I decide each case that comes before me on its own merits. It is incumbent on judges to make a sincere effort to educate the public regarding the respective roles of each branch of government and the importance of protecting the judiciary from undue influence. QUALIFICATIONS: 18 years as practicing Trial Attorney, Superior Court Judge for 7 years, Rated “Highly Recommended” by Allegheny County and PA Bar AssociationsĪNSWER TO QUESTION: Judicial independence is a matter of personal courage and integrity. 2004, Virginia University School of Law, LL. 1982, Pittsburgh University School of Law, J.D. If the public distinguishes the interpretive role of the judiciary from the law-making role of the legislature, judges will be free to perform their constitutionallymandated role independently.ĮDUCATION: 1979, Chatham College, B.A. To do this, judges must not fear retaliation from political entities or the media. Unlike legislators, judges gain respect by proving they will decide each case with absolute impartiality, integrity and open-mindedness. QUALIFICATIONS: 39 years’ experience in the PA legal system, Decorated police officer, Attorney, trial & administrative judge (appt by Supreme Court) 11 years, Judge for Court of Common PleasĪNSWER TO QUESTION: The courage to assess the facts and apply the law free from political pressure or regard for popular sentiment.
OCCUPATION: Pennsylvania Superior Court Judge 1989, Temple University School of Law, J.D.
QUALIFICATIONS: Attorney for 20 years, 11 years, Judge for Court of Common PleasĮDUCATION: 1977, LaSalle College, B.A. 1970, Drexel University 1976, Temple University School of Law, J.D. EDUCATION: 1968, Penn State University, B.S.
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