Judge Paul Jancha

Judge Paul Jancha Elected in 2022 and currently assigned to the Family Division of the Berrien County Trial Court Judge Jancha is a lifelong resident of Berrien County. Joseph.

He grew up in Berrien Springs and St. Joseph, graduating from St. Joseph Public High School. He earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science from the University of Notre Dame, and graduated with honors from Michigan State University College of Law. Prior to his election, Judge Jancha served as Berrien County’s Chief Public Defender from 2020 to 2022, and Chief Assistant Public Defender from 2019 to 2020. He was previously a partner with Jancha Law Offices in St.

I have had the opportunity these past two days to participate in the annual conference for the Michigan Probate Judges A...
06/24/2025

I have had the opportunity these past two days to participate in the annual conference for the Michigan Probate Judges Association.

In the Family Division our probate dockets often involve complex family questions and protections for our most vulnerable residents.

It has been an honor to meet with, learn from, and discuss this important work with many talented and experienced judges from across our state.

I have had the pleasure of working with Albert Mais as a colleague in various roles since I became licensed as an attorn...
09/12/2024

I have had the pleasure of working with Albert Mais as a colleague in various roles since I became licensed as an attorney.

I have worked with him and observed his work during my time as a private attorney, as Berrien County’s Chief Assistant Public Defender, and later as Chief Public Defender for Berrien County.

Since my own election as a District Judge and assignment to the criminal division, Albert has appeared in my courtroom representing clients on a number of occasions.

Without exception, he is prepared, knowledgeable, competent, and courteous. He has earned a great reputation as a successful attorney in and out of the courtroom.

Throughout his career, Albert has demonstrated the level of legal competence and ability, the demeanor and disposition, and the professionalism that will make him a great judge.

For these reasons, Albert Mais has my vote and my endorsement for the position of Berrien County District Court Judge.

Enjoying National Night Out with my family!
08/06/2024

Enjoying National Night Out with my family!

11/10/2022

Now that the election is over, I am beginning the transition to my new judicial role.

Thank you first to my wife, Monica, and our three sons. Thank you to all of my family and friends who have supported me over these many months.

As I promised at the beginning of my campaign, I am committed to always remaining a student of the law, making the hard decisions, and honoring this incredible responsibility.

Today is Election Day! Please remember to exercise your most sacred civic duty and vote!
11/08/2022

Today is Election Day!

Please remember to exercise your most sacred civic duty and vote!

This evening I spoke to the City Council and residents in the beautiful City of New Buffalo. Over the last few weeks I’v...
10/18/2022

This evening I spoke to the City Council and residents in the beautiful City of New Buffalo.

Over the last few weeks I’ve visited the Villages of Grand Beach, Galien, and Stevensville.

I have now attended each of Berrien County’s thirty-nine municipal meetings, met hundreds of our local elected leaders, and spoken with countless citizens of our beautiful county.

November 8th is just around the corner!
10/06/2022

November 8th is just around the corner!

Over the last two weeks I’ve been honored to attend the municipal meetings of Chikaming, Hagar, Lincoln, and Coloma Town...
09/15/2022

Over the last two weeks I’ve been honored to attend the municipal meetings of Chikaming, Hagar, Lincoln, and Coloma Townships, and the Village of Baroda, which was held outside at their beautiful village park.

Thank you to the elected officials and residents of the Village of Shoreham, Benton Charter Township, and the Village of...
08/25/2022

Thank you to the elected officials and residents of the Village of Shoreham, Benton Charter Township, and the Village of Eau Claire for your hospitality during our recent visits!!

Over the last two weeks I’ve been honored to speak with elected leaders and residents in the City of Watervliet, Bainbri...
08/11/2022

Over the last two weeks I’ve been honored to speak with elected leaders and residents in the City of Watervliet, Bainbridge Township, Oronoko Charter Township, and Pipestone Township.

My boys have been sampling the local ice cream!

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