Updated 3/14/16
Four candidates filed as Democrats for this vacancy and one Republican. The Democratic candidates are listed first.
The Democratic primary contest was profiled in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.
Democratic Candidates
Louis George Apostol - #241
Campaign Website
Tribune Questionnaire
Video Interview:
Sonny Hersh Election Special
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says: Louis G. Apostol is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Apostol was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1980 and has 33 years of experience, most recently as Executive Director of the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB). Mr. Apostol has extensive practice experience and is well regarded by his peers. Mr. Apostol also served as a Judge on the Court of Claims and possesses all the requisite qualifications to serve as a Circuit Court Judge.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says: Louis George Apostol was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1980 and has spent his career in private practice He is currently the Executive Director and Counsel to the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board. He was the Public Administrator of Cook County from 1991 to 2003, and has been a Commissioner of the Illinois Court of Claims. He has substantial litigation experience in commercial litigation in both state and federal courts, and has served as the general counsel to over 20 closely held corporations where he handled all related legal matters, including business litigation. Mr. Apostol is active in community activities. He is praised as always being prepared and knowledgeable. Attorneys and judges with professional experience with Mr. Apostol praise his legal ability and temperament. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says: Louis George Apostol was admitted to practice in Illinois in 1980 and has been in private practice his entire career. He is currently the Executive Director and Counsel to the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board. He was also the Public Administrator of Cook County and as a Commissioner of the Illinois Court of Claims. He has also served as the general counsel to many closely held corporations, and he has substantial litigation regarding commercial matters in both state and federal court. He is considered to be a well-prepared and knowledgeable attorney with a good temperament. Mr. Apostol is found to be Qualified to 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 | Highly Recommended |
| Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
Endorsements
Cook County Democratic Party
Illinois Civil Justice League (Recommended)
United Hellenic Voters of America
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Marguerite Anne Quinn - #242
Campaign Website
Tribune Questionnaire
Video Interview:
NTNM
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says: Judge Margarite Quinn is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Judge Quinn was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1986 and was appointed an Associate Judge in 2007. Judge Quinn is currently assigned to the Second Municipal District and presides over domestic violence and criminal cases. Judge Quinn has managed both civil and criminal trial calls and is well regarded for her knowledge of the law, judicial ability, and fine temperament.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says: Hon. Marguerite A. Quinn was admitted to practice in 1986. She was elected as an Associate Judge in 2007 and currently serves in the Skokie Courthouse hearing a variety of cases including domestic violence and criminal law matters. From 1999 to 2007, Judge Quinn was in private practice focusing on real estate taxation. From 1986 to 1998, she served as an Assistant Cook County State’s Attorney. As a lawyer, she was considered to have good legal ability and had substantial litigation experience. As a judge, she is praised for her courtroom management and for her ability to handle a variety of matters, including those that are complex. She is praised for her calm and even temperament. She is considered well-versed in the law and respondents say she is always well-prepared. The Council finds her Well Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says: Marguerite Anne Quinn was admitted to practice in 1986. In 2007 she was elected as an Associate Judge to the bench and has been retained ever since. She is currently assigned to the Skokie Courthouse where she hears primarily criminal matters. She has also presided over the specialized Veterans Court there. Prior to ascending to the bench, she was a prosecutor for twelve years and in private practice as well. Judge Quinn gets high marks for her legal knowledge and her fair treatment for all who appear in her courtroom. She is considered fair and impartial and is active in community matters. Judge Quinn is found to be Highly 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 | Highly Recommended |
| Hellenic Bar Association | 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 |
Endorsements
Chicago Tribune
Jewish Chicago
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Jennifer E. Bae - #243
No Campaign Website (but the candidate has a
Facebook Campaign Page)
Tribune Questionnaire
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says: Jennifer E. Bae is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Bae was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1997 and is engaged in private practice concentrating in criminal defense work. Ms. Bae is an experienced practitioner and possesses all the requisite qualifications to serve as a Circuit Court Judge.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says: Jennifer Bae was admitted to practice on May 8, 1997. She is currently practicing in a two person firm handling mostly criminal defense matters and some civil litigation. From May 2000 to October 2000, she worked as a solo-practitioner at the Law Offices of Jennifer Bae, and has worked at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office as an Assistant State’s Attorney. She has done non-legal teaching with Korean American Community Services and Korean American Women in Need. Jennifer Bae is considered to have good legal ability and temperament. She has sufficient complex litigation experience in criminal law matters, both as a prosecutor and in private practice. She has had experience in civil proceedings, as well. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says: Jennifer E. Bae was admitted to practice in 1997. She has been in private practice since 2000 after spending three years in the State’s Attorney’s Office. She has also been a member of the Merit Board of the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. She handles mainly criminal defense with some civil and federal work. She has sufficient complex litigation experience, and is considered to be professional and always prepared. She has been a member of the Character and Fitness Committee as well. Ms. Bae 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 |
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Frank J. Andreou - #244
Campaign Website
Tribune Questionnaire
Video Interview:
NTNM
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says: Frank Andreou is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Andreou was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1995 and is currently engaged in private practice concentrating in personal injury, commercial and employment litigation matters. Mr. Andreou has extensive practice and trial experience and is well regarded for his knowledge of the law, legal ability, and fine temperament.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says: Frank John Andreou was admitted to practice in Illinois in 1995. Since 2002, he has been the Managing Principal of Andreou & Casson, Ltd., working as a litigation attorney, both plaintiff and defense, for personal injury, employment, and commercial litigation. From 1999-2002, Mr. Andreou was an associate at Pretzel & Stouffer, specializing in civil litigation and medical malpractice, general liability, and auto defense. From 1995-1999, he was an Assistant State’s Attorney in Cook County. Mr. Andreou is considered to be a competent trial attorney with experience in a variety of civil legal actions. He is reported to have a good temperament. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says: Frank J. Andreou has been licensed since 1995. Since 2002 he has been in private practice doing personal injury, employment and commercial litigation. He has substantial litigation experience and is well-respected for his above average legal knowledge and ability. He is involved in community and bar association affairs. Mr. Andreou 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 |
Endorsement
Chicago Federation of Labor
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Republican Candidate
Thomas William Flannigan - #241
No Campaign Website Known
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:Thomas W. Flannigan is “Not Recommended” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Flannigan was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1983 and is currently engaged in private practice concentrating in civil litigation matters. While Mr. Flannigan has varied court experience, at this stage of his career he does not possess the depth and breadth of legal experience to serve as a Circuit Court Judge.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:Thomas Flannigan has been a lawyer since 1983. He has a MA degree in International Relations. After clerking with Illinois Supreme Court Justice William Clark, he served as an attorney with the firms of Arvey Hodes and Freeborn & Peters, concentrating on international business transactions and litigation. He worked as an attorney in Japan in 1988 and between 1991 and 1992. Since 1990, he has been a sole practitioner focusing on civil litigation, intellectual property matters, and estate planning. He has had a limited number of cases go to trial but has been involved in other aspects of complex civil litigation matters. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says: Thomas Flannigan was admitted to practice in 1983. He is a sole practitioner doing mostly civil litigation. Early in his career he worked as an attorney in Japan and seemed to concentrate in international law; however, he later switched to other areas of law as well. He published articles and spoke about Japan during the 1990s. He is considered to be a competent attorney, but there are concerns over his lack of recent and complex trial and the depth of his more recent legal experience. Mr. Flannigan is found to be Not 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 | Recommended |
| Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois | Not 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 |
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