Kenton District Judge for nearly 14 years, former state legislator, lawyer, devoted father and husband, a principled, hardworking and thoughtful judge with courage, conviction and common sense. Judge Sheehan has demonstrated a solid work ethic and sound judgment throughout his career, both on and off the bench.

Judge Sheehan and his wife of 19 years, Rusty, both hold law degrees from Chase College of Law and have been active volunteers serving numerous area charities and civic groups. Rusty previously worked as senior citizens coordinator for eight eastern Kentucky counties and as an assistant prosecutor collecting past due child support. She currently serves as Executive Director of the American Cancer Society’s Northern Kentucky Office. Marty and Rusty have been blessed with one daughter, Rebecca, a Senior Honors student at Notre Dame Academy.

 

Experienced and Hardworking

Judge Sheehan has served as a Kenton District Judge for nearly fourteen years, presiding over more than one hundred and fifty thousand cases. Prior to his election to the bench, Judge Sheehan served as a Kentucky State Legislator for five years and a practicing attorney for ten years. This experience as lawyer, lawmaker and judge has proven to be a valuable asset on the bench, providing Judge Sheehan unique insight into complex legal matters.

Judge Sheehan has earned the reputation as a tireless worker, willing to dedicate the long hours often required to thoroughly and thoughtfully address the matters presented in our courts. His broad experience and solid work ethic make Judge Martin Sheehan the clear choice for Kenton Circuit Judge.

 

Knowledgeable and Principled

Judge Sheehan's legal intellect is unquestioned. His reputation as a legal scholar is evidenced by his service as an adjunct professor at Chase College of Law as well as his regular presentation of legal seminars to organizations including the Kentucky Bar Association and the Kentucky General Assembly.

He has frequently been called upon to provide expert testimony to standing committees of our state legislature on topics ranging from revision of Kentucky’s Juvenile Code to strengthening our D.U.I. laws.

His 19 year marriage and 23 year professional career are unblemished by scandal or ethical lapses. Judge Sheehan's keen legal knowledge and principled character are attributes which will make him an exceptional Kenton Circuit Judge.

 

A Family Tradition of Public Service

Judge Sheehan is cut from the cloth of a strong, honest, hardworking family for whom public service has been a calling. The Sheehan family name has long been synonymous with honest, principled public service. Martin’s dad, the late Gus Sheehan, served Kenton County for over thirty years in public offices that included Trial Commissioner, Commonwealth Attorney, State Representative and State Senator.

Gus taught Judge Sheehan to respect public service and to strive to serve the community honestly and responsibly. If Gus were still with us we believe he would be proud of the job Judge Sheehan has done.