James J. Jolly

16th District Court
Title: District Court Judge

Elected 16th District Court Judge in November of 2024
Attorney representing clients in municipal matters, higher education, small business, and personal matters, 2008-2024
Assistant City Attorney for Westland, 2022-2024
Livonia City Council Member, 2016-2024
16th District Court Magistrate, 2008-2015
16th District Court Officer, 2007-2008
I am active in Livonia and proud to have initiated Livonia’s Neighborhood Grant Program, spearheaded improvements to a walkable and bike-friendly Livonia, secured private funding for the all-ability playground at Bicentennial Park, and led the master planning process for Greenmead Historical Park.
I received my Juris Doctor from University of Detroit Mercy and my BA from Western Michigan University.
My wife and I have five amazing kids and are happy to share this community with so many great friends and neighbors.