Angela Thompson ran away with the race for Daviess County’s new Family Court seat, saying she feels honored the community trusts her to fill the position. Thompson will work with Jennifer Hendricks, who was elected to the first Family Court seat.
Thompson received 13,730 votes to defeat Andrew Johnson (7,871 votes). Julie Hawes Gordon withdrew from the race, so the 3,090 votes cast for her did not count.
“I’m honored that the voters of Daviess County have put their trust in me to be one of Daviess County’s Family Court judges. I plan to work hard for the families of the community and I’m looking forward to working with Mrs. Hendricks to make Family Court a success.”
Thompson said she plans to hit the ground running and day one and hopes to further gain the confidence of the people of Daviess County.
“I want to reduce the time it takes families to get into court. I have several ideas for reducing that,” she said. “Then I want to make sure that when families get to court, justice is served and everyone is given an opportunity to be heard and treated with respect. I also want to issue timely decisions once a case has been heard.”
Thompson has practiced law in Daviess County for 28 years. While in private practice, she has practiced in all areas of family law including divorce, custody, child support, domestic violence, adoption, and as a guardian ad litem for dependent and neglected children.
“I think that the voters looked at my experience and knowledge of the law and my reputation, and that’s what led to our success,” she said.
The seat Thompson won was created by House Bill 214 during the General Assembly session earlier this year. The seat is officially called the 6th Judicial Circuit, Family Division 4.
“I’m really honored to have received the votes and the confidence of Daviess County,” Thompson said. “This is my community and I will do everything I can to make Family Court a success.”
