Candidates
Candidate Profiles
Hon. Karen Held Phipps
Candidate for:
Franklin County Common Pleas Court, General Division
Undergraduate Education:
2000 graduate of Capital University, Bachelor’s of Science (Business Major)
Legal Education:
2003 graduate of Capital Law School
Legal Experience:
During Law School I clerked at Reminger & Reminger, then Clark, Perdue, Roberts, & Scott.
I passed the bar and was hired at Clark, Perdue, Roberts, & Scott as an attorney.
In fall of 2003 I opened my own firm and focused on criminal defense with a small civil practice. I ran my practice until I was elected and took the bench in January of 2019.
I have presided over my court room since January 4, 2019.
Candidate Statement:
(In response to the question, "Please explain why you believe you are qualified for the judicial position for which you are
seeking election.")
After practicing law and litigating for 15 years, I ran for Judge. I was fortunate enough to be elected and have been presiding over cases on my docket since January 4, 2019. I have applied the experience gained practicing law and litigating cases to handling my docket. I have reduced the number of cases on my docket substantially during my time as a Judge. I work hard and have implemented practices that keep my docket moving, but also help those in need to get the treatment or help they need to prevent them from recidivism. I am a firm believer in treating everyone with equity and justice.
Columbus Bar Association
2024 Judiciary Committee Finding:
4 stars
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Running Against:
(unopposed)