Organizational Endorsements

Spokane Police Guild

We support Jennifer Zappone for Spokane County District Court Judge. Our members voiced high praise for the work she has done in the Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney's office.

She is known for her hard work, deep knowledge of all sides of the legal process, and the respect she shows everyone involved. She clearly demonstrates a desire to see justice and fair outcomes for every member of our community.


Spokane County Republican Party


Spokane County Young Democrats

We’re proud to endorse Jenny Zappone for Judge, Position 3!

Jenny is compassionate, thoughtful, and immensely qualified. She shows up for our community, and will be a fair-minded voice in Spokane’s justice system.


Spokane County Deputy Sheriff’s Association

The Spokane County Deputy Sheriff’s Association, comprised of over 225 members, endorses you for the position of Spokane County District Court Judge.

We believe you are and will continue to be the best person for the job and make Spokane a safer place to live and raise a family.

The members of the Spokane County Deputy Sheriff’s Association would like to ask everyone to join us in voting for Jenny Zappone for Spokane County District Court Judge!


Teamsters Joint Council No. 28


Spokane Regional Labor Council


Washington 3rd Legislative District Democrats


Washington 4th Legislative District Democrats


Aerospace Machinists Industrial District Lodge 751


Carpenters Local 59


International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers #77


Washington 6th Legislative District Democrats


Individual Endorsements

  • Judge Harold D Clarke III

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE

  • Judge Raymond Clary

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE

  • Judge John Cooney

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE

    Please join me in supporting Jenny Zappone for Judge of the Spokane County District Court, Position 3. I have had the privilege of presiding over numerous cases Jenny has prosecuted, including serious assaults and homicides. She displays a strong work ethic, professionalism, and knowledge of the law. These qualities, combined with her attentiveness to fairness, leaves no doubt she is the best candidate for this position.

  • Judge Timothy Fennessy

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE

    As a longtime member of the Spokane community, a mother and a deputy prosecuting attorney with more than 10 years experience in that office, Jenny Zappone is uniquely qualified to be a District Court Judge. Her focus and dedication are illustrated by her competitive snow skiing career AND her transition from law student, to young lawyer and then to young deputy prosecutor. Jenny has earned my support and strong endorsement. Vote Zappone for District Court Judge Position 3!

  • Judge Angelle Gerl

    AIRWAY HEIGHTS MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE

    I endorse Jenny Zappone for judge.

  • Judge Tony Hazel

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE

    I enthusiastically endorse Jenny Zappone for Position 3 of the Spokane County District Court. I have known Jenny for many years, as a colleague and as a Superior Court practitioner who has handled numerous felony cases. Jenny works hard and knows the law. She continually seeks to improve her practice, never letting ego stop her from changing course to methods that enhance efficiency or access to justice. She has a reputation of integrity and civility toward all. Without hesitation, I support Jenny Zappone for District Court Judge. She is the best candidate for the job, and the citizens of Spokane County would be lucky to have her.

  • Judge Kevin Korsmo

    DIVISION III APPELLATE JUDGE (RETIRED)

  • Judge Kathleen O'Connor

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE (RETIRED)
    HONORARY CHAIR, COMMITTEE TO ELECT JENNY ZAPPONE

    I support Jennifer Zappone for Spokane County District Court Judge, Department 3. Ms. Zappone has worked in the Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney’s office since May 2011. She steadily rose through the ranks and is currently the Supervisor of the General Felony Unit. Ms. Zappone’s background and experience has readied her for the challenging position of District Court Judge.

  • Judge Annette Plese

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE

    Jenny Zappone is bright and hard working—qualities needed to meet the demands of a career on the bench!!!

  • Judge Michael Price

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE

  • Commissioner Nichole Swennumson

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT COMMISSIONER

  • Judge Michelle Szambelan

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE

  • Judge Rick White

    SPOKANE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT JUDGE (RETIRED)

    I have known Jenny since she was in grade school and when I was a judge she appeared in my court many times. She is committed to justice and public service. She will be a great judge.

  • Todd Adolphson

    ATTORNEY, PISKEL YAHNE KOVARIK, PLLC

    I have known Jenny since grade school and had the privilege of working along side her at the Spokane County Prosecutor's Office. She is caring and determined and will make an outstanding judge.

  • Bernadine Bank, MD

    CHAS CLINIC GYNECOLOGIST

    Jenny Zappone is a working mother of 3 lovely boys. She is the supervisor of the Victim's Advocacy Department for the Spokane County Prosecutor's Office. I am confident she will be a fair and impartial judge. I strongly endorse her for District Court Judge, Position 3.

  • Steven Clark

    MANAGING PARTNER, CLARK LAW, PLLC. FORMER ATTORNEY AT CRARY, CLARK, DOMANICO AND CHUANG, AND THE SPOKANE COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE.

    During my time working in this legal community, I've had my share of cases against Ms. Zappone. It's that experience that makes me confident she'd make an exceptional judge. In our dealings, she didn't always give me what I asked for, but each time, I left feeling like I'd been heard, respected, and considered justly. As a fellow Spokane native, Jenny cares deeply about this community and would make an excellent addition to the District Court Bench. Please join me in supporting Jenny for Judge!

  • Maija M Druffel

    ATTORNEY, LAW OFFICES OF MARIS BALTINS PS

  • Krista Elliott

    Krista Elliott

    PARTNER, DINENNA & ASSOCIATES, SUPERIOR COURT PRO TEM COMMISSIONER, AND FORMER JUVENILE PUBLIC DEFENDER

    I have worked as an attorney in Spokane County for 17+ years and had many cases where Ms. Zappone and I were opposing parties. As a prosecutor, she has a reputation for fairness, and a record of seeking justice. These are qualities that will make her an excellent District Court Judge. I strongly support Ms. Zappone for Judge.

  • Bill Etter

    MEMBER, ETTER, MCMAHON, LAMBERTSON, VAN WERT & ORESKOVICH, P.C.

  • Christopher Greene

    ATTORNEY, MCNEICE WHEELER, PLLC

    I have known Jenny and her family since we were little kids in grade school. She will make a fantastic District Court Judge and I am so excited to endorse her!

  • Carl Hueber

    ATTORNEY, WINSTON & CASHATT LAWYERS

    Jenny is a skilled and fair prosecutor. She will make a great District Court Judge!

  • Mark Jones

    OWNER, NORTH PINES CHIROPRACTIC

  • Yvette Joseph

    SOCIAL WORKER / PRIVATE CONSULTANT

    I'm delighted to endorse Jenny Zappone for District Court Judge, as she has worked to support those who have behavioral health issues and require a helping hand to treat and overcome their challenges. She's been a advocate for youth as well. Her fairness and compassion is needed in Spokane County Court.

  • Ozzie Knezovich

    SPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF

    I endorse Ms. Zappone because she is about community safety.

  • Mary Kuney

    SPOKANE COUNTY COMMISSIONER

  • Joshua Lane

    MEMBER, AHLERS CHRESSMAN & SLEIGHT PLLC

    I have known Jennifer Zappone for 20+ years and support her for Spokane County District Court Judge, Department 3. Based upon her outstanding personal and professional integrity and commitment to fairness and justice, her ability to communicate clearly and effectively, and her courage and ability to make difficult decisions under stress, she is an exceptionally well-qualified candidate that will strengthen the bar and her community.

  • Collette Leland

    PRINCIPAL, WINSTON & CASHATT LAWYERS

    Jenny is smart, fair, and compassionate. She knows the value of hard work and understands the importance of a justice system that works. Jenny will make a great judge.

  • Bevan Maxey

    PRINCIPAL, MAXEY LAW OFFICES PLLC

  • Morgan Maxey

    ATTORNEY, MAXEY LAW OFFICES PLLC

  • Robert McCallum

    OWNER, VALHALLA VENDING

    Jenny and her family are wonderful people with an outstanding sense of community. As a business owner and political activists in multiple counties in Washington state, I feel comfortable saying that Jenny is doing here best to improve Spokane for its residents.

  • Preston McCollam

    ATTORNEY

    I have worked alongside Jenny Zappone as a Deputy Prosecutor for many years and I am extremely happy to have the opportunity to endorse her for the Spokane County District Court. I support Jenny because she is capable, consistent, and she cares deeply about this community. As an attorney, Jenny has a reputation for fairness and integrity. On a personal note, she is truly one of the most caring individuals that I know.

    Over the years I have seen Jenny handle a wide variety of cases as well as complex issues that required much thought and consideration. She carefully considers all sides of an issue and strives for fairness in her daily practice. Jenny’s tenacity and determination inside and out of the courtroom are a testament to her character. She will be a fantastic addition to the bench.

    Jenny has proven time and again that she is a zealous advocate for justice, and as a judge she will continue working hard to keep this community safe.

  • John Nowels

    UNDERSHERIFF, SPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE / CANDIDATE FOR SPOKANE COUNTY SHERIFF 2022

    Ms. Zappone's experience, work ethic, and bearing make her an exceptional candidate for District Court Judge. Ms. Zappone possesses the vision and leadership we need on the bench to keep Spokane County safe.

  • Brian O'Brien

    SENIOR ATTORNEY / SUPERVISOR OF APPELLATE UNIT, SPOKANE COUNTY PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE (RETIRED)

  • Thaddeus O'Sullivan

    ATTORNEY, O’SULLIVAN LEGAL PLLC

  • Carl Oreskovich

    MEMBER, ETTER, MCMAHON, LAMBERSON, VAN WERT, & ORESKOVICH, P.C.

  • Timm Ormsby

    STATE REPRESENTATIVE, 3RD DISTRICT POSITION 2

  • Mike Padden

    WASHINGTON STATE SENATOR, 4TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

  • Christian Phelps

    PRINCIPAL, LAW OFFICES OF CHRISTIAN J. PHELPS

  • Steve Reich

    SENIOR ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER (RETIRED)

    As an Assistant Public Defender, I had many cases with Jenny Zappone during her 10 years as a Prosecuting Attorney. She always worked very hard to be open minder, fair and respectful with all the people she dealt with. I have no doubt that she will bring that same legal and personal experience to the District Court bench. Please join me in supporting Jenny Zappone for District Court Judge.

  • Joel White

    LOCAL BUSINESSMAN

  • Judge Gloria Ochoa-Bruck

    SPOKANE MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE

  • Judge Ellen Clark

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE (RETIRED)

    Jenny Zappone appeared before me on a regular basis. She was everything you would want in an attorney and a judge: smart, prepared, thoughtful and reasonable. She is also a kind, caring and concerned human being. The citizens of Spokane County would greatly benefit from having Jenny Zappone as a District Court judge.

  • Judge Patti Connolly Walker

    SPOKANE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT JUDGE

  • Judge John C. Cooney

    SPOKANE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT JUDGE (RETIRED)

  • Judge Aimee Mauer

    SPOKANE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT JUDGE

  • Commissioner Jeremy Schmidt

    SPOKANE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT COMMISSIONER

  • Judge Gregory Tripp

    SPOKANE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT JUDGE (RETIRED)

  • Chris Bugbee

    PRINCIPAL, BUGBEE LAW OFFICE P.S.

  • Christine Carlile

    ATTORNEY

  • Jerry Dicker

    OWNER, GVD COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES, INC.

  • Jack Driscoll

    FORMER CHIEF CIVIL AND CHIEF CRIMINAL / SENIOR ATTORNEY, SPOKANE COUNTY PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE

  • Kelly Fitzgerald

    FORMER HEAD OF MAJOR CRIMES AND PROSECUTOR OF 24 YEARS

  • Margeaux Fox

    ATTORNEY

  • Whitney Hall

    ATTORNEY

  • Sharon Hedlund

    DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY, SPOKANE COUNTY PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE

    I've known Ms. Zappone since 2011 and have witnessed her growth as an attorney and as an advocate for her colleagues and the community. Jenny has an innate ability to view an issue from all angles and make a reasoned decision. These attributes will serve her well as a judicial officer.

  • Lewis (Rod) Higgins

    DEPUTY MAYOR, CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY

  • Shadan Kapri

    OWNER/ ATTORNEY, KAPRI LAW FIRM

    Jenny is a proven advocate for victims and a Spokane native that makes us all proud! I couldn’t be more thrilled to endorse her for a position as a Judge!

  • Steve Kinn

    FORMER DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY (RETIRED)

    As a career Deputy Prosecutor, I witnessed first hand her dedication to public service and the skill and compassion that contributed to her vocation.

  • Debbie Kurbitz

    ATTORNEY

  • Dan Lambert

    I've met and talked with Jenny. She is ready to be a great Judge. Yes!

  • Alexis Lundgren

    ATTORNEY

    Jenny takes her role as a prosecutor seriously, upholding the law and considering victims and community safety, while also ensuring defendants' constitutional rights are protected. This common sense approach makes her particularly suited to the bench, where she will continue to seek justice for the community without sacrificing the sacred rights guaranteed to each of us. She has my full support.

  • Scott Mason

    DIRECTOR, COUNSEL FOR DEFENSE (RETIRED)

  • Preston McCollam

    ATTORNEY

  • Katie McNulty

    ATTORNEY

  • Patrick McNulty

    ATTORNEY

  • Dale Nagy

    ATTORNEY

  • Gary Randall

    RETIRED PROFESSOR OF LAW

    She is well qualified for this position. Smart. And a good person.

  • Diana Roireau

    LEGAL SECRETARY, SPOKANE COUNTY PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE

    I've witnessed Mrs. Zappone to be an honest, fair and committed Prosecutor. She is respected and admired by those that have worked with her. Her ability to bring her "A" game will always make a difference. I fully endorse Mrs. Zappone as an asset to the justice system of Spokane County.

  • Pat Schaff

    ATTORNEY

  • Rosemarie Schmidt

    ACTIVE RETIRED REGISTERED NURSE

    Jenny has an education and professional background that Spokane can be proud to support.

  • Alisha Smithson

    ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO FINANCIAL PLANNER, VIREN AND ASSOCIATES

  • Lynden Smithson

    CHIEF ASSISTANT CITY PROSECUTOR

  • Hannah Stearns

    ATTORNEY

  • Larry Steinmetz

    ATTORNEY

    I have had the pleasure of working with Jenny Zappone for many years in the prosecutor’s office, and directly over the past year as she supervises our general felony and victim witness units within our office. What stands out about Ms. Zappone and why I am supporting her for district court judge, is that she is even-keeled and has a great deal of common sense, consistently demonstrates good judgment, is an empathetic listener, and there is no problem too small for Ms. Zappone to analyze and solve to the satisfaction of all concerned. Putting her intuitiveness to work, Ms. Zappone supervises many of our newer felony deputy prosecutors, and teaches each to make sound, practical decisions and to respect both sides of an argument on any given case. Without a doubt, with her many admirable qualities and down-to-earth perspective, Ms. Zappone would serve the community well if elected as a district court judge.

  • Reverend George Taylor

    PASTOR

    I support Jennifer Zappone for Judge. She is honest and fair. She is a good person with a compassionate heart. She will serve our community well on the bench.

  • Steve Tucker

    FORMER ELECTED SPOKANE COUNTY PROSECUTOR

  • Gretchen Verhoef

    ATTORNEY

  • Tim Welsh

    CEO, GARCO CONSTRUCTION

  • Rich Whaley

    ATTORNEY