CCL evaluations in the race for the Pietrucha vacancy in the 13th Subcircuit

The Chicago Council of Lawyers has released its evaluations of candidates running for the Pietrucha vacancy in the 13th Subcircuit. Candidates are listed in ballot order. All of the following are candidates in the Republican primary; no Democrat filed for this Circuit Court vacancy.

Ketki "Kay" Steffen -- Qualified

Ketki Shroff Steffen was admitted to practice in 1991. She is a career Assistant State’s Attorney for Cook County. She reports being lead counsel in 30 trials that have gone to a jury verdict and over 500 that have gone to a bench verdict. She has litigated 13 cases on appeal. Ms. Steffen is reported to have good legal ability and temperament. She enjoys a reputation as a trusted and experienced criminal law litigator. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.

Paul S. Pavlus -- Qualified

Paul S. Pavlus has been a lawyer since 1991. For most of his career, Mr. Pavlus has served as a Cook County Assistant State’s Attorney, where he currently serves Deputy Supervisor and Suburban Coordinator for domestic violence courtrooms. He is very involved in community service activities. Lawyers report that he has good legal ability and temperament. He is exceptionally knowledgeable about his area of law and enjoys a reputation of being a good advocate who is working to improve the legal system. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.

Nicholas G. Grapsas -- Qualified

Nicholas George Grapsas was admitted to practice in Illinois on May 13, 1988. He is currently in private practice. From 2000 to 2008 Nicholas worked at Quinlan & Carroll Ltd. as an Associate and Partner, and from 1992 to 2000 he served as an Assistant Cook County State’s Attorney. Mr. Grapsas is considered to have good legal ability and temperament. He has substantial litigation experience and is praised for his litigation skills. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.

Peter A. Pacione -- Not Recommended

Peter A. Pacione did not submit materials for evaluation. The Council finds him Not Recommended for the Circuit Court.

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