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Cheryl Andrews McDonald Appointed as New District Court Judge in Forsyth County, North Carolina

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Published on December 05, 2025
Cheryl Andrews McDonald Appointed as New District Court Judge in Forsyth County, North CarolinaSource: Wikipedia/Harrison Keely, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

North Carolina has a new District Court judge for Judicial District 31 in Forsyth County. Governor Josh Stein appointed Cheryl Andrews McDonald to the bench following the retirement of Judge George Cleland IV. McDonald is a solo practitioner in Winston-Salem with experience in both civil and criminal law.

McDonald has nearly two decades of legal experience. She began her career at Holton Law Firm, PLLC in 2010 and later worked at the Forsyth County Public Defender’s Office. She holds degrees from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and Wake Forest University School of Law, according to the Office of the Governor.

Governor Stein expressed confidence in Cheryl Andrews McDonald, highlighting her nearly 20 years of legal experience and commitment to justice. He noted that her qualifications and record of service make her well-prepared to serve as District Court judge for Judicial District 31.