Rick Piereck
Candidate for the upcoming General Election on November 3, 2026. Always verify official ballot status with the Maryland State Board of Elections.
Democratic nominee for Judge of the Orphans' Court for Calvert County. Principal attorney at Piereck Law, LLC, former Assistant State's Attorney in Calvert and Prince George's counties, and U.S. Army veteran. Brings extensive litigation experience, judicial temperance, and a deep commitment to fairness, accessibility, and integrity to the Orphans' Court.
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Verified Policy Stances & Platform
Public record positions, statements, and campaign positions.
Pledges to modernize judicial administration by shifting to electronic files, adopting modern case-management tools, and streamlining docket scheduling to minimize delays for grieving families navigating probate and estate disputes.
Focuses on modernizing case management and moving away from paper delays to ensure the court operates efficiently and transparently.
"I will shift the office to electronic files and bring on board modern tools... Additionally, I will update training with a specific focus on technology to ensure standards are met."
Dedicated to impartial, transparent justice with equitable treatment for all parties, safeguarding the best interests of minors in guardianship matters and providing compassionate, dignified proceedings for bereaved families.
Emphasizes fairness, integrity, transparency, and accessible service for Calvert County residents and families during life's most sensitive legal transitions.
"Putting my experience to work for Calvert County with fairness, integrity, and transparency. I will ensure equitable treatment... and ensure the court is more accessible and service-oriented for our community."
Official Campaign Priorities
- Fair, compassionate, and impartial adjudication of contested probate, estate, and trust matters
- Protecting the property rights and welfare of minors in guardianship proceedings
- Modernizing court procedures and docket management to eliminate delays for grieving families
- Upholding the highest standards of judicial ethics, accessibility, and transparency
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Attorney and former Assistant State's Attorney Rick Piereck has officially filed as a Democratic candidate for Judge of the Orphans' Court in Calvert County for the 2026 General Election.