Anthony Pierson, is a dedicated advocate for justice and accountability. From a young age, Anthony experienced the harsh reality of crime when his mother fell victim to a traumatic armed robbery, an event that shaped his perception of the criminal justice system. Motivated by the desire to improve it, he now seeks to use his extensive experience in criminal law to protect the citizens of Franklin County and ensure that criminals are held responsible for their actions.
The turning point in Anthony’s career occurred while studying law at The Ohio State University College of Law. Driven by his vivid memories of his mother’s robbery, he became captivated by criminal law and sought to find ways to improve the criminal justice system. Every criminal law course he took was a quest to answer the crucial question: “How can we make the criminal justice system work for us, rather than merely incarcerating individuals? How can we simultaneously hold the guilty accountable while protecting the innocent and wrongfully accused?”
Anthony’s journey in criminal law has been diverse and extensive. He served as a small-town prosecutor for the City of Dublin, where he gained valuable experience handling a wide range of cases. Later, he assumed the role of a major metropolitan county prosecutor for Franklin County, allowing him to develop a deep understanding of the challenges faced in larger urban areas. Anthony’s commitment to justice led him to serve as chief of staff and chief legal counsel for Ohio’s Juvenile Prison System, where he worked tirelessly to reform the system and ensure fair treatment for young offenders. Additionally, he served as a principal assistant attorney general, prosecuting crimes throughout Ohio and gaining a broad perspective on the intricacies of criminal law.
Anthony’s philosophy centers on accountability. Regardless of one’s status, whether a CEO of a major corporation, a gang member, a police officer, or a repeat violent offender, he believes that everyone should be subject to the same standards of the law. This unwavering commitment to equality and fairness has driven him to prosecute both police officers and gang members, proving that justice should be blind and impartial.
