Meet Sherita

"Every experience has led me here–to step up, to serve, to listen, and to build a justice system that reflects the best of who we are. Join me in building a system we can all trust—one that serves and strengthens our entire community."

Sherita Walton

Sherita is a seasoned attorney with over twenty years of legal experience. She began her career at a prestigious New York law firm, handling complex litigation, white-collar criminal defense, and securities enforcement matters. Her experience includes more than a decade prosecuting serious crimes in two of the nation's most demanding prosecutorial jurisdictions. She spent eight years as an Assistant District Attorney in the Manhattan DA’s office and nearly five years in the Wake County DA’s office. In both offices, she prosecuted cases at various levels, including homicides, serious assaults, financial crimes, and property offenses.

Sherita currently serves as a Senior Associate City Attorney advising the Raleigh Police Department. After the events of 2020, she saw an opportunity to support accountability and help rebuild trust between law enforcement and the community they serve. In this role, she trains officers in constitutional policing and provides legal guidance that ensures accountability and community safety. She understands what it takes to build strong cases and ensure fairness at every stage of the process.

As a first-generation college and law school graduate, Sherita earned her degrees with honors from Binghamton University and Pace University School of Law. Born and raised in New York, she chose Wake County as home over a decade ago, raising her family here while serving this community. She is the proud daughter of a mother who instilled in her the values of faith, hard work, and resilience. She leads with both empathy and courage, believing that true justice means ensuring fairness for all.

Sherita is running for Wake County District Attorney because this moment demands a leader with broad perspective and principled judgment to ensure that the justice system works for everyone. Her vision is to lead an office that the public can trust—an office that reflects our shared values and helps ensure Wake County remains a desirable place to live, work, and raise families.

When elected, Sherita will make history as Wake County's first African American District Attorney—bringing both milestone achievement and proven excellence to the role our community deserves.

clear, consistent, and focused PRIORITIES

1

Promote Public Safety

I will prioritize the prosecution of violent crimes — including gun violence, sexual assault, and domestic abuse — to safeguard our communities. Ensuring the safety of Wake County residents will always remain at the core of my work.

2

Administer Justice with Integrity and Compassion

Every person who enters the justice system — whether victim, defendant, attorney, or community member — deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. I’m committed to a system where everyone feels heard and no one is invisible.

3

Foster Transparency in Prosecutorial Decisions

Building trust starts with openness. I will implement transparent practices, such as public case outcome reporting, accessible information about office guidelines and policies, and regular community listening sessions to ensure the public understands how and why decisions are made.

4

Pursue Effective Criminal Justice Reform

I will expand access to diversion and prevention programs that reduce recidivism and support long-term success — including mental health diversion and youth intervention programs.

5

Strengthen and Support the Office

Wake County is the largest and one of the fastest-growing counties in North Carolina. I will work to expand staffing, invest in professional development, and secure the resources our Assistant DAs need to deliver timely and effective justice for all.

Career Accomplishments

With over two decades of legal experience across both public and private sectors, Sherita has built a career grounded in justice, public safety, and service. Each chapter of her journey has deepened her understanding of the law and strengthened her commitment to serving people with integrity and compassion.

Since 2021, as a Senior Associate City Attorney, Sherita has provided daily legal guidance to the Raleigh Police Department. Her work includes advising during critical incidents and use-of-force events. She assists with policy recommendations, responds to requests for release and disclosure of law enforcement agency recordings, and ensures legal compliance and transparency in public records responses
When Sherita moved to Wake County, she continued her public service as a prosecutor. For nearly five years, she handled some of the county’s violent and complex cases, including homicides, shootings, assaults, and financial crimes.
In 2008, Sherita pursued her passion to serve the public directly. She joined the New York County District Attorney’s Office as an Assistant District Attorney in the Trial Division. There, she prosecuted some of the most serious violent felonies, including ones connected to gang activity, requiring close collaboration with law enforcement and sensitivity to community impact. In 2013, Sherita received the Grace Under Pressure Award for maintaining professionalism and composure in high-stakes situations.
Sherita’s legal career began in the private sector, where she represented a wide range of clients—from those facing investigations or charges before the Securities and Exchange Commission or United States Attorney's Office to working families navigating family court without the means to afford legal representation.

Education

J.D. – Pace University School of Law (2002)

B.A – Binghamton University (1999)

Licensure

Licensed Attorney in North Carolina (since 2015)

Licensed in New York, New Jersey (2003–2016)

Memberships

North Carolina State Bar
North Carolina Bar Association

Wake County Bar Association

Capital City Lawyers Association

North Carolina Association of Black Lawyers

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