Caryn VanderHeuvel Magazine--10-2020
Caryn VanderHeuvel of Fort Gratiot, Michigan, is running for St. Clair County District Court Judge. Learn more about Caryn in this magazine that outlines the professional and personal experiences that make her the right candidate for the position.
Caryn VanderHeuvel of Fort Gratiot, Michigan, is running for St. Clair County District Court Judge. Learn more about Caryn in this magazine that outlines the professional and personal experiences that make her the right candidate for the position.
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The <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong> Family<br />
John, Tessa, <strong>Caryn</strong>, Mark, Anna, Luke, and Sarah
Allow St. Clair County Residents<br />
to Elect Their District Court Judge:<br />
Vote for <strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong><br />
Dear St. Clair County Resident:<br />
In November, the voters of St. Clair County will have<br />
the opportunity to elect a District Court judge of their<br />
choosing. I am the right choice for our community. I will<br />
bring common sense, compassion, and experience to<br />
the District Court bench.<br />
Since 20<strong>10</strong>, I have served as an Attorney Referee with<br />
the St. Clair County Friend of Court, working with<br />
thousands of families in our community. Many families<br />
are struggling with issues such as substance abuse,<br />
mental health concerns, domestic violence, and loss of<br />
housing, while addressing custody and parenting time<br />
matters. These issues are also commonly found in<br />
District Court cases.<br />
As a Referee, I have applied common sense and<br />
compassion while making decisions that are in the<br />
best interest of families, and our community. I am the<br />
only candidate who will bring to the District Court <strong>10</strong><br />
years of experience making impartial decisions for our<br />
community.<br />
Please make sure your voice is heard; put the right<br />
candidate for St. Clair County on the 72nd District Court<br />
bench.<br />
Please vote for <strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong>.<br />
I would be humbled to have your support.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
<strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong><br />
For the past <strong>10</strong> years,<br />
I have made decisions<br />
that are in the best<br />
interest of families and<br />
society, and that’s what<br />
a judge does.<br />
Becoming a District<br />
Court judge is another<br />
opportunity to use<br />
that skill set.<br />
<strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong><br />
Candidate<br />
72nd District Court Judge
Allow St. Clair County Residents<br />
to Elect Their District Court Judge:<br />
Who is <strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong>?<br />
<strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong> has served<br />
as an Attorney Referee at the St. Clair<br />
County Friend of Court since 20<strong>10</strong>,<br />
and has conducted in excess of <strong>10</strong>,000<br />
hearings. She previously worked as a<br />
research attorney in the 31st Circuit<br />
Court, where she worked on a number<br />
of the largest cases in St. Clair County<br />
history.<br />
Married since 1991 to Mark, <strong>Caryn</strong><br />
is a wife and mother to five children.<br />
She is the epitome of “common sense<br />
with compassion.” She is pragmatic,<br />
yet believes in treating people with<br />
dignity and respect in the courtroom.<br />
In the 72nd District Court, she will<br />
ensure that justice is served while<br />
respecting all who come before her.<br />
In her free time, <strong>Caryn</strong> has dedicated<br />
her life to her family and volunteering<br />
for endeavors that are important to her<br />
children.<br />
A lifelong runner, she has<br />
participated in numerous marathons,<br />
half marathons and 5k fun runs, many<br />
of which benefit nonprofits in our<br />
community.<br />
Personal Biography<br />
• Born and raised in Port Huron<br />
• Married to husband, Mark, for 29 years<br />
• They are the parents of five children: John (25),<br />
Sarah (23), Anna (20), Tessa (17) and Luke (14)<br />
• Graduated from:<br />
• Port Huron Northern in 1987<br />
• University of Michigan in 1991<br />
• University of Detroit Mercy Law School in 1997<br />
Professional Experience<br />
• St. Clair County Friend of Court: Attorney Referee<br />
Provides citizens with the following services:<br />
• Has conducted more than <strong>10</strong>,000 hearings<br />
with parties in divorce, custody, and child<br />
support cases<br />
• Makes recommendations to Family Court<br />
judges regarding cases<br />
• Appears before the Circuit Court on a weekly<br />
basis to resolve disputed matters<br />
• St. Clair County Circuit Court: Research Attorney<br />
& Law Clerk<br />
• Researched individual cases and case law/<br />
precedent for all cases, both criminal and civil,<br />
presented in the Circuit Court of the Hon. Peter<br />
Deegan<br />
• Prepared weekly dockets and drafted legal<br />
opinions for entry by the court<br />
• Private Practice Attorney: 1999 to 2005<br />
• Elementary School Teacher: 1991 to 1995<br />
Community Service<br />
• United Way of St. Clair County Board Member<br />
• St. Clair County Bar Association: Former Board<br />
Member<br />
• AYSO Coach, Girl Scouts Troop Leader, and PTA<br />
Officer, Board Member/Volunteer<br />
• Parish member and former CCD instructor at St.<br />
Mary’s Church, Port Huron
Why District Court?<br />
<strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong> is the Best Candidate<br />
for 72nd District Court Judge<br />
For the past <strong>10</strong> years, <strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong> has worked in<br />
the quasi-judicial position of Attorney Referee with the St.<br />
Clair County Friend of Court.<br />
Common issues in her hearings, including substance<br />
abuse, domestic violence and housing issues, are the<br />
same issues that are addressed in District Court.<br />
Some of the county’s most vulnerable residents are<br />
involved with several different facets of the court system,<br />
and they deserve to have a person on the bench who can<br />
listen to the facts and apply the law in a straight-forward<br />
and compassionate manner.<br />
A District Court judge should exercise common sense<br />
and problem-solving skills to make a positive difference in<br />
the lives of participants and the community.<br />
<strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong> is that person.
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Committee to Elect <strong>Caryn</strong> <strong>VanderHeuvel</strong> District Judge<br />
2425 Military Street, Building 3<br />
Port Huron MI 48060