This is the only judicial vacancy in Cook County in which both Republican and Democratic candidates filed. In this post, we'll look at the Republican candidates in the order that they appear on the ballot; we look at the Democratic candidates in this separate post. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.
Christine Svenson - #191
Campaign Website
Bar Association Evaluation Narratives
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Christine Svenson is “Not Recommended” to serve as a Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Svenson was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1995. She has practiced as a solo practitioner for many years, concentrating on divorce matters and non-litigation matters, and some election law matters. Concerns about Ms. Svenson’s lack of candor related to criticism by the Illinois Court of Appeals and her lack of trial and litigation experience resulted in the finding of “Not Recommended.”The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Alice Christine Svenson was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1995. She is the Principal at Svenson Law Offices, where she focuses on family law, federal and state election law, and employment law. Previously, she handled workers compensation cases at Stone and Johnson (Associate and Partner, 1998-2008) and at Ridge and Downes (Associate, 1995-1998). She has participated in serval bar associations including the Republican National Lawyers Association, where she served on the Board of Governors and as the Finance Chair and the Illinois State Chapter Chair. She has provided pro bono legal services to divorced fathers through the organization Fathers Helping Fathers.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Ms. Svenson has a variety of legal experiences, including litigation experience in workers compensation cases and domestic relations matters. She has relatively little recent trial experience, although she maintains a motion practice. Respondents say she has demonstrative good litigation skills and she is reported to have a good temperament. There have been a few client complaints concerning her diligence, but on balance, she appears to be a good practitioner. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.
Christine Svenson was admitted in 1995. She opened her own practice in 2008 focusing on domestic, chancery, workers’ compensation, and tort matters. She is also a mediator and an arbitrator and did civil litigation with two firms. She has minimal jury trial experience and some bench trial experience. Most attorneys reported positive comments on her diligence, and she is considered to have sound knowledge of workers’ compensation. She has community involvement.
The Committee finds Christine Svenson qualified for election to the Circuit Court on Cook County.
Other Bar Association Evaluations
Arab American Bar Association: Recommended
Asian American Bar Association: Qualified
Black Women Lawyers' Association: Recommended
Cook County Bar Association:
Decalogue Society of Lawyers: Recommended
Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois: 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: Recommended
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Gary William Seyring - #192
Campaign Website
Bar Association Evaluation Narratives
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Gary William Seyring is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Seyring was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1978 and is currently engaged in private practice concentrating in family law, real estate, business law, and wills, trusts and estates. Mr. Seyring has commercial litigation experience and is well regarded for his knowledge of probate, tax and family law. Mr. Seyring is actively involved in community service and highly regarded by the judges before whom he has appeared.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Gary W. Seyring was admitted to practice in 1978. He is also a Certified Public Accountant. He is a solo practitioner focusing on domestic relations, real estate, estate planning, tax planning, and business law. A substantial percentage of Mr. Seyring’s practice involves litigation. He is considered to have good legal ability and temperament. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Gary William Seyring has been licensed since 1978. He has been a private practitioner since with his own practice: Law Offices of Gary Seyring, focusing on various areas of civil law including domestic relations, real estate, probate and estate planning, and business law. He has taught at Roosevelt University, been active on committees with the Chicago Bar Association and the Northwest Suburban Bar Association and assisted military families with tax preparation through a pro bono program. He is on the board of the Illinois Youth Soccer Association.
He is considered to be a well-prepared litigator with good writing skills. He has a diverse clientele and is patient and calm. He has substantial civil trial experience including in complex matters.
The Committee finds Gary William Seyring qualified for election to the Circuit Court of Cook County.
Other Bar Association Evaluations
Arab American Bar Association: Not evaluated through no fault of the candidate
Asian American Bar Association: Qualified
Black Women Lawyers' Association: Recommended
Cook County Bar Association: Recommended
Decalogue Society of Lawyers: Recommended
Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois: 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
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Dominic J Buttitta, Jr. - #193
Campaign Website
Bar Association Evaluation Narratives
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Dominic J. Buttitta, Jr. is “Qualified” to serve as a Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Buttitta was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2010. After interning with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, he spent three years as an Assistant State’s Attorney in the McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office. Next, he went into private practice as a partner in two law firms. In private practice, Mr. Buttitta handled criminal defense, domestic relations, and commercial litigation matters in Cook County and the surrounding counties. During his twelve years as a practicing attorney, he has had more than 120 jury and bench trials in both criminal and civil cases. Mr. Buttitta is qualified based on his litigation experience and his substantial trial experience.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Dominic Buttitta, Jr was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2010. He began his legal career with the McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office where during a span of 3 years he achieved the position of lead trial attorney. He then went into private practice as a partner in a small firm, doing criminal defense, family law, civil litigation, and personal injury matters. In 2015 he opened his own practice where he is the managing partner. He has substantial bench and jury trial experience in a variety of areas. He is active in community activities.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Dominic Buttitta is widely praised as an attorney with good legal ability and a go-to person for advice by other attorneys. He is reported to have a good temperament and to be well prepared and organized in his practice. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.
Dominic J. Buttitta, Jr. was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2010. He first spent three years as an assistant state’s attorney in McHenry County, then went into private practice with Carponelli and Buttitta. In 2015 he opened his present practice, Buttitta Law Group, focusing on criminal defense and family law. He is a member of various bar associations.
He has both jury and bench trial experience in criminal matters. Lawyers reported that he has a strong work ethic, is able to see core issues quickly, and makes sure to do his own research. He is considered to be very fair, kind and even-tempered.
The Committee finds Dominic J. Buttitta, Jr. qualified for election to the Circuit Court of Cook County.
Other Bar Association Evaluations
Arab American Bar Association: Recommended
Asian American Bar Association: Recommended
Black Women Lawyers' Association: Recommended
Cook County Bar Association: Recommended
Decalogue Society of Lawyers: Recommended
Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois: Recommended
Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois: Qualified
Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago: Highly Recommended
Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois: Recommended
Women's Bar Association of Illinois: Recommended
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