Elect Kelly Stanfield Carter — Experienced. Trusted. Ready to Serve Rockingham County.
Most people don’t think about the Clerk of Superior Court — until they need one. Whether it’s probating a will, becoming a legal guardian, or navigating a foreclosure, the Clerk’s Office is often the first stop for families in crisis and citizens seeking justice. In North Carolina, this position carries immense legal and administrative responsibility, and the person you elect can make all the difference.
🏛️ What is the Clerk of Superior Court?
The Clerk of Superior Court is a constitutional officer, elected by voters in each of North Carolina’s 100 counties. Far from a behind-the-scenes role, the Clerk acts as:
- Record-Keeper of all court documents, filings, and dockets in civil, criminal, juvenile, and special proceedings.
- Probate Judge presiding over estates, wills, guardianships, adoptions, and mental incompetency hearings.
- Court Administrator overseeing operations, managing deputy clerks, processing court fees and fines, and ensuring efficient court functioning.
- Judicial Official with the authority to conduct hearings and render decisions in various non-jury legal matters.
- Public Servant who serves as the face of the local court system for thousands of residents.
This job requires exceptional legal understanding, organizational ability, and people skills. It’s not just about paperwork—it’s about compassion, fairness, and leadership.
⚖️ Why the Clerk of Superior Court Is So Important
Every day, the Clerk’s office touches the lives of real people:
- A widow trying to settle her husband’s estate.
- A parent petitioning for guardianship of a special needs child.
- An elderly citizen applying for protection from financial exploitation.
- A family losing their home to foreclosure.
- A child being adopted into a new and loving home.
These aren’t abstract legal procedures — they’re life-changing moments that demand dignity, care, and legal expertise.
When the Clerk of Superior Court gets it right, lives are made easier. When things go wrong — due to inexperience or disorganization — the damage can be irreversible.
That’s why experience in this office isn’t just a plus — it’s essential.
👩⚖️ Meet Kelly Stanfield Carter: The Right Choice for Rockingham County
Kelly Stanfield Carter brings over 27 years of hands-on experience working in the Clerk of Superior Court system. She has served in both Guilford and Rockingham Counties, managing staff, handling estates and guardianships, and working directly with attorneys, judges, and the public.
Her qualifications speak volumes:
- Extensive Judicial Knowledge: Kelly understands the law inside and out. She’s managed legal filings and presided over sensitive cases with precision and compassion.
- Proven Leadership: Kelly has trained and supervised court staff, implemented new procedures, and ensured the office runs smoothly and professionally.
- Deep Community Roots: As a lifelong North Carolinian, Kelly knows the people she serves — and they know and trust her.
Kelly is not a politician seeking a title. She’s a career public servant who has dedicated nearly three decades to this work. She’s already doing the job — now she’s ready to lead it.
✅ Why You Should Vote for Kelly Stanfield Carter
When you vote for Clerk of Superior Court, you’re choosing who will:
- Protect and preserve your most sensitive records
- Lead critical legal hearings that impact families and property
- Set the tone for how our justice system treats people in times of stress and grief
- Ensure that the wheels of justice turn smoothly, fairly, and efficiently
Kelly Stanfield Carter is the only candidate with the experience, integrity, and professionalism needed to handle these duties from day one. She will bring both legal competence and human compassion to every case and every person who walks through the courthouse doors.
📣 This Election Matters. Your Vote Matters.
The Clerk of Superior Court is not just a government role — it’s a promise to serve people with dignity, honesty, and fairness. It’s about protecting the most vulnerable, upholding the law, and ensuring the judicial system works for everyone.
🗳 On Election Day, vote for a name you can trust.
🗳 Vote for experience you can count on.
🗳 Vote Kelly Stanfield Carter for Rockingham County Clerk of Superior Court.
Experienced. Trusted. Ready to Serve.