Saturday, March 08, 2014

Organizing the Data: 2nd Subcircuit, O'Neal vacancy

Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. Information on this post will be updated as time permits until the March 18, 2014 primary.

This race was also profiled in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.
Updated 3/13/14

Nyshana K. Sumner -- #171



Campaign Website

Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:
The candidate did not participate in the evaluation process and was automatically found “Not Recommended” under the Judicial Evaluation Committee bylaws.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Nyshana K. Summer did not participate in the judicial evaluation process. The Council finds her Not Recommended for the Circuit Court.
Other Bar Association Evaluations:
Asian American Bar Association of the
Greater Chicago Area
Not Qualified
Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater ChicagoNot Recommended
Cook County Bar AssociationNot Recommended
Decalogue Society of LawyersNot Recommended
Hellenic Bar AssociationNot Recommended
Hispanic Lawyers Association of IllinoisNot Recommended
Illinois State Bar AssociationNot Qualified
Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of ChicagoNot Recommended
Puerto Rican Bar Association of IllinoisNot Recommended
Women’s Bar Association of IllinoisNot Recommended

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Steven G. Watkins -- #172

Campaign Website

Questionnaire Response: Chicago Tribune

Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Steven G. Watkins is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Watkins was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1991 and concentrates his practice in criminal, civil litigation, and real estate law. Mr. Watkins is well rounded in the law and has tried a number of complex murder cases. Mr. Watkins is well regarded for his knowledge of the law and legal ability. Mr. Watkins is also involved in community service.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Steven G. Watkins was admitted to practice in 1991. Since 2001, he has been a sole practitioner focusing on criminal defense, civil litigation, and real estate work. Between 1991 and 2000, he was the founding partner of a three-lawyer firm. Mr. Watkins reports that he has acted as lead counsel in 10 jury trials in criminal matters, one civil jury trial, “at least” 43 bench trials in criminal matters and four civil bench trials. Mr. Watkins is considered to have a low-key, professional demeanor and is considered a diligent attorney. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.
Other Bar Association Evaluations:
Asian American Bar Association of the
Greater Chicago Area
Qualified
Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater ChicagoNot Evaluated
Cook County Bar AssociationRecommended
Decalogue Society of LawyersRecommended
Hellenic Bar AssociationRecommended
Hispanic Lawyers Association of IllinoisQualified
Illinois State Bar AssociationQualified
Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of ChicagoNot Evaluated
Puerto Rican Bar Association of IllinoisNot Evaluated
Women’s Bar Association of IllinoisNot Recommended

Endorsements
Chicago Tribune
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
Soul Slate
Chicago Crusader
18th Ward Community Action Network

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