Circuit Court Judges and Legal Professionals in Wheeling
- — Five candidates have announced their bids for the seat on the West Virginia Supreme Court vacated by Justice Beth Walker’s retirement.
- The candidates are competing to fill the seat Walker will leave at the end of her term in December, according to reporting from MSN.
- Judge Laura Faircloth, who currently serves on the Supreme Court as an appointed interim justice, has formally announced her candidacy.
WHEELING, W.Va. — Five candidates have announced their bids for the seat on the West Virginia Supreme Court vacated by Justice Beth Walker’s retirement. Among those vying for the position are circuit judges Laura Faircloth and Todd Kirby, retired Circuit Court Judge H.L. “Kirk” Kirkpatrick III, and Wheeling attorney Martin “Red Hat” Sheehan.
The candidates are competing to fill the seat Walker will leave at the end of her term in December, according to reporting from MSN. The field also includes David Sims, a judge in Ohio County.
Candidates Announced
Judge Laura Faircloth, who currently serves on the Supreme Court as an appointed interim justice, has formally announced her candidacy. She was appointed to the court in January to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Justice Evan Jenkins. Prior to her appointment, Faircloth served as a Monongalia County circuit judge.
Todd Kirby, a judge on the 17th Judicial Circuit, has also entered the race. Kirby presides over cases in Harrison and Doddridge counties.
H.L. “Kirk” Kirkpatrick III, a retired circuit judge, is seeking to return to the bench. Kirkpatrick previously served as a judge in the 23rd Judicial Circuit, covering Wyoming, McDowell, and Mercer counties.
Martin “Red Hat” Sheehan, a Wheeling attorney, is also running for the seat. Sheehan is known for his work as a personal injury lawyer and his distinctive attire, often sporting a red hat.
David Sims, a judge in Ohio County, completes the field of candidates. He presides over cases in the First Judicial Circuit.
Judicial Backgrounds
According to information from the West Virginia Judiciary, Judge Joseph Barki serves Hancock County. Judge Jason A. Cuomo presides over cases in Brooke County, and Judge Michael J. Olejasz serves Ohio County. Judge David J. Sims also serves Ohio County.
Brenda L. Miller serves as the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Ohio County. The Ohio County Probation Office is located at 1413 Eoff Street, Suite 101.
The West Virginia Judiciary website provides contact information for circuit courts throughout the state, including addresses, phone numbers, and fax numbers.