Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary. No Republican filed for this vacancy.
This contest was also profiled in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.
Scott Edward Lipinski - #202
Campaign websiteTribune Questionnaire
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Scott E. Lipinski is “Not Recommended” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Lipinski was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2002 and currently serves as an Assistant Cook County Public Defender in the 5th Municipal District. Although Mr. Lipinski has court experience, at this stage of his career he does not possess the depth and breadth of legal knowledge and experience to effectively serve as a Circuit Court Judge.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Scott E. Lipinski was admitted to practice in 2002. He is a career Assistant Cook County Public Defender, currently assigned to the felony rotation in the Bridgeview Courthouse. Most attorneys report that Mr. Lipinski is capable of handling his call. He handled misdemeanor and other less complex matters for much of his career, but he now has begun defending more complex cases. Many lawyers also report that he on occasion will lose his temper in a professional setting. On balance, the Council finds him Not Qualified for the Circuit Court.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Scott Edward Lipinski has been licensed since 2002. He has spent his entire career with the Public Defender’s Office, currently assigned to the Bridgeview Courthouse. He has jury and bench trial experience and is considered to be knowledgeable and competent. There are mixed opinions on his temperament, with comments ranging from respectful to arrogant. Mr. Lipinski is found to be Qualified for election to the Circuit Court.Other Bar Association Evaluations:
| Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area | Not Recommended |
| Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago | Evaluation Unavailable |
| Cook County Bar Association | Recommended |
| Decalogue Society of Lawyers | Not Recommended |
| Hellenic Bar Association | Not Recommended |
| Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois | Qualified |
| Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago | Not Recommended |
| Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Not Recommended |
Rossana Patricia Fernandez - #203
Campaign WebsiteTribune Questionnaire
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Judge Rossana Fernandez is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Judge Fernandez was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1997. Before her appointment to the Circuit Court in 2015, Judge Fernandez had extensive civil litigation experience that included both bench and jury trials. Judge Fernandez receives high marks from lawyers for her knowledge of the law, work ethic, fine temperament and demeanor.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Hon. Rosanna Patricia Fernandez was admitted to practice in Illinois in May 1997. She was recently appointed to the bench by the Illinois Supreme Court. Before taking the bench, she was a partner at Sanchez and Daniels doing personal injury litigation. From 1997-2000 she worked at Eannace Lowery & Meade as an Associate Attorney. Judge Fernandez is considered to have good legal ability and is praised for her knowledge of the law. Most respondents say she has a good temperament. All say she is a zealous advocate for her clients. She has substantial jury trial experience. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Rosanna Patricia Fernandez was admitted to practice in 1997. She was appointed to the Circuit Court in February 2015. Before her appointment, she was in private practice doing personal injury litigation. She has substantial trial experience with good legal ability and temperament. Judge Fernandez is found to be Qualified for election to the Circuit Court.Other Bar Association Evaluations:
| Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area | Recommended |
| 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 |
| 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
Cook County Democratic Party
Chicago Federation of Labor
Jewish Chicago
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
Illinois Civil Justice League (Highly Recommended)
Chicago Chapter of NOW
Personal PAC
United Hellenic Voters of America
Indo-American Democratic Organization
------------------------------------------------------Cook County Democratic Party
Chicago Federation of Labor
Jewish Chicago
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
Illinois Civil Justice League (Highly Recommended)
Chicago Chapter of NOW
Personal PAC
United Hellenic Voters of America
Indo-American Democratic Organization
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