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.Updated 3/17/14
This race was profiled in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.
Jerry A. Esrig -- #171
Campaign Website
Candidate Statement: Cook County Clerk's website
Questionnaire Response: Chicago Tribune
Video Interviews: NTNM(1), NTNM(2)
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:Jerry A. Esrig is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Esrig was admitted to practice law in 1978 and has been in private practice for 35 years. Mr. Esrig has extensive experience in personal injury, commercial, and construction litigation. Mr. Esrig is well regarded by his peers and the judges he has appeared before for his knowledge of the law and legal ability. Mr. Esrig has served as an adjunct professor and NITA instructor and is involved in various civic activities.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Hon. Jerry A. Esrig was admitted to practice in 1978. He was appointed to the Circuit Court by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2013. Before becoming a judge, he was a Partner with a small firm, focusing on sophisticated personal injury and commercial litigation matters. Judge Esrig was an accomplished litigator with substantial litigation experience in a variety of complex matters. He is active in pro bono matters, as well. He is praised for his litigation skills, as well as for his professionalism and integrity. He is considered to have excellent legal ability and is always well-prepared. Mr. Esrig is a highly respected practitioner and a role model for younger lawyers. The Council finds him Well 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 Chicago | Recommended |
| Cook County Bar Association | Recommended |
| Decalogue Society of Lawyers | Recommended |
| Hellenic Bar Association | Recommended |
| Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois | Qualified |
| Illinois State Bar Association | Qualified |
| Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago | Recommended |
| Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
Endorsements
Chicago Tribune
Chicago Federation of Labor
Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters
Laborers' District Council of Chicago & Vicinity
Personal PAC
Cong. Jan Schakowsky
Chicago Federation of Labor
Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters
Laborers' District Council of Chicago & Vicinity
Personal PAC
Cong. Jan Schakowsky
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Megan Elizabeth Goldish -- #172
Campaign Website
Questionnaire Response: Chicago Tribune
Video Interviews: NTNM(1), NTNM(2)
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:Megan Elizabeth Goldish is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Goldish was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1997 and is currently a supervisor in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office at the George Leighton Criminal Court. Ms. Goldish has extensive criminal jury and bench trial experience. Ms. Goldish has also tried many murder cases and is well regarded by the judges before whom she has practiced for her knowledge of the law, legal ability, and even temperament. Ms. Goldish is actively involved in public service and various charitable organizations.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Megan Goldish was admitted to practice in 1997. She is currently an Assistant Cook County State’s Attorney, working as a First Chair prosecutor in a felony trial courtroom. She serves as the First Chair in the WINGSS Felony Prostitution Call, a well-respected diversion program. Ms. Goldish has substantial experience in complex litigation, and is involved in substantial pro bono and civic matters. She is considered to have good legal ability and temperament, and she is praised for being hard-working and knowledgeable. The Council finds her 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 Chicago | Not Evaluated |
| Cook County Bar Association | Recommended |
| Decalogue Society of Lawyers | Recommended |
| Hellenic Bar Association | Recommended |
| Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois | Highly Qualified |
| Illinois State Bar Association | Qualified |
| Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago | Highly Recommended |
| Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
Endorsements
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
41st Ward Democratic Organization
41st Ward Democratic Organization
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Nathan Benjamin Myers -- #173
Campaign Website (not previously posted)
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:
Nathan Benjamin Myers was admitted to practice in 1985. He is a solo practitioner. My Myers has a variety of experiences as a lawyer, and he is reported to have a good temperament. The Council is concerned, however, that he lacks experience in litigation matters. The Council finds him Not Qualified 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 Chicago | Not Recommended |
| Cook County Bar Association | Not Recommended |
| Decalogue Society of Lawyers | Not Recommended |
| Hellenic Bar Association | Not Recommended |
| Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois | Not Recommended |
| Illinois State Bar Association | Not Qualified |
| Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago | Not Recommended |
| Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois | Not Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Not Recommended |
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