For Immediate Release | July 23, 2025
Nominating Commission announces finalists for Allen County vacancy
The Allen County Judicial Nominating Commission announced three finalists to fill an upcoming vacancy in the family relations division of the Allen Superior Court created by the retirement of Judge Andrea Trevino.
- Mag. Brent Ecenbarger
- Mag. Carolyn Foley
- Mag. Sherry Hartzler
On July 23, the commission, which is chaired by Supreme Court Justice Christopher Goff, interviewed four candidates. After deliberating in an executive session, the commission publicly voted to send the three finalists to the governor.
According to Indiana law, the commission is required to submit to the governor the three most qualified candidates for appointment when a vacancy arises. Upon receiving the list, Governor Braun has 60 days in which to make an appointment to the Allen Superior Court. Details on the commission, including membership, are online.
Contact
Kathryn Dolan, Chief Public Information Officer
317-234-4722
kathryn.dolan@courts.in.gov