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.
David L. Kelly - #191
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Bar Association Evaluation Narratives
The Chicago Bar Association says:
(evaluation issued before Kelly's appointment to the bench -- Ed.)The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
David L. Kelly is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Kelly was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2001 and is currently engaged in private practice concentrating in civil and criminal matters. Mr. Kelly is active in bar and community work and is well regarded for his knowledge of the law, legal experience, integrity, fine temperament, and excellent demeanor.
The Hon. David Lewis Kelly was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2001. He was appointed to the bench by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2021. Before becoming a judge, he was a Solo Practitioner primarily focused on criminal defense, civil litigation, and real estate. Previously he was Of Counsel at the Property Law Group, LLC (2013-2015), where represented landlords and condominium associations, and investors and individuals in real estate transactions; and served as an Assistant State’s Attorney at the Cook County State’s Attorney Office (2001-2006). He is a member of the Cook County Bar Association, where he has served as Executive Board Member/Secretary (2013-2015) and provided pro bono services in Expungement Workshops and the Legal Assistance Program for low-income individuals.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Judge Kelly is considered to have good legal ability. He is reported to be very knowledgeable with a good temperament. He has substantial litigation experience in more complex matters. He is praised for his litigation skills and for his integrity. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.
David L. Kelly has been licensed since 2001. In 2021 he was appointed to the circuit court. Prior to this he served as an assistant state’s attorney until 2006 when he opened his own general practice focusing on criminal defense and real estate. He has both criminal and civil trial experience. He is well-regarded for his litigation skills, knowledge, and temperament, and is considered to be ethical and respectful. He is active in bar associations and legal clinics.
The Committee finds David L. Kelly 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: Highly Recommended
Women's Bar Association of Illinois: Recommended
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Jenetia Marshall - #192
Campaign Website
Bar Association Evaluation Narratives
The Chicago Bar Association says:
Jenetia Marshall is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Marshall was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2004. She practiced at the Office of the Public Guardian in Cook County prior to joining the Department of Children and Family Services in 2019 where she currently serves as Statewide Compliance Administrator. Ms. Marshall is highly regarded by colleagues and judges she has appeared before for her work ethic, diligence, and fine demeanor.The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:
Jenetia Marshall was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2004. Since 2019, she has worked for the Department of Child and Family Services, where she currently is Statewide Compliance Administrator and previously was Supervisor Regional Counsel. From 2003 to 2019, worked for the Cook County Office of the Public Guardian, where she served as Senior Attorney-Guardian Ad Litem II. She is a member of numerous bar associations, including the Black Women’s Lawyer Association, the Chicago Bar Association, the Cook County Bar Association, and the American Bar Association.The Illinois State Bar Association says:
Ms. Marshall is considered to have good legal ability and is praised for her knowledge of the law in her area of practice. She has substantial litigation experience and is praised for her skills. She is reported to have a good temperament and is praised for her ability to work out settlements with opposing counsel. She is praised as being exceptionally hard working. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.
Jenetia Marshall was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2004. At that time, she joined the Cook County Public Guardian’s Office where she remained until 2019, when she moved to the Department of Children and Family Services as Supervisor-Regional Counsel. She is currently the department’s Statewide Compliance Administrator. She is a member of several bar associations and was a Founding Member of Inner-City Mission, with other community involvement.
She has bench and motion litigation experience. Attorneys reported that she knows the law, is prepared and good in court, and has an excellent temperament.
The Committee finds Jenetia Marshall 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: Recommended
Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois: Recommended
Women's Bar Association of Illinois: Recommended
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