North Carolina Appeals Court Judge, Seat 3

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Down Home NC endorses Judges Toby Hampson, John Arrowood, and Christine Walczyk for NC Court of Appeals

"Conservative judges matter now more than ever." Craig Collins. Education and Legal Background: B.A., University of Pittsburgh, 1994; J.D., Villanova University School of Law, 1997; Assistant District Attorney, 1997–2006; Owner, Law Office of Craig Collins, 2007–2016; District Court Judge, 2016–2024; Currently serving as a Superior Court Judge. Judge Craig Collins brings decades of legal and judicial experience to the bench. As an Assistant District Attorney, he prosecuted thousands of criminal cases on behalf of the State of North Carolina. In private practice, he represented thousands of clients through the Law Office of Craig Collins. During his judicial career, Judge Collins has presided over countless trials involving criminal, traffic, juvenile, and civil matters. His career includes experience as a prosecutor, private attorney, District Court Judge, and Superior Court Judge, giving him a broad understanding of North Carolina’s justice system.

Candidate for Court of Appeals

Judge Christine Walczyk brings more than three decades of legal experience and nearly twenty years on the Wake County District Court bench to her campaign for the North Carolina Court of Appeals. During her judicial career, she has presided over thousands of cases while earning a reputation for thoughtful decision-making, professionalism, and respect for every individual who enters the courtroom. Beyond the bench, Walczyk has been a leader in expanding access to justice through pro bono initiatives, legal resource centers, and mentorship for the next generation of attorneys.

Her leadership extends beyond the courtroom through national and state organizations dedicated to strengthening the judiciary and advancing opportunities for women in the legal profession. She has also worked with international legal exchange programs and community organizations to promote greater understanding of the role courts play in protecting constitutional rights and public confidence in the justice system.

NCAAT in Action is proud to endorse Judge Christine Walczyk because of her extensive judicial experience, longstanding commitment to equal access to justice, and belief that a judiciary should reflect and serve the diversity of North Carolina. Her record demonstrates the integrity, independence, and public service that are essential to maintaining trust in our courts.

Judge Craig Collins has prosecuted thousands of criminal cases on behalf of the State of North Carolina. Conservative judges matter now more than ever.

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NCAE endorsed Cooper for the U.S. Senate and Judge Walczyk for the North Carolina Court of Appeals. “Tonight, we celebrate alongside Roy Cooper and Judge Walczyk," said Tamika Walker Kelly, NCAE President. "We endorsed these candidates knowing they will be strong advocates not only for public education, but for building a more equitable North Carolina for our students, educators, and working-class families. The people of North Carolina have made it clear with their votes: these are the leaders our state needs now more than ever.”

Judge Christine Walczyk is the longest-serving district court trial judge in Wake County, with 19 years of experience. She was nominated by four chief district court judges (three Democrats and a Republican) to serve in leadership positions including Lead Judge in Family Court for more than 9 years, and currently as Lead Judge in the general civil court. A graduate of Boston College (magna cum laude) and UNC Law at Chapel Hill, she is actively involved in the legal community as Chair of the Judicial Division of the North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys.

An experienced judge committed to fair, nonpartisan decisions, judicial independence, and serving North Carolinians with integrity...