Amy E. Stoner
Lucas County Court of Common Pleas Juvenile Division
Unexpired Term Ending Jan. 1, 2027
Candidate Details
- Residence
Holland - Email
amystonerforjudge@gmail.com - Website
amystonerforjudge.com - Social Media
facebook.com/amystonerforjudge - Age
53 - Occupation
Attorney - Education
University of Toledo College of Law Juris Doctorate 1999
University of Dayton Bachelor of Arts 1993
- Work Experience
Assistant Public Defender, Toledo Legal Aid Society 1/2024 to present
Magistrate, Lucas County Juvenile Court 4/2022-1/2024
Assistant Public Defender, Toledo Legal Aid Society 5/2000-3/2022
Solo Practictioner, Amy E. Stoner Attorney at Law 5/2000-3/2022
- Family
Aunt to 9 amazing nieces and nephews. - Affiliations
Toledo Bar Association
Ohio Association of Magistrates
American Inns of Court/Morrison R. Waite Chapter
Lucas County Bar Association
Ohio State Bar Association (previous member)
Michigan Bar Association
Sisters in Law Program/Mom's House of Toledo
Juvenile Court Citizens Review Board (previous member)
University of Toledo Alumni Association
- Endorsements
Lucas County Democratic Party
Firefighters Local 92
UAW CAP Council
AFL-CIO
Toledo Federation of Teachers Local 250
Northwest Ohio Building Trades
Liuna Local 500
Carpenter’s Local 351
United Association Local 50
Toledo Port Council
Communication Workers of America
Roofers Local Union #134
Cement Masons & Plasters Local #886
International Association of Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers
Associated General Contractors of NW Ohio
Amy E. Stoner
Question 1
List your judicial experience (courts and years)
Magistrate, Lucas County Juvenile Court, 4/2022-1/2024
Abbreviated Candidate AnswersMagistrate, Lucas County Juvenile Court, 4/2022-1/2024
Question 2
What non-judicial legal experience qualifies you to be a judge?
I have been working in this area of the law for 24 years. As a Magistrate, I was tasked with handling dependency, neglect and abuse cases as well as private custody cases. Prior to becoming a Magistrate, I was in private practice and represented clients in both family law and criminal matters where I handled all issues related to custody, divorce, children services issues and guardian ad litem work. I was also a staff attorney for the Toledo Legal Aid Society as an Assistant Public Defender where I represented adults and juveniles charged with both felony and misdemeanor matters. I am exceptionally qualified to handle all cases that come before the Court. I have the experience necessary for this position as my career has been child and family centered and focused on representing parties in the most difficult time of their lives. In my career, both on the bench and off, I have been tasked with making hard choices for the best interest of the children.
Abbreviated Candidate AnswersI have been working in this area of the law for 24 years. As a Magistrate, I was tasked with handling dependency, neglect and abuse cases as well as private custody cases. Prior to becoming a Magistrate, I was in private practice and represented clients in both family law and criminal matters where I handled all issues related to custody, divorce, children services issues and guardian ad litem work. I was also a staff attorney for the Toledo Legal Aid Society as an Assistant Public Defender where I represented adults and juveniles charged with both felony and misdemeanor matters. I am exceptionally qualified to handle all cases that come before the Court. I have the experience necessary for this position as my career has been child and family centered and focused on representing parties in the most difficult time of their lives. In my career, both on the bench and off, I have been tasked with making hard choices for the best interest of the children.
Question 3
Why are you running for this particular court seat?
Given my extensive background focusing on families and children in my career, I feel a strong calling to preside as a judge, aiming to broaden my capacity to assist those who appear before the court. The Juvenile Court significantly influences and impacts numerous lives, and my wealth of experience positions me to navigate the challenging decisions that ultimately serve the best interests of the child. Having represented families and children in this legal setting and previously served as a Magistrate, I bring a unique qualification that sets me apart as the optimal candidate for this role. I am dedicated to serving my community and furthering initiatives and programs that positively impact juveniles and families.
Abbreviated Candidate AnswersGiven my extensive background focusing on families and children in my career, I feel a strong calling to preside as a judge, aiming to broaden my capacity to assist those who appear before the court. The Juvenile Court significantly influences and impacts numerous lives, and my wealth of experience positions me to navigate the challenging decisions that ultimately serve the best interests of the child. Having represented families and children in this legal setting and previously served as a Magistrate, I bring a unique qualification that sets me apart as the optimal candidate for this role. I am dedicated to serving my community and furthering initiatives and programs that positively impact juveniles and families.