Bradford W. Bailey, Prosecutor
Prosecutor Bailey is proud to serve the Hardin County Community and is thankful to or the opportunity to serve a second elected term. Mr. Bailey was born in Kenton, Ohio. He graduated from Kenton Senior High School and then went on to tattend The Ohio state University. After college, Mr. Bailey came home to Hardin County to attend law school at Ohio Northern University. He graduated from ONU in 1978 and has been practicing law since 1979.
From 1979 to 1989 Mr. Bailey served as an assistant prosecutor and assistant city law director. Mr. Bailey also served as the attorney for the Child Support Enforcement Agency and the now defunct County Court from 1979 to 1983. Until Mr. Bailey was elected to office in late 2004, he had engaged for 25 years in a successful private practice that gave him experience in a number of areas, including civil law, domestic relations and criminal defense work. During this time, he was also the solicitor for multiple villages throughout Hardin County.
Mr. Bailey is active in many Hardin County organizations and activities. He is proud to serve the community as its elected Prosecuting Attorney and seeks to improve the quality of life in our county.
Colleen Limerick, Assistant Prosecutor
Ms. Limerick is a native of the State of New York. she attended college at SUNY-Binghamton before coming to Ohio for law school at Ohio Northern University. She graduated from ONU in 1992 and received her license to practice law in 1993. Ms. Limerick previously practiced in Lima, Ohio as an Assistant City Prosecutor and Assistant Allen County Prosecutor.
Ryan Zerby, Assistant Prosecutor
Mr. Zerby is a Hardin County native who attended The Ohio State University before attending law school at Ohio Northern University. He graduated from ONU in 1997 and received his license to practice law in 1997. Mr. Zerby also maintains a private practice where he engages in matters relating to probate, civil law, domestic relations and real estate.
Siobhonne K. Ward, Assistant Prosecutor
Ms. Ward is a Hardin County native who attended The Ohio State University before attending law school at Ohio Northern University. She graduated from ONU in 2005 and received her license to practice law that fall. Prior to becoming a full-time assistant, Ms. Ward split her time with this office and a private firm where she engaged in matters of a civil nature in law.
Maria Santo, Assistant Prosecutor
Ms. Santo is a native of the State of New Jersey. She attended college at Seton Hall University before coming to Ohio for law school at Ohio Northern University. She graduated from ONU and received her license to practice law in 1987. Ms. Santo previously clerked at the Third District Court of Appeals in Lima, Ohio. In addition, for approximately 19 years, Ms. Santo was engaged in the private practice of law where she primarily focused on criminal defense matters, including appellate work, and family practice.
David Holbrook, Investigator
Mr. Holbrook is a Hardin county native who serves as the Investigator for the Prosecutor's Office. Prior to coming to our office, Mr. Holbrook served as a probation officer for the Hardin county Juvenile Court. He has also served as a police officer for the Village of Ada and the City of Lima. Mr. Holbrook is a graduate of Lima Technical College's (now Rhodes State Community College) law enforcement course and The Ohio Police Officer Training Academy. In his capacity as Investigator, Mr. Holbrook serves as a liaison for law enforcement and the Prosecutor's Office.