Monday, March 05, 2018

Organizing the Data: 11th Subcircuit - Kennedy Vacancy

Updated March 19, 2018
Updated March 12, 2018
Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy.

Joanne F. Rosado - #151

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Bar Association Evaluations

The Chicago Bar Association says:
Judge Joanne F. Rosado is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Judge Rosado was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2001 and served as a Cook County Assistant Public Defender from 2002-2017. Ms. Rosado was appointed to the Circuit Court in 2017 and is currently assigned to the First Municipal District. Judge Rosado is well regarded for her knowledge of the law, judicial ability, diligence, and outstanding temperament.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Hon. Joanne F. Rosado was admitted to practice in 2001. She was appointed to the bench by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2017. Before taking the bench, she was a career Assistant Cook County Public Defender. She served as a First Chair Public Defender in murder cases, assigned to the Multiple Defendants Unit. She had substantial litigation experience in more complex matters in both civil and criminal law cases, having been assigned to the section doing child protection cases. Ms. Rosado is considered to have good legal ability and temperament. She was praised for her litigation skills and for having been a strong advocate while maintaining a professional demeanor. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Joanne F. Rosado has been licensed since 2002. She was appointed to the Circuit Court in January, 2017, and is currently assigned to the Municipal Department, First District, Traffic section. Prior to her appointment she was a career assistant public defender where she handled complex felony cases. She has extensive experience in both jury and bench trials and in motion practice. She is considered to be very professional, bright and hard-working. She has been active in bar association and community activities and has done some teaching and lecturing. Judge Joanne F. Rosado is found to be Qualified for election to the Circuit Court of Cook County.
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 Illinois Highly Qualified
Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of ChicagoRecommended
Puerto Rican Bar Association of IllinoisHighly Recommended
Women’s Bar Association of IllinoisRecommended

Endorsements
Cook County Democratic Party 11th Subcircuit Committeemen
Chicago Federation of Labor
IVI-IPO
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
Polish American Police Association
The Advocates Society (Recommended)
Chicago NOW
Personal PAC
Chicago Tribune
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Scott J. Frankel - #152

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Scott J. Frankel: In his own words

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The Chicago Bar Association says:
Scott J. Frankel is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Frankel was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1987 and is engaged in private practice concentrating in criminal and civil rights law. Mr. Frankel has extensive practice experience in handling complex cases in both the federal and state courts. Mr. Frankel is highly regarded by his colleagues, adversaries, and judges before whom he has appeared for his knowledge of the law and legal ability.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Scott Jay Frankel was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1987. He is a Partner at Frankel and Cohen, where he represents clients in criminal and some civil cases. Previously he served in the Cook County Public Defender’s Office, where he represented clients in misdemeanor and felony courtrooms (1989-1992); as an Associate at Mayer Brown (1987-1989); and as a Clerk in the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Cincinnati, Ohio (1985-1987).

Mr. Frankel is considered to have very good legal ability. He practices primarily in criminal matters in federal court, where is praised for his litigation skills. He has substantial experience in complex litigation and has experience in both criminal and civil matters. He is reported to be respectful to opposing counsel and is generally praised for his temperament. He is reported to be exceptionally conscientious. The Council finds him Well Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Scott J. Frankel has been licensed since 1987. He is in private practice with Frankel & Cohen, concentrating on criminal defense and employment matters. He has extensive trial experience in both state and federal courts and also with appeals. He is considered to be very professional, smart and prepared. He has lectured on legal matters and has bar association and community involvement. Mr. Scott J. Frankel is found to be Qualified for election to the Circuit Court of Cook County.
Other Bar Association Evaluations:
Asian American Bar Association of the
Greater Chicago Area		Qualified
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

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