VOTE NOVEMBER 5 for
HONORABLE MATHEW K. MCCARTHY
Steuben County and
Family Court Judge
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Experienced Acting Steuben County and Family Court Judge
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Handled thousands of criminal and family court cases over the past decade
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Understands the dangers illegal drugs and bail reform have on our community
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Over 10 years representing innocent children in Family Court as an Attorney for the Child
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9 years prosecuting dangerous criminals and representing victims of
domestic violence and abuse -
Appreciates the daily challenges facing our families and communities
ABOUT
Over the course of the last ten years I have had the honor of being your Judge. In addition to being the Corning City Court Judge and Acting Steuben County and Family Court Judge, I have had the privilege of being the presiding Judge over both the County and Corning City Drug Courts. This involvement has given me critical insight into how the current drug epidemic in our county is ripping families apart. The opioid epidemic’s impact is not isolated to addicts’ lives but also has a far-reaching negative effect on families, loved ones and our quality of life. The Court system must play a key role in applying the law in protecting the public by holding those responsible for destroying lives accountable, while helping those who are deserving and in need of receiving treatment. It is critical to have someone in this position who understands the current mandates involving bail reform and discovery. We have all seen how these reforms have impacted our county.
If I am fortunate enough to receive your support, you can be assured you will have a candidate with the crucial Steuben Family and County Court judicial experience necessary to ensure that our communities are kept safe and that justice will be served equally, fairly and efficiently.
My wife Jolie and I are lifelong residents of Steuben County and have lived in Corning for the last 20 years and have both served on the Corning City and County Republican Committees. Our families have instilled in us a love for this area and its strong tradition of community involvement. With constant changes in our legal system it is vital that you have a voice on the bench that understands and respects the values of our community.
I am asking for your trust and support as your next Steuben County and Family Court Judge.
EXPERIENCE
JUDICIAL EXPERIENCE
OVER 10 YEARS
Acting Steuben County Court Judge
Acting Steuben County Family Court Judge
Corning City Court Judge
Acting Hornell City Court Judge
Presiding Judge - Crystal City Treatment Court
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Assistant District Attorney - 9+ years
Attorney for the Child - 10+ years
McCarthy Law Private Practice - 10+ years
Past President Steuben County Bar Association
Multi-County Delegate NYS Bar Association
EDUCATION
Avoca Central School
St. Bonaventure University
Albany Law School
POLITICAL & CIVIC INVOLVEMENT
Former Corning City Republican Committee - Treasurer
Former Steuben County Republican Committee
Former Family Service Society Board Member
Alternatives to Incarceration Board
FAMILY & SUPPORTERS
“(McCarthy has) clearly displayed
dedication to keeping the peace and
security to the residents in the community. Experience does matter and you are the right candidate with all of the necessary experience… your experience, integrity, and independence make you the clear choice to be the next Judge.”
New York State Police Investigators Association
“It is with careful consideration that the NYSTPBA is endorsing Matt McCarthy for election to Steuben County Court Judge. The NYSTPBA is confident that Matt McCarthy is the best candidate for Steuben County Court Judge.”
PBA of the New York State Troopers, Inc.
“Judge McCarthy has the knowledge,
experience and judicial temperament
necessary for the position. As an Acting Judge, he has done this job and done it well, earning him the respect of litigants and his colleagues.”
Hon. Philip J. Roche, Steuben County and Family Court Judge (2018-2024), Retired
“Before he became the full time Corning City Court Judge, Matt was an attorney handling numerous cases of various types. He often appeared before me, and I had plenty of opportunity to observe his work ethic, his knowledge of the law and his willingness to be reasonable and fair while representing his clients. After he became full time Judge, he was often given County Court and Family Court cases to manage and I never heard any complaints while handling those matters. What I did hear led me to believe he was the same as a judge as he was a lawyer: hard working, knowledgeable and reasonable.
Judge McCarthy also presided over numerous Drug Court sessions, some of which I was able to observe. In those situations, he showed the necessary patience and wisdom in dealing with participants who were contending with issues stemming from various addictions. He was firm when he needed to be, and wise enough to see when a jail sanction was appropriate. He was also supportive and encouraging when it was deserved.
Based on what I have seen and heard, Matt has performed with
consistent excellence as an Acting County and Family Court Judge for ten years. He has proven that he can handle that work by his record of doing so with consistent excellence. I support his candidacy wholeheartedly.”
Peter C. Bradstreet, Steuben County Judge
(1993-2018), Retired
"I have known Judge Matt McCarthy for 20 years. Matt has an unmatched background of judicial, trial and legal knowledge and experience that he will bring to work each day on behalf of the residents of Steuben County. Matt is the most qualified candidate with the the best experience, right temperament and great character needed to serve us. You can count on Matt to work very hard for you and I am proud to wholeheartedly support and endorse Judge Matt McCarthy to be our next Steuben County and Family Court Judge."
Phil Palmesano, NY State Assemblyman
“I am proud to endorse Judge McCarthy for the position of Steuben County and Family Court Judge. Judge McCarthy has been doing this job in addition to his role as Corning City Court Judge for the last ten years. Including making sure victims had access justice during the 2020 lock-down. As an attorney I can speak to necessity of
having someone qualified, experienced, and reliable in this role, the only candidate that meets those qualifications is Judge McCarthy. Judge McCarthy has an excellent reputation and overwhelming support from attorneys and those who rely on court system running efficiently. Being a life-long resident of Steuben County, he understands the values that make our communities strong and the difficulties facing our families. I am confident he will continue to
administer justice impartially on behalf of all the residents of
Steuben County”
Tom O’Mara, NY State Senator