Lasheyl N. Stroud at a glance
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Lasheyl N. Stroud
Biography
Professional career
- Lasheyl Stroud currently serves as a judge of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations and Juvenile Division, having assumed office on January 3, 2021, with her term ending January 2, 2027
Education
- Ohio State University Moritz College of Law in — J.D. (2003)
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Kentucky State University in 2000
Additional information
- The Columbus Bar Association rated her as highly recommended in 2020 Judge Lasheyl Stroud’s combination of legal expertise, judicial experience, community engagement, and personal dedication makes her a well-qualified candidate for continued service as a judge in Franklin County
- She previously held the role of the Lead Juvenile Magistrate in the same court from 2013 until her election
- Stroud has extensive litigation experience
- handling jury trials, bench trials, and appellate cases, with a focus on both civil and criminal matters.
- Breast cancer survivor and a champion of change.
- Beyond her judicial duties, Judge Stroud is active in mentoring youth, volunteering at schools, churches, and civic organizations, and participating in community events.
- She is admitted to practice before all Ohio courts, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court
- overseeing cases, chairing court committees, and managing the Empowerment Docket.
- She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and New Covenant Believers’ Church, and she has been recognized for her dedication to public service and advocacy for families
- She has received endorsements from the Franklin County Democratic Party, Franklin County Young Democrats, Stonewall Democrats of Central Ohio, Columbus Professional Fire Fighters Local 67, and other labor and professional organizations.
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Sources
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