Editor’s Note: The following is a part of a series of profiles on candidates running in contested Harrison County primaries in the upcoming May 14 primary election.
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Zach Dyer is running for the role of Division 2 Harrison County circuit judge.
Biography:
“I grew up in Harrison County. I obtained my BA in International Studies and law degree from WVU. I met my wife, Rachel, in law school. I commuted to Clarksburg for work for eight years, while Rachel was the founder of Parkey & Dyer, a virtual law firm handling mineral rights for large corporations. After having our first daughter, Zoe, we decided to move back to Harrison County, wanting to be closer to family. We have two daughters now — Zoe, 4 years old, and Elle, 21 months old — and plan on raising them here. I have an extensive and diverse practice spanning across 30 counties in West Virginia and the Northern and Southern federal district courts of West Virginia.”
What are your qualifications for circuit judge of Harrison County?
“For almost 12 years, I have been a practicing litigator, which means I am in the courtroom nearly every day of the week. I have extensive experience with almost every type of case that would come before a circuit court judge. I have seen firsthand throughout my career how judges operate a fair courtroom where everyone’s rights are respected. I’ve prided myself on listening to others that know more than me. I have learned how to be a great lawyer from other great lawyers, and I’ve witnessed and experienced how to be a great judge from other great judges.”
What is your stance on bond?
“Pursuant to WV Judicial Canon 4.1(A)(11) a judicial candidate shall not in connection with cases, controversies, or issues that are likely to come before the court, make pledges, promises, or commitments that are inconsistent with the impartial performance of the adjudicative duties of judicial office. If elected as circuit judge, I promise to consider bond on a case-by-case basis and apply the law to the facts of each case when making a decision as it relates to any bond issue.”
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