While in law school Sean had the distinct honor to serve as a law clerk with the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, serving for the Honorable Thomas M. Rose. In this position, Sean researched and assisted the federal judge to resolve pending cases before the Court and drafted multiple opinions and decisions of the Court. Notably, Sean assisted in drafting an opinion dismissing a cruel and unusual punishment case levied against the Greene County Sheriff’s Office. Sean was also fortunate to clerk with the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Ohio. In this position, Sean assisted in the preparation and prosecution of federal criminal cases. From these experiences was born Sean’s love and respect for the courtroom. Sean believes the courtroom is sacred and believes a strong county prosecutor is a cornerstone of a successful democracy.

After his graduation from the University of Dayton School of Law, Sean accepted employment in the private practice of law with Peelle Law Offices in Wilmington, Ohio. During his tenure with Peelle Law Offices, Sean was introduced to many areas of the civil practice of law, assisting clients in civil litigation, estate and business planning, and transactional matters. Sean left Peelle Law Offices on good terms to pursue his passion for the courtroom and accept a position as an Assistant Prosecuting attorney in Fayette County, Ohio where he and his family resided at the time.

While in Fayette County, Sean assisted the prosecution of juvenile delinquencies, abuse, neglect, and dependency cases, and adult felonies, ultimately ascending to the position of Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney. As Chief Assistant, Sean was responsible for the prosecution of adult felony cases, civil matters, and working with the County Commissioners and Township Trustees. Sean has prosecuted numerous jury trials and adjudicatory hearings, securing convictions for matters ranging from drug trafficking, breaking and entering, aggravated robbery, and sexual assault. He believes in a proactive approach to preventative law enforcement. Notably, during his tenure as an assistant prosecutor, Sean presented to local schools on the consequences of engaging in risky behavior.

In July 2021, with both great sadness and joy, Sean resigned his position with the Fayette County Prosecutor so he and his family could return home to Hancock County when Katie accepted a position with Findlay City Schools. Sean currently practices law with Hackenberg, Feighner & Werth, LLC as a trial attorney. Sean’s core practice of law still revolves around the courtroom where he is most comfortable.

Hancock County through and through, Sean was born and raised in Findlay, Ohio. His mother, Kelley, works at Kroger Co. on Tiffin Ave., and his father, Jim (deceased), worked in the factory at Cooper Tire and Rubber Co. Sean attended Findlay City Schools, attending Whittier Elementary School, Bigelow Hill Intermediate School, and Glenwood Middle School. A three-sport varsity letter winner in football, ice hockey, and baseball, Sean graduated in 2001 from Findlay High School. He went on to attend the University of Findlay and graduated in 2005 with a bachelor of science in Small Business and Entrepreneurship. While at the University of Findlay, Sean founded and operated the small business AE Curbside in 2004, bringing Findlay its first successful curbside recycling service.

In 2007, Sean married his high-school sweetheart, Katie Niemeyer. Katie and Sean have two wonderful daughters, Tillie and Lucy. Tillie is in eighth grade at Donnell Middle School and participates in the band, track team, and swims with the YMCA Frogs. Lucy is in fourth grade at Chamberlin Hill and participates in soccer with GTFC Impact, ice hockey with the Findlay Amateur Hockey Association, plays softball with Findlay Fastpitch, and also swims with the YMCA Frogs. Katie is an educator and administrator with Findlay City Schools, serving as Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.

While in college, Sean worked at the University of Findlay’s Clauss Ice Arena, driving the Zamboni and working the front desk. He officiated ice hockey for over fifteen years and is currently an active high school football official with the Ohio High School Athletic Association.

Being active participants in the community where they reside is important to the Abbotts. Sean coaches softball with Findlay Fastpitch and coached ice hockey with the Findlay Amateur Hockey Association. In his free time outside of his law practice and children’s activities, Sean enjoys playing ice hockey with the Findlay Adult Hockey League, officiating football, and playing golf and volleyball with his colleagues.

Sean has volunteered his time with the Republican Party and has served as a poll worker for the Hancock County Board of Elections. He is a member of the Findlay Rotary Club and serves on the United Way of Hancock County Campaign Cabinet as Chair of the Professional Division. Sean serves on the board for the Findlay Amateur Hockey Association and he and his family are active members of the First Presbyterian Church of Findlay.