Laura Rattenni, Jefferson County Circuit Clerk, was appointed in November 2008, to complete the unexpired term of Patsy Noland, who
sought and won a seat on the Jefferson County Commission. Upon Ms. Noland's recommendation, the Judges of the 23rd Judicial
District appointed Laura as the interim Circuit Clerk.
Laura is a resident of Jefferson County and lives in the Harpers Ferry
District with her husband Louis Rattenni, Jr. They are the parents of 3 children; Charles 27, Bradley 17 and Nicole 15.
The
Rattennis are active members of Asbury United Methodist Church. Laura has served as a volunteer soccer coach and assistant as well
as chairperson of the Youth Soccer League fundraiser for several years and has also served as a member of the Ranson Convention &
Visitor's Bureau for seven years. She uses these experiences to lead her children into public service and helped her daughter earn
the distinction of becoming the youngest member of the Ranson CVB earlier this year. In 2008,
Laura graduated from Leadership
Jefferson and has supported that program since that time. In her spare time, Laura enjoys meeting new people, spending time with her
friends and family and traveling. Laura offers eight years of experience in the Circuit Clerk's Office and intends to announce
her candidacy for Circuit Clerk very soon. Laura believes that she will bring efficient and effective policy and procedure to the
court system and intends to continue her efforts to offer accessibility and the latest technology. She also offers the staff in the
Circuit Clerk's office stability and continuity Laura will seek election in 2010.
Laura and Ann Barth
