Updated March 17, 2018
Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy.
Ashonta Rice-Akiwowo - #151
Campaign Website (newly added)Law Bulletin Questionnaire
Tribune Questionnaire
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Ashonta Rice-Akiwowo is “Not Recommended” for the office of Associate Judge. Ms. Rice was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2005 and is engaged in private practice concentrating in family law, juvenile law, and social security. Ms. Rice is dedicated, articulate, intelligent, and possesses a fine demeanor and temperament. However, at this stage of her career, Ms. Rice’s practice experience is limited and additional substantive practice experience would better prepare her for service as an Associate Judge.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Ashonta Rice-Akiwowo was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2005. She immediately began as a Cook County Assistant Public Guardian. There, she represented minors in abuse proceedings. In 2007, she started a solo practice specializing in Family law.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Ms. Rice-Akiwowo enjoys a reputation of being a smart and knowledgeable practitioner. She is praised for her temperament which is often described as respectful and professional. She reports a significant number of trials. The Council is concerned, however, because of the combination of depth and breadth of her experience, particularly in light of the relatively few years she has been a lawyer. The Council finds her Not Qualified for the Circuit Court at this time.
Ashonta Rice-Akiwowo has been licensed since 2005. She worked for the Cook County Public Guardian until 2007 when she opened a solo practice focusing on family law. She is considered to be well-prepared, even-tempered and bright; she has never been lead counsel in a jury trial, and attorneys raised concerns over her lack of complex litigation. Ms. Ashonta Rice-Akiwowo is found to be Not 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 | 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 | Not Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
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Michael B. Barrett - #153
Law Bulletin Questionnaire
Tribune Questionnaire
Bar Association Evaluations
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Michael B. Barrett is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Barrett was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1991 and is currently engaged in private practice concentrating in workers’ compensation, personal injury, wills, trusts and estate matters. Mr. Barrett has extensive trial and practice experience and has handled many complex cases. He is highly regarded for his knowledge of the law, excellent legal ability, diligence, and outstanding demeanor.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Michael Brendan Barrett was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1991. Since 1992, he has worked for Barrett & Sramek, where he is a partner focusing on personal injury, probate and estate planning, and worker’s compensation cases. He previously worked as an associate at Moss & Hillison (1991-1992). Mr. Barrett provides pro bono legal services to not-for-profit youth sports organizations, including Vikings Youth Hockey, Amateur Hockey Association of Illinois, Illinois Hockey Officials’ Association, and Chicago Fury Youth Hockey. He has held bar association offices and committee memberships including president of the Southwest Bar Association; judicial evaluations investigator and member of the Tort Law Section Council for the Illinois Bar Association; judicial evaluations investigator for the Chicago Bar Association; and vice chairman of the Judicial Screening Committee for the Coalition of Suburban Bar Associations.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Mr. Barrett is considered to have good legal ability and temperament. He is knowledgeable and is reported to have good trial skills. He has substantial litigation experience is well-respected as a practitioner. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.
Michael Barrett has been licensed since 1991. He is a partner in the firm of Barrett & Sramek, focusing on complex civil litigation, real estate and administrative law matters. He is considered to be very knowledgeable, a hard worker, and has substantial civil litigation experience. He has been active in bar association activities. Mr. Michael B. Barrett is found to be Qualified to 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 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 | Not Evaluated |
| Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
| Women’s Bar Association of Illinois | Recommended |
Endorsements
Chicago Tribune
Chicago Federation of Labor
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
------------------------------------------------------Chicago Federation of Labor
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
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