Local Leadership Update: Cook County Circuit Court Judges Promoted

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On Wednesday, Chief Judge Timothy C. Evans announced the promotion of several acting presiding judges in the Circuit Court of Cook County. The judges promoted are the Hon. Donna L. Cooper from the Juvenile Division, the Hon. Sophia H. Hall from the Chancery Division, the Hon. Mary C. Marubio from the Pretrial Division, the Hon. Judith C. Rice from the Domestic Violence Division, and the Hon. Regina Scannicchio from the Domestic Relations Division. These judges were recognized for their strong performance and leadership.

Judge Donna L. Cooper has served as the acting presiding judge of the Juvenile Justice Division since May 3, 2023. A retired Illinois Army National Guard colonel, she has worked in the Juvenile Justice Division since April 2009. Judge Cooper plans to introduce a Restorative Justice program to increase community involvement and mentorship for youth.

Judge Sophia H. Hall has been the interim acting presiding judge of the Chancery Division since January 31, 2022. She has over 40 years of judicial experience and has worked to integrate technology into court procedures, which has improved public access and operational efficiency.

Judges Mary C. Marubio, Judith C. Rice, and Regina Scannicchio have also been noted for their contributions in their divisions, focusing on the development and implementation of division-specific policies and programs.