Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.
Chris Taliaferro - #191
No Campaign Website known
(but there is a fundraising website)
Bar Association Evaluation Narratives
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Chris Taliaferro is “Not Recommended” to serve as a Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Taliaferro was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2007. Mr. Taliaferro has a long history of public service including with the United States Marine Corp., Cook County Sheriff, and Chicago Police Department, and currently as the Alderman of the 29 th Ward in Chicago. Mr. Taliaferro is hardworking and possesses a fine demeanor. Unfortunately, at this time, he does not possess the depth and breadth of legal knowledge and practice experience to effectively serve as a Circuit Court Judge.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Christopher Taliaferro was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2007. Currently he serves as Alderman for the 29th Ward of the City of Chicago (2015-present) and as a Solo Practitioner (2007-present) with the Taliaferro Law Group, where he practices family law.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Christopher Taliaferro is reported to have a good temperament. The Council is concerned, however, that he does not appear to have sufficient litigation experience in more complex matters and that his practice lacks sufficient depth and breadth. The Council finds him Not Qualified for the Circuit Court.
Christopher Taliaferro has been licensed since 2007. Since being licensed he has practiced in the area of family with Taliaferro Law Group. He has also served as Alderman from the 29 th Ward to the Chicago City Council since 2015 where he chairs the City Council Committee on Public Safety. He is a Marine Corps veteran. He has lectured on estate planning and on civics and is a member of bar associations.
He reports no jury trial experience and three civil bench trials as lead counsel. While attorneys consider him to have good legal knowledge in his area and to be hard working and diligent, concerns were raised about the depth and breadth of his overall legal experience and his lack of trial experience.
The Committee finds Chris Taliaferro not qualified for election to the Circuit Court of Cook County.
Other Bar Association Evaluations
Arab American Bar Association: Not Recommended
Asian American Bar Association: Not Recommended
Black Women Lawyers' Association: Recommended
Cook County Bar Association: Recommended
Decalogue Society of Lawyers: Not Recommended
Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois: 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
Endorsements
Chicago Federation of Labor
"Girl, I Guess" Voter's Guide
AMVOTE PAC
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AMVOTE PAC
Aileen Bhandari - #192
Campaign Website
Bar Association Evaluation Narratives
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Aileen Bhandari is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Bhandari was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2002 and has served as an Assistant Cook County State’s Attorney for 16 years. Ms. Bhandari is assigned to the Community Justice Center-West. Ms. Bhandari has extensive trial experience and is well regarded for her work ethic, knowledge of the law, legal experience, and excellent temperament.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Aileen Bhandarit was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2002. She is an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Cook County State’s Attorney Office, where she prosecutes criminal cases, including Armed Robbery, Criminal Sexual Assault, Attempted Murder, and Murder cases, for the Felony Trial Division. Her pro bono activities include participation in Lawyers in the Classroom (2015).The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Aileen Bhandari is considered to have good legal ability and has substantial trial experience in more complex criminal law matters. Her temperament is described as calm and affable. She is a well respected prosecutor who is described as having a commitment to understanding the needs of different communities and of crime victims from different backgrounds. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.
Aileen Bhandari was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2002. She is a career assistant state’s attorney currently assigned to the Felony Trial Division. She has been active with various bar associations, including serving as treasurer of the Indian American Bar Association, has spoken on various legal issues, works on diversity issues with the Sate’s Attorney’s Office, and helped organize a naturalization drive.
Ms. Bhandari has extensive criminal jury and bench trial experience. Attorneys report that she is punctual, prepared, follows court rules, and presents evidence honestly and straightforwardly.
The Committee finds Aileen Bhandari 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: Highly Recommended
Women's Bar Association of Illinois: Recommended
Endorsements
IVI-IPO
Indo-American Democratic Organization
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
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Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
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