Friday, March 11, 2016

Organizing the Data: Countywide Karnezis vacancy

Updated 3/14/16
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.
Mary Kathleen McHugh - #216

Campaign Website

Tribune Questionnaire

Bar Association Evaluations

The Chicago Bar Association says:
Mary Kathleen McHugh is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. McHugh was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1993 and is currently a litigation partner in a trial firm. Ms. McHugh has extensive trial experience in a wide array of cases in the Law, Chancery and Commercial Divisions. Ms. McHugh is well regarded by her peers for her knowledge of the law, legal ability, and excellent demeanor.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Mary Kathleen McHugh was admitted to practice in 1993. She is a Partner at the law firm of Parrillo, Weiss & O’Halloran where she concentrates in personal injury and subrogation litigation. She has spent most of her legal career with this firm. She is considered to have good legal ability and has substantial litigation-related experience. She is praised for her knowledge of the law and for her diligence in dealing with opposing counsel. She is reported to have courtroom skills and a good temperament both in court and with opposing counsel. She is also reported to be a good mentor to less experienced attorneys. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Mary Katherine McHugh was admitted to practice in 1993. She is in private practice as a partner at Parrillo Weiss LLC, specializing in personal injury and subrogation cases with some appellate work. She has substantial civil litigation experience and is respected for her legal knowledge, diligence and professionalism. Ms. McHugh 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 ChicagoRecommended
Cook County Bar AssociationRecommended
Decalogue Society of LawyersRecommended
Hellenic Bar AssociationRecommended
Hispanic Lawyers Association of IllinoisQualified
Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of ChicagoRecommended
Puerto Rican Bar Association of IllinoisRecommended
Women’s Bar Association of IllinoisRecommended

Endorsements
Chicago Federation of Labor
Jewish Chicago

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Devlin J. Schoop - #217

Campaign Website

Tribune Questionnaire

Bar Association Evaluations

The Chicago Bar Association says:
Judge Devlin J. Schoop is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Judge Schoop was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1997 and clerked for a U.S. District Court Judge for two years before entering private practice. Judge Schoop was appointed to the bench in 2015 and is dedicated to the law and to the legal profession. Judge Schoop is hardworking and well regarded for his knowledge of the law, extensive legal experience, and skills.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Hon. Devlin Schoop was admitted to practice in 1997. He was appointed by the Illinois Supreme Court to the Circuit Court in 2015. He was a Partner with Laner Muchin. From 1997 to 1999 he clerked for Judge Blanche Manning. From 1999 to 2003 he was an Associate with Wildman Harrold Allen & Dixon. He then became an Associate with Laner Muchin. Judge Schoop has authored IILCE continuing legal education materials on age and employment discrimination issues. He is exceptionally active in pro bono and civic matters and received the U.S. District Court’s Award for Excellence in Pro Bono Service. He is a Panel Chair for the Hearing Board of the ARDC. Judge Schoop has extensive litigation experience in complex matters in both state and federal courts. His practice has included a variety of civil law areas including labor relations, Chancery work, and commercial litigation. He is considered to have very good legal ability and trial skills. His temperament is reported to be excellent and his integrity is unquestioned. The Council finds him Well Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Devlin J. Schoop was admitted to practice in 1997. He was appointed to the Circuit Court in August 2015. Prior to his appointment he was partner with Laner Muchin where he focused on complex commercial, employment and civil rights litigation. He has authored articles and been active in pro bono and civic matters, including serving on the Hearing Board of the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission. He has extensive litigation experience in complex matters and is considered to be knowledgeable and well-prepared with high integrity. Judge Schoop 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 ChicagoRecommended
Cook County Bar AssociationRecommended
Decalogue Society of LawyersRecommended
Hellenic Bar AssociationRecommended
Hispanic Lawyers Association of IllinoisQualified
Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of ChicagoHighly Recommended
Puerto Rican Bar Association of IllinoisRecommended
Women’s Bar Association of IllinoisRecommended

Endorsements
Chicago Tribune
Cook County Democratic Party
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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Brian J. O'Hara - #218

Campaign Website

Brian J. O'Hara: In his own words

Bar Association Evaluations

The Chicago Bar Association says:
Brian O’Hara declined to participate in the Judicial Evaluation Committee (JEC) screening process and, therefore, according to The Chicago Bar Association’s governing resolution for the JEC, is automatically found NOT RECOMMENDED.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Brian O’Hara failed to submit materials for evaluation. The Council finds him Not Recommended for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Brian J. O’Hara declined to participate in the judicial evaluation process. Mr. O’Hara is found to be Not Recommended for election to the Circuit Court, pursuant to ISBA guidelines.
Other Bar Association Evaluations:
Asian American Bar Association of the
Greater Chicago Area
Not Recommended
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 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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