My Reaction to Criticism of Judge Olu Stevens

By Abigail Green | April 17, 2015

While working at the Public Defender’s office, many of my adult circuit cases landed in Circuit Division 6, presided over by Judge Olu Stevens. I still remember my first time in Judge Stevens’ courtroom. He had his deputy sheriff come over to me and ask for my name so that he could avoid having to ask who I was in front of my client.…

Judicial Elections Matter: Be informed. Get out and vote.

By Courtney Preston Kellner | October 3, 2014

With Monday being the last day to register to vote in the state of Kentucky, I thought this might be a good time to emphasize how important it is to not only vote in November's judicial elections, but to be an informed voter. Click here to learn how to register. So often when the ballot is full of judicial races, people just aren't interested—they…

What to Expect in the Jefferson County Court System

By Abigail Green | October 2, 2014

As an attorney who practices in Jefferson County, I often forget how intimidating a trip to the courthouse can be to newcomers. I think people experience anxiety because they aren’t sure exactly what to expect in our local court system. I’ve decided to create a series of blog posts letting people know what to expect in Jefferson County based on my experience. I plan…

Punished at the Polls

By Courtney Preston Kellner | June 23, 2014

An article discussing the political prospects of public defenders and private defense counsel has been making its way around Facebook in the last few days.(Check it out here.) It outlines the problems that defense attorneys face when running for public office. Unfortunately, it seems that party opponents and political action committees are pouncing on the stigma associated with earning a living providing the accused…