The clerk of the circuit court (commonly called the county clerk) is a constitutional officer voted at-large for a four-year term. The clerk is prohibited from serving more than eight years within a period of 12 years. Functions of the clerk include the following: Attending, either in person or through a deputy, sessions of the circuit court and any other county courts; Clerks must file, record and enter orders pertaining to civil, juvenile and criminal mattersIssuing testamentary letters, letters of administration and letters of guardianship; recording wills, inventories of estates, sale bills, inheritance tax orders, final accounts and reports of distribution in probate proceedings; and keeping money to be held in trustServing ex officio as a member and secretary of the county election board and the county commission on public records; Clerks must also appoint nominees from the two major political parties to the county election boardReceiving filings of candidacy from people seeking certain elective offices and issuing certificates of election to successful local candidatesNotifying the custodian of alien property in Washington, D.C., of any court action involving alien propertyNotifying the clerk of the county in which the case was begun of any court order or judgment related to divorce actions within the county Preparing budget estimates of the amount required to pay expenses of cases tried in other counties and the amount required for operations of the clerk’s office, the courts and for conducting electionsOther important functions of the county clerk relate to voter registration and the implementation of elections for the county. The clerk is responsible for filing registrations from new or eligible voters. The clerk can appoint and supervise deputy officers which are divided between the two major political parties to help with election tasks and to ensure polling location are ready and accessible for voters.
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Campaign Phone
765-409-0531
Education
West Lafayette High School and Purdue University
Experience in Leadership and Management
Clerk Supervisor, Head of Women's Ministry, Manage and communicate with multiple nutrition clients
I bring more than 20 years of experience working within Tippecanoe County’s legal system. During that time, I have served in several roles, including working in the Clerk’s Office as a supervisor, as a paralegal in a private practice, as a court reporter working with many judges, and with the Board of Elections and Voter Registration.
Because of my professional experience, I have seen the system from every angle; inside the Clerk’s Office, inside the courtroom working with judges, and in the private legal sector. That broad background has given me a strong understanding of how the Clerk’s Office supports the courts and serves the public.
I am prepared not just to manage the office, but to lead it with confidence from day one.
The Clerk’s Office plays a vital role in our county. While much of the work happens behind the scenes, the office touches the lives of many people in Tippecanoe County.
The Clerk supports the court system, issues marriage licenses, preserves official public records, manages court related financial transactions, and administers elections and voter registration.
This office MUST operate with professionalism, accuracy, and strong commitment to public service. Many people who come to the office are navigating personal or stressful moments in their lives. They deserve clear information and to be treated with kindness, respect, and efficiency.
This office requires not just experience, but steady leadership and accountability.
My priority is to ensure the Clerk’s Office operates in a way that is organized, efficient, and transparent for the people of Tippecanoe County.
With my experience across multiple roles in the court system, I understand where processes can be improved and how departments can work more effectively together.
I will focus on making services easier for the public to access and understand, ensuring systems are current and user-friendly, and supporting staff so they can perform their work at a high level.
Strong leadership also means listening to employees, to court partners, and to the public, and using that input to continually improve how the office serves the community.
Encouraging voter participation starts with clear communication, education, and trust in the process.
I have experience working directly with voter registration and elections, and I understand how important it is that people feel confident and informed when they participate.
I will focus on outreach to young voters, partnership with local schools, and making sure accurate information is easy to find through community events, social medial and trusted public resources.
It is equally important to support seniors and others who may need additional assistance navigating the process.
