Joel R. Blankenship

Jefferson County Probate Judge, Place 2

Party: Republican

Residence: Homewood

Political experience: 2014 Republican candidate for Jefferson County tax assessor.

Professional experience: Attorney with The Blankenship Law Firm, 2009-present; legal counsel for Alabama Football Coaches Association, 2010-2013.

Education: Juris doctorate, Samford University, 2009; bachelor’s in political science/government and history, Samford University, 2005.

Main issues: Election integrity; making the Probate Court user friendly.

Campaign: Campaign website, Facebook.