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October 23, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Pennsylvania Superior Court Candidates Discuss Judicial Philosophies, Precedent and Threats to the ProfessionPlease click the links on the candidates' names for the full Q&A. Those without a hyperlinked name have not provided responses. Maria Battista Battista,…
By Max Mitchell
2 minute read
October 23, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Barbara Thomson Seeks Seat on Philadelphia Municipal Court BenchIn general, I see myself as a judicial activist; a loose constructionist; and that the Constitution is a living document. However, I see myself responding to the circumstances so that justice prevails rather than adhering to a particular philosophy.
By Max Mitchell
6 minute read
October 23, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Samantha Williams Runs for Seat on Philadelphia Court of Common PleasIt is important for judges to acknowledge that these disparities exist and be devoted to rooting out any potential bias in their decision making.
By Max Mitchell
5 minute read
October 23, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Sarah Black Vies for Seat on Chester County Court of Common PleasBe humble while holding a position of power. Just because one wears a black robe does not mean they live in an ivory tower.
By Max Mitchell
4 minute read
October 23, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Thomas McCabe Seeks Spot on Chester County Court of Common PleasA court's decision should recognize that the applied law impacts real people in concrete ways.
By Max Mitchell
4 minute read
October 23, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Judge Timika Lane Runs for Pennsylvania Superior CourtThe over-politicization of our courts' cast doubts that our judicial system is justly applying the law rather than bending to the will of partisan interest.
By Max Mitchell
6 minute read
October 23, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Capitol ReportFollowing is a listing of executive and legislative action for the week of Oct. 16. The Pennsylvania Senate is scheduled to reconvene Monday and state House of Representatives is set to return to session Oct. 30.
By Max Mitchell
5 minute read
October 19, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
2 Hopefuls Enter Race to Become Next President Judge of Philadelphia CourtsThe role involves some oversight responsibilities as well as duties acting as the face of the largest court system in the state. Whichever judge is elected to the five-year term position will replace Judge Idee Fox, who is planning to retire at the end of the year.
By Max Mitchell
4 minute read
October 16, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Dawn Getty Sutphin Runs for Seat on Delaware County Court of Common PleasJudicial candidates and judges are now being evaluated by some based on party affiliation or party endorsement without consideration of their personal performance, credentials, and temperament.
By Max Mitchell
5 minute read
October 16, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer
Pa. Supreme Court Candidates Discuss Precedent, Judicial Philosophies and Threats to the ProfessionPennsylvanians are set to select a new Supreme Court justice soon in a high-stakes race that will shape the make-up of the state's apex court for years to come.
By Max Mitchell
1 minute read
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