Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy.
Clare Joyce Quish - #141
Campaign WebsiteLaw Bulletin Questionnaire
Tribune Questionnaire
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Judge Clare Quish is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Judge Quish was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2000 and was appointed to the Circuit Court in June 2016. Judge Quish served as a law clerk for Justice Mary Jane Theis for 6 ½ years before entering private practice where she handled civil litigation and appeals. Judge Quish has served in the Circuit Court’s Traffic and Municipal Divisions and has efficiently presided over both bench and jury trials. Judge Quish is hardworking, diligent, and well regarded for her knowledge of the law and excellent temperament.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Clare Joyce Quish was admitted to practice in 2000. She was appointed to the bench by the Illinois Supreme Court. She was a Partner with Schuyler Roche & Crisham P.C., serving as litigation counsel in a variety of commercial and civil litigation matters in both state and federal courts. She has also had an appellate practice in both state and federal courts, including the Illinois Appellate Court, the Illinois Supreme Court, and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Before taking the bench, she had been a Partner since 2009 and an Associate between 2007 and 2009. From 2000 to 2007, she was a law clerk to Justice Mary Jane Theis when she was an Appellate Court judge. She has served as an adjunct professor at Loyola University Law School, and serves on the Illinois Supreme Court’s Committee for Character and Fitness for the First Judicial District.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Ms. Quish is considered to have good legal ability and has litigation experience in more complex matters. She is well respected as a practitioner, and she is reported to have good temperament. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.
Clare Joyce Quish has been licensed since 2000. She was appointed to the Circuit Court in June 2016, and is currently assigned to the Municipal Department, First District, Non-jury Civil section. Judge Quish is a former law clerk to Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis, and did appellate and litigation work for a private firm before joining and becoming a partner at Schuyler, Roche & Crisham. She has handled complex commercial and civil litigation. Attorneys describe her as meticulous, even-tempered and to have high integrity. She has been active with bar association activities and has both lectured and written on legal topics. Judge Clare Quish 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 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
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
The Advocates Society (recommended)
Polish American Police Association
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Chicago Federation of Labor
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
The Advocates Society (recommended)
Polish American Police Association
Jerry Barrido - #142
Campaign WebsiteLaw Bulletin Questionnaire
Tribune Questionnaire
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Jerry Barrido is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Barrido was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1999 and is currently serving as a Cook County Assistant Public Defender in the Juvenile Justice Division. Mr. Barrido has extensive experience in criminal and juvenile law and has tried numerous bench and jury cases. Mr. Barrido is hardworking and well regarded for his knowledge of the law, diligence, and fairness.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Jerome C. Barrido was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1999. He is a career Assistant Cook County Public Defender. He is currently assigned to a juvenile justice call in a suburban district, where he handles matters ranging from Class X felonies to misdemeanors. He has extensive adult felony and juvenile litigation experience. He is praised as having very good legal ability and temperament. He is considered to be very knowledgeable, and is praised for his trial skills. He is reported to be a zealous advocate while being respectful to judges and opposing counsel. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Jerome Barrido has been licensed since 1999. He is a career assistant public defender, currently assigned to the Juvenile Justice Division. He has tried multiple criminal juries, including complex matters, and has substantial experience with mental health issues. He is considered to be a passionate and dedicated professional who is very knowledgeable about the law, with high character and integrity. Mr. Jerome Barrido is found to be Qualified for election to the Circuit Court of Cook CountyOther 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 |
| Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago | Recommended |
| Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
Endorsement
IVI-IPO
------------------------------------------------------Patrick Dankwa John - #143
No Campaign Website, but there is a Campaign Facebook PageBar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Patrick Dankwa John 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:
Patrick John was admitted to practice in 1998. He is currently an Associate at The Barclay Group where he focuses on family law. From 2001 to 2010 he was an Associate at a small firm and was employed by another private firm between 1998 and 2001. He has served as an associate in two private law firms since being admitted to practice. Mr. John is considered to have good legal ability and temperament. His practice includes a substantial motion practice. The Council, however, is concerned that he does not have sufficient trial experience in complex matters. On balance, the Council finds him Not Qualified for the Circuit Court.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Patrick Dankwa John was admitted to practice in 1998. He is an associate with Barclay Law Group, concentrating in family law and has been in private practice since being licensed. He is considered to be a diligent and skilled litigator in his area of practice, with a good temperament. Mr. Patrick Dankwa John 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 | Not Qualified |
| Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago | Recommended |
| Cook County Bar Association | Not Evaluated |
| Decalogue Society of Lawyers | Recommended |
| Hellenic Bar Association | Recommended |
| Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois | Qualified |
| Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago | Not Evaluated |
| Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois | Not Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
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