Meet Brett
I have been honored this year to be considered for one of the five positions on the ballot as a nominee for Ninth Judicial District Justice of the Supreme Court. In hopes of gaining your complete support at this year’s convention, I want to take this opportunity to share with you why I am seeking to serve as a judge and how my professional
background has prepared me for this important role.
For over two decades, I have had the privilege of serving in various roles in the legal profession, each of which has reinforced my commitment to justice and fairness under the law. My journey began as a civil litigation attorney in San Francisco, where I honed my skills in professional malpractice civil litigation defense, focusing on cases involving negligence and breach of fiduciary duty claims. This experience taught me the importance of meticulous analysis and advocacy, skills that are essential for a judge entrusted with upholding the rule of law.
After moving to Orange County, New York, I co-founded Hunter & Broge, PLLC, a Goshen firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services across a wide spectrum of practice areas. As a partner attorney, I navigated complex legal landscapes, from criminal defense and family law disputes to real estate transactions and extensive work as a trial attorney in civil litigation. In 2022, I moved to Legal Services of the Hudson Valley, where I have focused on defending indigent tenant clients facing eviction and advocating for housing habitability rights. This work has deepened my understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable members of our community and reinforced my dedication to promoting access to justice for all.
Beyond my professional endeavors, I also served as the Chairman of the Orange County Democratic Committee from 2014-2022. This role provided me with valuable insights into the broader issues affecting our legal system and underscored the importance of integrity and impartiality among those who serve as our judicial officers. Throughout my tenure as chair, I engaged in significant community interaction which both broadened my perspective on our communities’ challenges while hopefully increasing individuals’ confidence in me, as a potential judge, should I ultimately be elected.
As I seek your support in this endeavor, I am guided by a steadfast commitment to fairness, integrity, and equal justice under the law. I believe that my diverse legal background, combined with my dedication to our community, has prepared me to serve effectively as a judge. With your support, I am confident that together we can uphold the principles that form the foundation of our legal system and ensure that justice is accessible to all.
Brett