I regret to announce the recent passing of former Chief Judge Bernard E. Drew, Jr. and retired Associate Judge Michael J. Fritz on November 1 and October 23, respectively. Additional Info...
Chief Judge Jay W. Ukena is pleased to announce that Todd A. Schroeder has accepted the position of Executive Director of the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit. Schroeder will assume his role on November 27. Additional Info...
“A courthouse can often be an intimidating place for a child. Kid’s Korner is a warm and welcoming space for children to feel comfortable, safe, and be able to play while their parents or guardians are conducting court business... Additional Info...
It is with a heavy heart that I report that Circuit Judge Thomas M. Schippers passed away this morning surrounded by his loving family. Judge Schippers was a beloved colleague and dear friend to all of us in the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit. Additional Info...
Elected by the Circuit Judges of the 19th Judicial Circuit, Judge Diane E. Winter will serve at the Circuit Judges’ pleasure as Chief Judge for a term commencing on January 2, 2020 and terminating January 4, 2021. Additional Info...
On March 26, 2019, Judge James K. Simonian presided over the first Early Resolution Program (ERP) court call in Lake County. The ERP is a program designed to assist self-represented litigants seeking.... Additional Info...
