MADISON—Today, State Rep. Maureen McCarville endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1.
Rep. McCarville (AD-45) is the latest State Representative in Dane County to endorse Judge Ben Jones, including Rep. Sheila Stubbs (AD-78), Rep. Francesca Hong (AD-76) and Rep. Lisa Subeck (AD-79). They join WI Supreme Court Justice Susan Crawford, who Judge Jones replaced on the Dane County Circuit Court, and Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett, who have also backed Jones for a full term on Branch 1.
“Judge Ben Jones brings a sense of balance and fairness that our community can count on,” said Rep. Maureen McCarville. “He’s thoughtful, grounded, and committed to keeping our neighborhoods safe while ensuring everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ben has the right temperament, the right experience, and the right values to keep serving the people of Dane County well.”
“I’m honored to have the support of Rep. Maureen McCarville,” said Judge Ben Jones. “Whether in the Assembly or as County Supervisor, Maureen has dedicated her career to strengthening our neighborhoods and standing up for fairness and common sense. I’m grateful for her trust, and proud to have her partnership, as we work to ensure justice that’s fair, accessible, and reflects the values we all share.”
A longtime champion for the rights of kids and inclusion in education, Judge Jones was appointed to the bench by Governor Tony Evers earlier this year, following a comprehensive merit-driven selection process. Prior to being appointed to the bench, Judge Jones built an impressive record as an attorney in private practice, and then was chief legal counsel at the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), the state’s education agency.
Jones distinguished himself at DPI as the leader developing legal frameworks for providing education during the COVID crisis. He was also the architect of a legal strategy to protect children’s rights, especially as the Trump Administration has tried to undermine protections secured through generations of advocacy – especially for LGBTQ+ kids.
Judge Jones lives in Monona with his wife and two sons, and is a proud graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison and UW Law School.
The general election will be April 7, 2026, with a primary election to be held February 17 if there are three or more candidates.
