CODY ROBINSON QUALIFIES TO RUN FOR CIRCUIT JUDGE AND ANNOUNCES “AV PREEMINENT” DESIGNATION FROM MARTINDALE-HUBBELL®

Cody Robinson, an attorney from Gadsden, has qualified for the Republican nomination for Circuit Court Judge, 16th Judicial Circuit, Place 4. 

“I have practiced law in the courts of Alabama for fifteen years, representing individuals, families, businesses, and government agencies.”Robinson said,  “I have maintained a varied practice and have always striven to conduct myself as an attorney with the utmost integrity, holding myself accountable to the highest ethical standards.  I believe that my background, experience, and temperament uniquely qualify me for this position and I am ready to bring the values of hard work and integrity to the office of Circuit Judge.” 

Cody was recently honored by Martindale-Hubbell®, the oldest and one of the most prestigious attorney ranking organization in the country.  Martindale-Hubbell® gave Mr. Robinson their highest possible ranking for both legal ability and ethical standards with their “AV Preeminent” designation. The “AV Preeminent” rating is awarded to less than 10% of all attorneys across the United States and is the highest rating offered by Martindale-Hubbell. As described by Martindale-Hubbell, the Legal Ability Rating indicates professional ability in a specific area of practice and is based on five key areas: legal knowledge, analytical capabilities, judgment, communication ability, and legal experience. The General Ethical Standards Rating denotes adherence to professional standards of conduct and ethics, reliability, diligence, and other criteria relevant to the discharge of professional responsibilities.

Robinson is a native of Etowah County.  He is the son of the late Wayne Robinson, longtime football coach at West End High School, and Wynnelle Robinson, a retired educator in the Gadsden and Etowah County school systems.  

After graduating from Etowah High School, Robinson attended the University of Alabama, having been awarded a full-tuition scholarship in recognition of his academic achievements. During his time at the University, Robinson served as president of his fraternity, was a member of the SGA, Jason’s, Capstone Men & Women and was chosen to serve on the president’s task force for diversity.

After receiving his bachelor’s degree, Robinson was again awarded a full-tuition scholarship to the University of Alabama School of Law.  While in law school, Robinson was named a Howell Heflin Scholar and was awarded the Richard S. Manly Local Government Award.

After returning home to Etowah County, Robinson became a partner in the law firm of Brunson, Robinson & Huffstutler, P.A., where he maintains a busy and diverse practice.  He is a member of the Alabama and Etowah County Bar Associations, Inns of Court, and is admitted to practice in all Alabama state courts, the United States District Court for the Middle and Northern Districts of Alabama, and the United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit. 

He is currently serving as President of the Gadsden Museum of Art Board of Directors, President-Elect of the Gadsden Country Club Board of Governors and is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Gadsden.  He has previously served as a member of the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Board of Directors (Board Member of the Year) and the local chapter of the University of Alabama Alumni Association.  Robinson was voted Etowah County Youth of the Year and served as president of his homeowners’ association for several years.  Robinson has been an active member of the Etowah County Republican Party for more than a decade and has served on the Executive Committee for many years.

Robinson and his wife of fourteen years, Maggie, along with their two children, attend the Episcopal Church of the Holy Comforter in Gadsden where they have been members for thirteen years.  Robinson has served as a vestry member, senior warden and board member and president of the Episcopal Day School.

When asked why he decided to run for circuit judge, Robinson said: “I want to ensure that our children grow up in a society where the rule of law is revered and protected, where our laws are impartially enforced, regardless of one’s race, creed, wealth or poverty.  I want them to grow up knowing that our judicial system is the great defender of liberty and the bulwark of our society. I will always strive to be a judge Etowah County can be proud of, and more importantly, a judge my God, wife, and children can be proud of.”