Sunday, March 13, 2016

Organizing the Data: 4th Subcircuit, Kunkle vacancy

This candidate is running unopposed in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy.

Edward J. King - #241


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Bar Association Evaluations

The Chicago Bar Association says:
Judge Edward J. King is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Judge King was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1981 and had extensive practice experience before his appointment to the bench in 2014. Judge King’s experience includes private practice and service as an Assistant Chicago Corporation Counsel and as an Assistant Illinois Attorney General. Judge King is currently assigned to Traffic Court and is well regarded for his knowledge of the law, judicial ability, dedication to justice, and outstanding temperament.
The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Hon. Edward J. King was appointed to the Circuit Court by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2014. He was a sole practitioner and since 1988 had served as a Special Assistant Illinois Attorney General. He is considered to have good legal ability and temperament. He had substantial litigation experience in more complex matters. He is praised for his temperament. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.
The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Edward J. King was admitted to practice in 1981. He was appointed to the Circuit Court in 2014. Prior to his appointment, he worked as a sole practitioner doing personal injury, chancery, estates, and criminal defense. He also represented municipal entities and state agencies. He has substantial jury and bench litigation experience. He is considered to be a strong advocate with a collegial demeanor and high integrity. Judge King 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

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