Meet John Kelly
For decades, John Kelly has served the Town of Babylon and Suffolk County. He is committed to the betterment of our region through justice and the sound observance of local law.
With a long track record of ensuring safety and a high quality of life for the residents of our township and County, he will continue to work hard to make sure that Babylon remains a great place to live, work, and thrive.
Vote for John Kelly in November and, when elected, he will proudly serve you and the people of Babylon, North Babylon, West Babylon, Wyandanch, Wheatley Heights, Deer Park, Lindenhurst, Amityville, and Copiague with honor and the utmost integrity.
Elect John Kelly for District Court Judge.
Experience
In the justice system, experience matters.
There is no substitute for a proven track record that exemplifies putting the values we so deeply hold in our community first. With strong decisiveness and a commitment to justice for all, John Kelly has always put the best interests of Suffolk County’s residents at the forefront and will continue to do so with your support in November 2019.
Education
- New York Law School, Juris Doctorate, 1985
- SUNY at Stonybrook, Bachelor of Arts, 1980
- Member of the New York State Bar, 1986
- Member of the Federal Bar, 1986
Affiliations
- Member Saints Cyril and Methodius, Deer Park, NY
- Member Knights of Columbus, Deer Park
- Member Moose Lodge, Lindenhurst, NY
- Member Communication Workers of America Union
- Former Member United Service Workers Union
- Suffolk County Court Employers Association
2015 – Now
Qualified
- Adjunct Professor at Long Island University
2001 – Present - Lecturer Suffolk County Academy of Law
2001 – 2019 - Board of Directors Suffolk County Bar Association
2011 – 2014
2001 – 2013
Experienced
- Suffolk County Family Court Judge
2004 – 2013 - Acting Suffolk County Supreme Court Justice
2008 – 2013 - Dean Academy of Law
2011 – 2013
- Member Acting Supreme Court Justices Association
2008 – 2013 - Member of the 2nd Judicial Law Guardian Advisory Panel
2004 – 2013 - Member 2nd Judicial Dept. Mental Health Professional Screening Committee
2004 – 2013 - Member Family Court Judges Association
2004 – 2013 - Suffolk County District Court Judge
2001 – 2003
1982 – 2000
Dedicated
- Family Court Law Guardian
1992 – 2000 - Supreme Court Referee
1996 – 2000 - Court Appointed Attorney for the Indigent
1992 – 2000 - Trial Preparation Assistant Manhattan District Attorney
1982 – 1985
Endorsements
Suffolk Independence Party
Suffolk Conservative Party
Suffolk Democratic Party
Suffolk County Court Employees Association
Easthampton Town PBA
Quogue Village PBA
NYS Bay Constables
Suffolk County Corrections Officers
Riverhead PBA
Southhampton Town PBA
Suffolk Deputy Sheriffs PBA
NYS State Troopers - Troop L
Get involved
Please consider supporting John Kelly in November of 2019. Together, we can work to improve the quality of life for the citizens of our Town of Babylon.
get involved with the Committee to Elect JOHN KELLY