Former Judge Allan W. Masters appointed to Preston vacancy in 9th Subcircuit

The Illinois Supreme Court yesterday appointed Allan W. Masters to a 9th Subcircuit vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Lee Preston. Judge Masters will resume judicial duties today; his appointment expires December 1, 2014. Masters has been licensed as an attorney in Illinois since 1967.

Aside to the Tribune: This is not a recall appointment, although Masters previously served on the bench, most notably in the Domestic Relations Division.