Hon. Jack Helinger

Jack Helinger is a judge serving on the Florida 6th Circuit Court, a position he has held since his appointment by Governor Charlie Crist on December 5, 2008. A graduate of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Bachelor’s degree) and Stetson University College of Law (Juris Doctor), Helinger began his legal career as a practicing attorney and later served as a prosecutor in the State Attorney's Office. He was appointed to the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court in 2006, and subsequently re-elected in 2022, with his current term set to expire on January 2, 2029. Helinger is married to fellow circuit judge Chris Helinger. His career reflects a steady progression from private practice to public service, culminating in a long-standing judicial role within Florida’s legal system.