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Kathy R. Mangeot earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Kentucky and a law degree from the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law.

Kathy previously worked as an attorney for McNamara & Jones.

Kathy R. Mangeot is currently the chief district court judge for Kentucky’s 48th District Court, representing Franklin County. She was first elected in 2006 and has served three terms.

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Kathy currently serves as the chief judge for Kentucky’s 48th District Court. She was first elected in 2006 and is in her fifth term.

As of March 10, 2026, Kathy R. Mangeot did not have a website or any information online.

Judicial Administration

Said, "… part of my job as a public servant is to do the best I can to provide the hope someone needs to help them get through their day and to ultimately become a more productive member of our community."

- Said, "… part of my job as a public servant is to do the best I can to provide the hope someone needs to help them get through their day and to ultimately become a more productive member of our community."

Judicial Philosophy

Community Involvement

Ethics & Conduct

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As the chief judge for Kentucky’s 48th District Court for 20 years, oversees all felony, probate, and civil cases, rules in all civil actions against the state seeking financial payment, authorizes naturalization and divorce proceedings, and exercises authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.

As an attorney for McNamara & Jones, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in estate planning, probate, and taxation.

- As the chief judge for Kentucky’s 48th District Court for 20 years, oversees all felony, probate, and civil cases, rules in all civil actions against the state seeking financial payment, authorizes naturalization and divorce proceedings, and exercises authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.
- As an attorney for McNamara & Jones, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in estate planning, probate, and taxation.

Legal Experience

Kathy R. Mangeot

Received a B.B.A. from the University of Kentucky, going on to earn her J.D. there as well.

As of March 10, 2026, Kathy R. Mangeot’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Kathy Mangeot has a bachelor 27s degree in business administration and a law degree from the University of Kentucky. She has served as the chief district court judge for the 48th District Court since 2006.

Kathy is the chief district court judge for the 48th District Court in Kentucky. She was elected in 2006 and re-elected without opposition in 2010 and 2014. Before joining the bench, Kathy was an attorney with the law firm of McNamara & Jones. 

Kathy is currently a Franklin County District Court Judge. She was elected in 2020 and is currently serving her first term.

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For Candidate Kathy R. Mangeot on Issue legal-experience:  
Earned a B.B.A. and J.D. from the University of Kentucky and was admitted to the bar in 1994.

Kathy is a judge for the 48th District Court in Kentucky. She was elected in 2006. Before joining the bench, she was an attorney with the law firm of McNamara & Jones. 

Kathy is currently the chief district court judge for the 48th District Court. She was first elected in 2006 and re-elected in 2010 and 2014. She has served on the bench for over 15 years.

Kathy is currently the chief district court judge for the 48th District Court. She was first elected in 2006 and re-elected in 2010 and 2014. She served on the bench for 15 years.

For Candidate Kathy R. Mangeot on Issue legal-experience:  
Earned a B.B.A. and J.D. from the University of Kentucky and has been a licensed attorney since 1994.

- District court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases, as well as, small claims (involving $2,500 or less), landlord eviction cases, and cases related to domestic violence and abuse. 
- In Kentucky, there are 116 district court judges serving in 60 judicial districts.
- District court judges are elected for four-year terms in nonpartisan elections. Vacancies can be filled by the governor's appointment, with staggered elections ensuring that only some judges are elected each year.
- District court judges earn ​$141,761 annually. 