorsement of Judge Nathan Petrashek for the Wisconsin Court of Appeals, District I. The group supporting his campaign includes a broad range of current and retired jurists from across the state.
Why it matters
Judicial endorsements serve as a signal of a candidate’s standing and experience among their legal peers within the state system. These public displays of support help voters gauge the professional reputation of candidates seeking seats on the appellate bench.
Judge Nathan Petrashek currently serves on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals, District I, following his appointment by Governor Tony Evers. He holds over 16 years of prior experience working as a law clerk and staff attorney for the appellate court.
The players
Nathan Petrashek
He is a judge on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals, District I, who was appointed to the bench by the Governor.
Tony Evers
He is the Governor of Wisconsin who previously appointed Nathan Petrashek to his current position on the Court of Appeals.
The details
The list of supporters includes judges from various counties throughout Wisconsin, highlighting broad interest in the District I seat. Petrashek leverages his extensive tenure within the judicial system as a core component of his platform.
Timeline
The endorsement of Judge Nathan Petrashek was announced on October 22, 2026.
Legal Context
These endorsements mirror historical patterns of professional support seen in Wisconsin judicial campaigns governed by the Wisconsin Supreme Court and Court of Appeals judicial election standards. Such displays of peer backing are common indicators of standing within the state's legal community.
Voters can use these professional endorsements as a metric for assessing the candidate's qualifications before the upcoming election. This information helps residents understand the collective support behind those seeking to serve on the appellate court.
The takeaway
Judicial candidates often rely on peer endorsements to demonstrate their professional credibility to the electorate. Researching the background and support base of judicial candidates can provide voters with clarity regarding their potential impact on the bench.
Further reading
For additional context on the local judiciary, visit the Criminal Justice section.
More information
Learn more about the candidate and his supporters on the Judge Nathan Petrashek campaign website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Urban Milwaukee.
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