Caryn VanderHeuvel Magazine--10-2020

The VanderHeuvel Family
John, Tessa, Caryn, Mark, Anna, Luke, and Sarah

Allow St. Clair County Residents
to Elect Their District Court Judge:
Vote for Caryn VanderHeuvel
Dear St. Clair County Resident:
In November, the voters of St. Clair County will have
the opportunity to elect a District Court judge of their
choosing. I am the right choice for our community. I will
bring common sense, compassion, and experience to
the District Court bench.
Since 2010, I have served as an Attorney Referee with
the St. Clair County Friend of Court, working with
thousands of families in our community. Many families
are struggling with issues such as substance abuse,
mental health concerns, domestic violence, and loss of
housing, while addressing custody and parenting time
matters. These issues are also commonly found in
District Court cases.
As a Referee, I have applied common sense and
compassion while making decisions that are in the
best interest of families, and our community. I am the
only candidate who will bring to the District Court 10
years of experience making impartial decisions for our
community.
Please make sure your voice is heard; put the right
candidate for St. Clair County on the 72nd District Court
bench.
Please vote for Caryn VanderHeuvel.
I would be humbled to have your support.
Sincerely,
Caryn VanderHeuvel
For the past 10 years,
I have made decisions
that are in the best
interest of families and
society, and that’s what
a judge does.
Becoming a District
Court judge is another
opportunity to use
that skill set.
Caryn VanderHeuvel
Candidate
72nd District Court Judge

Allow St. Clair County Residents
to Elect Their District Court Judge:
Who is Caryn VanderHeuvel?
Caryn VanderHeuvel has served
as an Attorney Referee at the St. Clair
County Friend of Court since 2010,
and has conducted in excess of 10,000
hearings. She previously worked as a
research attorney in the 31st Circuit
Court, where she worked on a number
of the largest cases in St. Clair County
history.
Married since 1991 to Mark, Caryn
is a wife and mother to five children.
She is the epitome of “common sense
with compassion.” She is pragmatic,
yet believes in treating people with
dignity and respect in the courtroom.
In the 72nd District Court, she will
ensure that justice is served while
respecting all who come before her.
In her free time, Caryn has dedicated
her life to her family and volunteering
for endeavors that are important to her
children.
A lifelong runner, she has
participated in numerous marathons,
half marathons and 5k fun runs, many
of which benefit nonprofits in our
community.
Personal Biography
• Born and raised in Port Huron
• Married to husband, Mark, for 29 years
• They are the parents of five children: John (25),
Sarah (23), Anna (20), Tessa (17) and Luke (14)
• Graduated from:
• Port Huron Northern in 1987
• University of Michigan in 1991
• University of Detroit Mercy Law School in 1997
Professional Experience
• St. Clair County Friend of Court: Attorney Referee
Provides citizens with the following services:
• Has conducted more than 10,000 hearings
with parties in divorce, custody, and child
support cases
• Makes recommendations to Family Court
judges regarding cases
• Appears before the Circuit Court on a weekly
basis to resolve disputed matters
• St. Clair County Circuit Court: Research Attorney
& Law Clerk
• Researched individual cases and case law/
precedent for all cases, both criminal and civil,
presented in the Circuit Court of the Hon. Peter
Deegan
• Prepared weekly dockets and drafted legal
opinions for entry by the court
• Private Practice Attorney: 1999 to 2005
• Elementary School Teacher: 1991 to 1995
Community Service
• United Way of St. Clair County Board Member
• St. Clair County Bar Association: Former Board
Member
• AYSO Coach, Girl Scouts Troop Leader, and PTA
Officer, Board Member/Volunteer
• Parish member and former CCD instructor at St.
Mary’s Church, Port Huron

Why District Court?
Caryn VanderHeuvel is the Best Candidate
for 72nd District Court Judge
For the past 10 years, Caryn VanderHeuvel has worked in
the quasi-judicial position of Attorney Referee with the St.
Clair County Friend of Court.
Common issues in her hearings, including substance
abuse, domestic violence and housing issues, are the
same issues that are addressed in District Court.
Some of the county’s most vulnerable residents are
involved with several different facets of the court system,
and they deserve to have a person on the bench who can
listen to the facts and apply the law in a straight-forward
and compassionate manner.
A District Court judge should exercise common sense
and problem-solving skills to make a positive difference in
the lives of participants and the community.
Caryn VanderHeuvel is that person.

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