Group criticized for effort to sway judicial elections, but that’s how the democratic process works
During the 2024 legislative session, the Oklahoma Council for Public Affairs lobbied the state Legislature to change our system of selecting judges to one that mirrors the national government model. A piece I co-wrote explained why. Although OCPA had some valid criticisms, I believe those could be addressed without reforming the entire system. Now, OCPA […]
Judge Rejects Girard Stepmom's Request as Beermann LLP Faces Corruption Allegations
Beermann LLP Accused of Using Legal Maneuvers to Gain Advantage as Federal Corruption Allegations Loom. A recent ruling in the Girard family’s high-stakes legal battle has brought fresh scrutiny to Chicago's Cook County Family Court. On October 18, 2024, the court struck down Marissa Girard’s motion for Substitution of Judge (SOJ) as a matter of right, a move that has sparked concerns about judicial fairness and potential corruption.