August 4, 2026 • Election Results
The Results Are In
Lisa Neilson finished first with 110,948 votes, receiving 46.12% of the vote. Thank you for your support!
Lisa Neilson For Oakland Circuit Court
Ten years on the bench.
Two decades as an attorney.
The only candidate with judicial experience.
served the justice system
A Experienced Family
Court Judge
(2012-2022)
Lisa Neilson served as a Family Court Judge from 2012 to 2022, presiding over cases involving children, families, and vulnerable individuals. On the bench, she applied the law, evaluated evidence, managed complex dockets, and made difficult decisions with fairness, integrity, and respect for every person who appeared before the court.
Her experience began long before she became a judge.
She began her legal career in the Oakland County Probate Court, first as a law clerk and later as staff attorney. She then entered private practice, where she represented both retained and court-appointed clients in family and probate matters, helping people through some of life's most challenging legal circumstances.
Over more than two decades in the legal profession, Lisa has served the justice system from nearly every perspective.
Few candidates bring that depth and breadth of experience to the bench. Lisa's experience was earned through years of service, responsibility, and decision-making, not observation. It is that proven experience that uniquely qualifies her to serve on the Oakland County Circuit Court.
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A Lasting impact
Family Court
Matters
The judge elected to this seat will hear cases that affect individuals, children and families.
These cases are often deeply personal, legally complex, and emotionally difficult. The decisions made in Family Court can have a lasting impact on families for years to come.
That Responsibility Requires Experience.
a return to judicial service
Experience
You Can Trust
Now, Lisa Neilson is seeking election to Oakland County's Family Court bench.
- This is not her first day on the job.
- This is not new.
- And this is not starting over.
It is a return to judicial service by someone who has already done the work, assumed the responsibility, and earned the experience that only comes from serving as a judge.
Meet Lisa Neilson
Will Lisa Neilson Make a Good Judge?
She Already Has.
- Served as Family Court Judge (2012–2022)
- The only candidate with judicial experience.
- Prepared to Serve
She's the Judge for the Job.
VOTE AUGUST 4
Choose Family Court Experience
Why Lisa Neilson?
Oakland County voters have the opportunity to choose a candidate with proven Family Court experience:
A candidate who understands the law.
A candidate who understands the responsibility.
A candidate who has already served as a Family Court judge.
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Sheriff Michael Bouchard
Endorses Lisa Neilson
Lisa Neilson is honored to receive the endorsement of Oakland County Sheriff Michael J. Bouchard. His support is an important milestone in the campaign and reflects confidence in her experience and commitment to public service.
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July 2026 • Endorsement
Sheriff Michael Bouchard Endorses Lisa Neilson
Oakland County Sheriff Michael J. Bouchard endorsed Lisa Neilson for Oakland Circuit Court.
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Rated Outstanding by the
Women Lawyers Association
of Michigan.
The Women Lawyers Association of Michigan awarded Lisa Neilson its highest rating in recognition of her judicial qualifications, integrity, and commitment to public service.
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Lisa Neilson exhibits "exceptional qualities for judicial service, including exceptional legal ability, outstanding personal and professional integrity, and an interest in, and demonstrated commitment to, working to improve the administration of justice."
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Lisa Neilson "possesses the highest capacity for distinguished judicial temperament, including courtesy, impartiality, and respect for all persons, the law, the judicial process, and for the dignity of the court."
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Lisa Neilson has "actively participated in charitable activities, community activities, mentoring, civic organizations, and professional bar organizations."
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Lisa Neilson has "consistently exhibited commitment to promoting access to justice for all and has a demonstrated record of advancing women in the legal profession."
Former Family Court Judge.
Experience You Can Trust.
Ready On Day One, Because She Has Already Done The Job.
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