Judge of Court of Appeals - 5th District- Term Commencing 2/9/2027
No. to be elected: 4-12 from 12 districts | Salary: $169,075 | Term: 6 yearsResponsibilities: Hears appeals from the Common Pleas, County, and Municipal Courts. Decisions made by a Court of Appeals judge are final, except in cases involving constitutional questions, felony cases, cases in which it has original jurisdiction, and cases of public or great general interest.
List your judicial experience (courts and years).
What non-judicial legal experience qualifies you to be a judge?
Why are you running for this specific court seat?
What major challenges do courts face today? How would you address them?
What do you perceive as the greatest obstacle to justice, if any?
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Training and Experience
I have over 30 years of legal experience. I have argued before numerous courts and appeals boards, including one step below the US Supreme Court. Licensed to practice before the US Supreme Court. I have served as an expert witness. I was elected twice to Johnstown City Council. I served in the Army National Guard.
Volunteer/Community Service
I have volunteered in my community and church, having taught Sunday School when my kids were younger.
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I have argued one step below the US Supreme Court. I have argued for my clients in numerous courts and appeal boards. I have a broad experience, background and education, which is important to an Appeal Court Judge. Much of my practice deals with Legal Briefs and filings, which is good experience for an Appeals Court Judge. I have served as a mediator.
I want to give back to the legal community that has given so much to me. Based on my background, experience and education the 5th District Court of Appeals is a natural fit for me. It is a three-person court so diversity in the Judges is very important.
Access to the Court System. I would make the court more accessible with having the court hearings in schools and public places. I would have court hearings at night and the weekends for accessibility. I would listen to citizens and the public about their needs.
Affordable access to the Court System. Courts not listening to citizens.
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