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.
Sharon Oden Johnson -- #135
Campaign Website
Video Interview: NTNM
Questionnaire Response: Chicago Tribune
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:Judge Sharon Oden Johnson is “Not Recommended” for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Judge Johnson was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1996 and was elected to the Circuit Court in 2010. Judge Johnson is currently assigned to the Domestic Relations Division and hears parentage and child support cases. Judge Johnson is intelligent, motivated, and diligent. While the Committee was impressed with the quality of Judge Johnson’s work in her present assignment, more judicial experience, ideally in some other judicial assignments, is needed to better prepare her for service on the Appellate Court.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Hon. Sharon Oden Johnson was admitted to practice in 1996. She was elected to the Circuit Court bench in 2010 and since 2011 has served in the Parentage and Child Support section of the Domestic Relations Division. Before being appointed to the bench, Judge Johnson had a legal career focused on family law matters. She is considered to be a capable jurist in her current assignment with a good judicial temperament. She is praised for being well-prepared. The Council is concerned, however that Judge Johnson did not have substantial litigation experience in complex matters before becoming a judge and has served as a Circuit Judge for a limited time. The Council finds her Not Qualified for the Illinois Appellate Court at this time.Other Bar Association Evaluations:
| Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area | Not Evaluated |
| Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago | Recommended |
| Cook County Bar Association | Recommended |
| Decalogue Society of Lawyers | 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 |
Endorsements
Soul Slate
Chicago Crusader
Democratic Women of the South Suburbs
18th Ward Community Action Network
Chicago Crusader
Democratic Women of the South Suburbs
18th Ward Community Action Network
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John B. Simon -- #136
Campaign Website
Questionnaire Response: Chicago Tribune
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:Justice John B. Simon is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Justice Simon was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1967 and had a distinguished career in government and in private practice before being appointed to the Illinois Appellate Court in 2012. Justice Simon has a passion and enthusiasm for the law and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Appellate Court. Justice Simon is hardworking, diligent, and committed to the justice system.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Hon. John B. Simon was admitted to practice in 1967 and was appointed to the Illinois Appellate Court in November 2012. From 1967 to 1974 he served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney where he rose to the position of Chief of the Civil Division. From 1975 to 1985 he was a partner with Friedman & Koven doing civil, criminal, and appellate litigation. He then served as a partner with the law firm of Jenner & Block, principally engaged in commercial litigation, until his appointment to the bench. As a lawyer, Judge Simon is described as a knowledgeable and respected litigator with very good legal ability and temperament. He is praised for his litigation skills and was often described as a “superb litigator.” Judge Simon also receives high praise in his role as an appellate court judge. He is an active participant in oral argument – lawyers report that he asks the right questions – and he receives praise for his written opinions. He has been active in court reform activities. The Council finds him Well Qualified for the Appellate 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 | Highly Recommended |
| Hellenic Bar Association | Recommended |
| Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois | Highly Qualified |
| Illinois State Bar Association | Highly Qualified |
| Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago | Highly Recommended |
| Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois | Highly Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
Endorsements
Cook County Democratic Party
Chicago Tribune
Chicago Federation of Labor
Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters
Laborers' District Council of Chicago & Vicinity
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
Jewish Chicago
IVI-IPO
Personal PAC
Cong. Jan Schakowsky
Chicago Tribune
Chicago Federation of Labor
Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters
Laborers' District Council of Chicago & Vicinity
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
Jewish Chicago
IVI-IPO
Personal PAC
Cong. Jan Schakowsky
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