US Magistrate Judge

The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky serves as the federal district court with jurisdiction over 67 counties across eastern Kentucky. The court is headquartered in Lexington and operates divisional offices in Ashland, Covington, Frankfort, and London. Appellate jurisdiction for the district is maintained by the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky represents the United States in both civil and criminal litigation before the court.

The court's judicial officers include District Judges, Senior Judges, and Magistrate Judges. Among the current Magistrate Judges are Edward B. Atkins, Candace J. Smith, Hanly A. Ingram, and Matthew A. Stinnett. The court addresses a range of legal matters, including civil and criminal litigation, Social Security cases, and proceedings related to bankruptcy. Attorneys seeking admission to practice before the court are subject to an admission fee, and a separate fee applies for pro hac vice appearances. The court provides various resources for attorneys, including information on CJA Worksheets and a Mentorship Program.