Zachary W. Stempien for Branch County Circuit Court Judge

04/01/2026

I’m incredibly honored to announce that I have been appointed to the Branch County Circuit Court by Governor Whitmer.

I’m deeply grateful for the trust and confidence placed in me, and I look forward to serving the people of Branch County. It is a privilege to step into this role and continue working on behalf of our community.

I remain committed to ensuring that every case is handled with fairness, integrity, and respect for the law. Thank you to everyone who has supported me along the way—I’m excited to continue serving you.

03/03/2026

I am honored to have the endorsement of the Hon. David Coyle in my campaign for Branch County Circuit Court Judge.

Judge Coyle served our community as a prosecutor, magistrate, and Judge for more than 40 years and earned a reputation as a fair, thoughtful, and highly respected jurist. His dedication to justice and the rule of law set a high standard for our courts.

To have the support of someone I respect so greatly—both as a judge and as a person—means a tremendous amount to me.

If elected, I will work every day to uphold the same commitment to fairness, integrity, and impartial justice that Judge Coyle demonstrated throughout his distinguished career.

Thank you, Judge Coyle, for your support.

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02/03/2026

Now Collecting Signatures for Circuit Court Candidacy

I’m currently collecting signatures to appear on the ballot for Branch County Circuit Court Judge.

If you are a registered voter in Branch County and would be willing to sign my petition, I would be grateful for your support. Signing a petition simply allows my name to appear on the ballot—it is not an endorsement or a vote.

If you are interested in signing or would like more information, please feel free to message me directly.

I am also accepting help from volunteers willing to serve as petition circulators. If you are interested in assisting my campaign, please let me know.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

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01/24/2026

We are excited to announce the endorsement of Mike Hard, Branch County Drain Commissioner. I have known Mike for many years, both professionally and personally, and I am grateful for his support and confidence. Thank you, Mike—your endorsement is truly appreciated.

01/22/2026

We are honored to announce the personal endorsement of Tom Kramer, Mayor of Coldwater, in support of Zack Stempien for Branch County Circuit Court Judge.

In offering his endorsement, Mayor Kramer stated:

“The County of Branch has been fortunate to have leadership within our City, County, and court system that has been stable and reasonable. Zack Stempien has served as our County Prosecutor for nearly seven years and has distinguished himself through integrity, reasonableness, and professionalism.”

Thank you, Tom, for your support and confidence—it is sincerely appreciated.

Disclaimer: Tom Kramer’s endorsement is made in his personal capacity and should not be construed as an endorsement by the City of Coldwater.

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01/02/2026

I am honored to announce that I have received the endorsement of the Honorable P. William O’Grady in my campaign for Circuit Court Judge. This endorsement is particularly meaningful to me given the professional relationship I developed with Judge O’Grady, first as a judicial intern and later as a prosecutor appearing before him.

In offering his endorsement, Judge O’Grady stated:

“I am pleased to provide my full endorsement of Zachary W. Stempien as our next Circuit Court Judge. I have observed Zack consistently demonstrate the highest moral character, strong legal ability, and sound judgment in his work serving our community. He has represented Branch County before the Michigan Supreme Court and the Michigan Court of Appeals, advocating at the highest levels of our judicial system. Beyond the courtroom, he has shown a deep commitment to our community as a coach and mentor to our youth. He is also a devoted husband and father of three who understands the values important to Branch County families. While I recognize that each voter must make their own decision, I hope you will join me in supporting Zachary W. Stempien for Circuit Court Judge in 2026.”

I am deeply grateful for Judge O’Grady’s confidence and support.

Thank you, Judge O’Grady.