Judicial Extern Sites

Approved Judicial Extern Clinic Site List as of November 8, 2018

Federal Appeals Court Placements:

Supervising Judge Who/How to Contact Previous Student Experiences

Hon. Ann Claire Williams Everett McKinley Dirksen U.S. Significant case and statute analysis, U.S. Court of Appeals Courthouse factual record review, and legal Seventh Circuit 219 S. Dearborn Street research opportunities. Hearing, trial Room 2602 Chicago, IL 60604 and other proceeding observation Chicago, IL (312) 435‐5850 opportunities.

Federal District Court (trial court) Placements:

Supervising Judge Who/How to Contact Previous Student Experiences Hon. Vernelis K. Armstrong Send letter & resume to Magistrate Observe criminal & civil trials; U.S. Magistrate Judge Judge Armstong at: conduct legal research & write U.S. District Court James M. Ashley & Thomas W.L. decisions or memoranda based on Northern District of Ohio Ashley U.S. Courthouse assigned issues; when appropriate, 1716 Spielbusch Ave., Rm. 222 participate in local bar association Toledo, OH 43604 events & courthouse social events; 419‐213‐5580 establish a professional relationship with the courthouse family. Hon. Harold A. Baker Susan Abrams Observe one full trial from jury U.S. District Court 338 U.S. Courthouse selection to verdict; review court Central District of Illinois 201 S. Vine St. dockets/files; research, draft & edit Urbana, IL Urbana, IL 61802 orders for judge’s review; draft an 217‐373‐5835 order on a habeas corpus petition, motion to dismiss and motion for summary judgment. Hon. William Baughman, Jr. 216‐357‐7220 Discussion of case files, research and U.S. Magistrate Judge 216‐357‐7224 fax writing; observation of courtroom U.S. District proceedings. Northern District of Ohio Cleveland, OH

Hon. David Bernthal Send letter of interest, resume, Significant research, writing and U.S. District Court transcript and writing sample to: opinion drafting opportunities. Some Central District of Illinois 201 S. Vine Street observation opportunities. Urbana, IL Urbana, IL 61802

Hon. Ruben Castillo Send resume, cover letter, grades (if Research and writing; court U.S. District Court available) & writing sample to: proceedings; settlement conferences Northern District of Illinois Judge Ruben Castillo Chicago, IL Dirksen Federal Building 219 S. Dearborn, Ste. 2378 Chicago, IL 60604

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Hon. John Darrah Mail application to: Draft opinions for cases before the U.S. District Court Hon. John Darrah court; substantial observation and Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court research opportunities. Chicago, IL 219 S. Dearborn, Room 1288 Chicago, IL 60604 Hon. Philip Frazier 618‐439‐6323 Significant hearing observation and Magistrate Judge research opportunities. Some U.S. District Court writing activities. Southern District of Illinois Benton, IL 62812

Hon. J. Phil Gilbert 618‐439‐7720 Significant research and opinion U.S. District Court drafting opportunities. Few Southern District of Illinois observation opportunities. Benton, IL 62812

Hon. David Herndon Contact the Judge at: Significant research and hearing and U.S. District Court 750 Missouri Ave. trial observation opportunities. Southern District of Illinois East St. Louis, IL 62201 Some memo writing and opinion East St. Louis, IL 618‐482‐9077 drafting. 618‐482‐9195 (fax) [email protected]

Hon. James Holderman Ms. Margaret Winkler Discussion of case files, research and Chief Judge Judicial Assistant writing; observation of courtroom U.S. District Court 312‐435‐5600 proceedings Northern District of Illinois [email protected] Chicago, IL Hon. William Hussmann, Jr. James Smerbeck, Law Clerk Observe civil settlement conferences U.S. Magistrate Judge & hearings on discovery matters, U.S. District Court observe criminal initial appearances 328 Federal Building & detention hearings; observe 101 NW M.L. King Blvd. portion of civil and/or criminal trials; Evansville, IN 47708 draft orders on social security disability cases & civil discovery issues. Hon. Joe Billy McDade Send cover letter & resume to: Research and write judicial opinions; U.S. District Court Dist. Judge for Central Dist. of Illinois observe courtroom procedure Central District of Illinois Attn: Michelle Schneiderheinze Peoria, IL 100 NE Monroe St. Peoria, IL 61602 309‐671‐7821 Hon. Joseph McKinley, Jr. 270‐689‐4430 Research; draft memorandum U.S. District Court opinions; trial involvement 423 Frederica St., Room 206 Western District of Kentucky Owensboro, KY

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Hon. Michael Mihm 309‐671‐7113 Research and draft judicial opinions; U.S. District Court 204 Federal Building observe courtroom procedure Central District of Illinois 100 N.E. Monroe Peoria, IL Peoria, IL 61602

Hon. Sue E. Myerscough 217‐492‐4000 Record review; research; draft U.S. District Court 600 East Monroe proposed dispositions, office Central District of Illinois Springfield, IL 62701 management; attend oral arguments Springfield, IL 62701 and court conferences

Hon. Catherine D. Perry Interested students should see Significant legal research, opinion U.S. District Judge Professor Noble‐Allgire. drafting and observation 111 S. Tenth Street DO NOT CONTACT JUDGE PERRY opportunities St. Louis, MO 63102 DIRECTLY.

Hon. R. David Proctor Contact Sharon Richards, Jud. Asst. Significant legal research, opinion U.S. District Judge 205‐278‐1980 drafting, and hearing observation Birmingham, AL 1729 5th Avenue North activities. Observation; participation Birmingham, AL 35203 in judge’s meeting with clerks.

Hon. Michael J. Reagan 618‐482‐9225 U.S. District Court Melvin Price Federal Courthouse 750 Missouri Avenue East St. Louis, IL 62201

Hon. Nancy J. Rosenstengel Send resume and cover letter to Assist law clerks in chambers w/legal U.S. District Judge [email protected] research & drafting orders on Southern District of Illinois pending motions. Observe court 750 Missouri Avenue hearings; observation of probation, East St. Louis, IL 62201 marshals service, bankruptcy court.

Hon. James D. Todd Contact Jackie Logue at Research; writing memoranda and U.S. District Court 731‐421‐9222 or proposed orders; observe trials and Western District of Tennessee [email protected] other court proceedings. 111 South Highland, Rm 448 Jackson, TN 38301

Hon. Steve Williams 750 Missouri Avenue, Ste. 276 Preliminary criminal matters, civil U.S. Magistrate Judge East St. Louis, IL 62201 docket including civil rights litigation, U.S. District Court for the Southern 618‐482‐9006 settlement conferences, diversity Dist. of Illinois matters, discovery disputes, age & sex discrimination.

Hon. Staci M. Yandle Angela Rollins, Rebecca Warren and Drafting orders and memoranda and United States District Court Christine Hummert observing court. 301 West Main Street Benton, IL 62812 Interested students may submit their application materials to Judge Yandle at [email protected]

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Hon. Richard L. Young Email Kathryn Sullivan at Research & writing opinions; Chief Judge kathryn_sullivan@insd. uscourts.gov observing jury trial & oral arguments; U.S. District Court and Debra Settle at meet with Deputy US Marshals, Southern District of Indiana [email protected]. gov. Probation Officers & Secret Service 310 U.S. Courthouse Evansville, IN Attach cover letter, resume and Agent, tour federal prison 47708 writing sample

Hon. James B. Zagel Send resume, law school transcript, Draft opinions disposing of at least U.S. District Court cover letter to the Judge’s chambers: one motion to dismiss & one motion Northern District of Illinois The Hon. James B. Zagel for summary judgment. Additional U.S. District Court for the Northern draft opinions will be assigned as District of Illinois time allows. Observe court 219 South Dearborn Street proceedings, including status calls, Room 2588 motion hearings, sentencings, Chicago, IL 60604 settlement conferences and trials.

State Supreme Court Placements:

Supervising Judge Who/How to Contact Previous Student Experiences

Hon. Lloyd Karmeier Send resumes to Steve Miller at: Review petitions for leave to appeal, Supreme Court of Illinois P.O. Box 266 legal research, drafting proposed Nashville, IL Nashville, IL 62263 opinions, assist with office administration. Few observation Only 3Ls should apply; superior opportunities. grades and excellent writing ability required. Externs must furnish their own computers and Lexis or Westlaw account.

Hon. Thomas Kilbride Contact Adam Vaught, Admin. Asst. Significant research and writing. Few Supreme Court of Illinois & Law Clerk observation opportunities. Rock Island, IL 309‐794‐3608

Hon. Gary R. Wade Brennan Wingerter Compile records; prepare summaries Chief Justice (865) 594‐5300 of applications for permission to Tennessee Supreme Court William Gill appeal; draft bench briefs and P.O. Box 444 research memos; observe court Knoxville, TN 37901 Email Melissa VanKirk at proceeding and attend staff [email protected] meetings.

4 Illinois State Appellate Court Placements:

Supervising Judge Who/How to Contact Previous Student Experiences

Hon. Judy Cates Illinois Appellate, Court, Fifth District 131 Lincoln Place Court Suite 408 Belleville, IL 62221

Hon. Thomas M. Harris, Jr. 217‐732‐3193 Fourth District Appellate Court 201 W. Monroe St. Springfield, IL 62704

Hon. William E. Holdridge Send resume to: Significant legal research and opinion Third District 207 Main Street, Suite 600 drafting opportunities. Limited Peoria, IL Peoria, IL 61602 observation. 309‐671‐3190

Hon. Mary K. O’Brien Contact Justice O’Brien at Research case law; draft orders and Third District Appellate Court 815‐634‐0041 opinions; attend oral arguments Coal City, IL Justice M. Carol Pope Cover letter & resume to: Work on research & database Fourth District Appellate Ct. Justice M. Carol Pope projects, attend oral arguments, and 105 East Douglas Fourth District Appellate Ct. gain introductory knowledge of Petersburg, IL 62675 105 East Douglas appellate process/practice. Prepare Petersburg, IL 62675 proposed dispositions with law clerks. Hon. Daniel L. Schmidt Cover letter and resume to: Research; write orders/opinions; Third District Appellate Court Justice Daniel L. Schmidt attend oral argument Peoria, IL IL Appellate Court, Third District 401 SW Water St., Ste. 309 Peoria, IL 61602 (Indicate that application is for “Judicial Extern”) Hon. Bruce Stewart Newell Building Significant legal research, memo Fifth District Appellate Court 201 East Main St, Suite 3C writing, and opinion drafting Carbondale, IL 62901 opportunities. Limited observation opportunities.

5 Other State Appellate Court Placements:

Supervising Judge Who/How to Contact Previous Student Experiences

Hon. Jeffrey W. Bates Judge Bates Review assigned cases; review and Missouri Court of Appeals Missouri Ct of Appeals, Southern Dist check facts and law associated with Southern District 300 Hammons Parkway, Suite 300 cases; prepare memoranda for Springfield, MO Springfield, MO 65806 judge’s review; discuss cases with or phone: judge 417‐895‐6824

Hon. Christopher Shea Nickell Kentucky Court of Appeals Significant research and opinion Kentucky Court of Appeals 3235 Olivet Church Road, Suite F drafting opportunities. Some First District Paducah, KY 42001 observation opportunities. Paducah, KY Phone: 270‐575‐7030

Hon. Ken Romines Call 314‐539‐4390 for an interview; Research, draft memos, etc. Missouri Court of Appeals send resume to: Eastern District One Post Office Square, Room 304 St. Louis, MO 815 Olive, St. Louis, MO 63101

Hon. Jeff S. Taylor 401 Frederica Street. Suite A‐102 Significant research and opinion Kentucky Court of Appeals Owensboro, KY 42301 drafting opportunities. Some 270‐687‐7116 observation opportunities.

Hon. Lisa S. VanAmburg [email protected] General topic research; legal Missouri Court of Appeals 314‐539‐4390 research on cases cited by parties & Eastern District of Missouri sought by court; drafting of opinions. 815 Olive St., Room 304 St. Louis, MO 63101

6 Illinois State Trial Court Placements:

Supervising Judge Who/How to Contact Previous Student Experiences

Judges of the 18th Judicial Circuit Contact staff attorney Dan Porter at Meet, work under, and learn from Dupage County 630‐407‐8943. 40+ judges in the Criminal, Domestic Wheaton, IL 60187 Relations, Law, and Chancery Divisions. Will have the opportunity to conduct an oral argument before one of the judges and receive feedback on how to effectively argue in court.

Hon. Claudia Anderson Call 217‐554‐7830 or email: Research, court hearings, meetings Presiding Judge [email protected] Fifth Judicial Circuit Vermilion County Danville, IL

Hon. Brad Bleyer 200 West Jefferson Street, Ste 260 Circuit Court of Williamson County Marion, IL 62959 618‐997‐1301

Hon. Paul P. Biebel 2600 S. California Ave., Rm. 101 Opinion writing, research and Circuit Court of Cook County Chicago, IL 60608 observation. 773‐674‐2697 or 773‐673‐3160

Hon. Arnold Blockman Judge Blockman at 217‐384‐3797 Research family law issues; Circuit Judge significant opportunities to observe Champaign County hearings, settlement conferences, Urbana, IL and participate in judge’s meetings with clerks.

Hon. Mark Boie 618‐833‐8114 or write: Significant research and observation Presiding Judge Circuit Judge Mark Boie opportunities. Some memo writing. Union County Circuit Court 311 W. Market St. Jonesboro, IL Jonesboro, IL 62952

Hon. Robert C. Bollinger Associate Judge Macon County Courts Facility 253 E. Wood Street Decatur, IL 62523

Hon. Judith M. Brawka Deputy Court Administrator: Kane County Courthouse Andrea O’Brien 100 South Third Street 630‐208‐5145 Geneva, IL 60134

Hon. Scott Butler 217‐322‐4633 102 S. Congress St. Rushville, IL 62861

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Hon. James Campanella P.O. Box 438 Writing court orders; retrieving files, 20th Judicial Circuit, Perry County Pinckneyville, IL 62274 observation, liaison to jail for bringing prisoners over, assisting in setting doc, research.

Hon. Peter C. Cavanagh Phone the judge at 217‐753‐6390 Research, review prisoner pleadings Sangamon County to determine nature of relief sought, Seventh Judicial Circuit observe trial and hearing 732 County Bldg. Complex proceedings. 200 S. 9th St. Springfield, IL 62701

Hon. Mark Clarke 618‐734‐0509 Legal research; draft legal Chief Judge, First Judicial Circuit memoranda; interaction with circuit Alexander County Judge Office clerk’s office. 2000 Washington Ave. Cairo, IL 62914‐1717

Hon. Mary Ellen Coghlan 312‐603‐7545 Presiding Judge, Probate Division Circuit Court of Cook County 50 West Washington St, Suite 1803 Richard J. Daley Center Chicago, IL 60602

Hon. Kathryn Creswell Email cover letter and resume to Observe work and speak with Chief Judge Robin Partin at numerous judges in felony, 18th Judicial Circuit Court ‐ DuPage Cnty [email protected]. This misdemeanor, domestic relations, 505 N. County Farm Road internship is best suited for students chancery and law divisions. Prepare Wheaton, IL 60187 in the summer between their 1L and and present a motion argument in 2L years. front of the judges.

Hon. Barbara Crowder Mail resume to Judge Crowder at: Significant research, memo writing Circuit Judge 155 N. Main and observation opportunities. Madison County Edwardsville, IL Edwardsville, IL

Hon. Kimberly Dahlen Significant research and memo Jackson County Circuit Court writing opportunities. Some 1001 Walnut St. observation opportunities. Murphysboro, IL 62966

Hon. Kenneth R. Deihl Contact Judge Deihl by calling Significant observation, research and Circuit Judge 217‐854‐3181, ext. 265 or mail writing opportunities Seventh Judicial Circuit resume and cover letter to: Macoupin County P.O. Box 673 Carlinville, IL Carlinville, IL 62626 * Would like to have an extern every summer

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Hon. Rebecca Simmons Foley Contact William Scanlon, Trial Court Research legal issues, draft orders Circuit Judge Administrator of the eleventh Judicial related to administrative review 104 W. Front Street Circuit at the address listed at the proceedings and civil motions; data Bloomington, IL 61701 left. collection, review and analysis of 309‐888‐5266 mental health commitment cases; [email protected] courtroom observation w/ follow‐up discussion.

Hon. Jeffrey Ford email [email protected]; Research; memorandum writing; Sixth Judicial Circuit include cover letter and resume court observation Champaign County Urbana, IL

Hon. Robert W. Freese 317‐745‐9209 Hendricks County Superior Court One Courthouse Square, #106 Danville, IL 46122

Hon. James R. Glenn Send a letter to the judge at address Observation, legal research, Presiding Judge listed. assistance with Coles County Drug Coles County Courthouse Court, assistance with law library. 651 Jackson Avenue, 2nd Floor Charleston, IL 61920

Hon. Laura Grandy 618‐482‐9412 U.S. Bankruptcy Court Law clerk: Joan Binetsch Melvin Price Federal Courthouse 750 Missouri Avenue East St. Louis, IL 62201

Hon. Bob Hardwick, Jr. Contact Judge Hardwick at 217‐452‐ Significant observation opportunities. Eighth Judicial Circuit 3841 or Judge Butler at 217‐322‐ Some legal research and writing. Cass County 4303 Virginia, IL

Hon. Jonathan E. Hawley Email Judge Hawley at Observe court proceedings and U.S. Magistrate Judge [email protected] settlement conferences; draft bench Central District of Illinois memos; draft pre‐trial orders; 211 US Courthouse research legal issues. 100 NE Monroe Street Peoria, IL 61602

Hon. Lee Ann Hill Forward resumes and cover letters to Observe of dissolution & DUI court. Associate Circuit Judge address at left. Research, document drafting for pro 11th Judicial Circuit se litigants at the judges’s direction. 104 W. Front Street, Suite 323 Updating forms & briefing issues at Bloomington, IL 61702 the supervising judge’s request. 309‐888‐5257

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Hon. David A. Hylla, Circuit Judge Email Judge Hylla at Research, writing memos, observing Third Judicial Circuit [email protected] or mail to motion hearings and jury trials on Madison County 155 N. Main St. civil cases. Edwardsville, IL Edwardsville, IL 62025

618‐296‐4895 Other judges may need externs.

Hon. Lionel Jean‐Baptiste Contact Nairee Hagopian Legal research, draft orders and Circuit Court of Cook County Division Administrator forms, assist with pro se litigants. Richard J. Daley Center Direct line 312‐603‐3037 50 W. Washington St., 1901 B Domestic Relations Division Chicago, IL 60602

312‐603‐3037

Judge Sharon Johnson Markham Courthouse Circuit Court of Cook County 16501 Kedzie Avenue Markham, IL 60428

Hon. Thomas Kelly Kane Posted in early January every year for Legal research & writing, courtroom District Court Judge summer externship. observations; tour of the Department Fourth Judicial District of Corrections. 719‐452‐5276 [email protected] http://www.courts.state.co.us/Courts/ District/Index.cfm?District_ID=4

Hon. Kim L. Kelley Chief Judge Stephen Kouri will share. Conduct legal research & write Associate Judge memorandum of authority for a 10th Judicial Circuit Contact Judge Kelley at number of 13 judges in Peoria Cty. 324 Main St., Room 123 Observe court in all 13 courtrooms; Peoria, IL 61602 confer with sitting judge after observing. Spend at least one day in U.S. District Court.

Hon. Patrick W. Kelley Contact Court Administrator Research; writing; draft orders; Circuit Judge Barb Mabie organize complex case files; observe Seventh Judicial Circuit 200 S. 9th trials and hearings. Springfield, IL Springfield, IL 62701

Hon. James Kinzer Contact Judge Kinzer at: Research and drafting; scheduling; Associate Judge Iroquois County Courthouse observe bench and jury trials. 21st Judicial Circuit 550 S. 10th St. Watseka, IL Watseka, IL 60970

Hon. Todd Lambert 618‐253‐8741 Significant observation opportunities. Circuit Judge Few writing and research Saline County Courthouse opportunities. 10 E. Poplar St. Harrisburg, IL 62946

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Hon. Joseph M. Leberman Contact Stacey King, Pope County Research, attend court proceedings, Resident Circuit Judge Judge’s office, at observe coordination of dockets and 310 East Main St. 618‐683‐4071 scheduling. P.O. Box 490 Golconda, IL 62938

Hon. Alfred Levinson 847‐818‐2286 2121 Euclid, Rm. 106 Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

Hon. Patricia M. Logue 50 West Washington St. Legal research and writing, clerical Associate Judge Chicago, IL 60602 duties, courtroom observation. Circuit Court of Cook County 312‐603‐5545

Hon. Kevin W. Lyons Rena K. Parker, court administrator Tenth Judicial Circuit of Illinois 324 Main Street, Room 215 Peoria County Courthouse Peoria, IL 61602‐1363

Hon. Andy Matoesian Call 618‐692‐7040, ext 4888 Research; watch court proceedings, Circuit Judge or write: motions, etc. Third Judicial Circuit Hon. Andy Matoesian Edwardsville, IL Madison County Courthouse Edwardsville, IL 62025 or email: [email protected]

Hon. Richard D. McCoy Contact Stefanie Dwyer at Significant research, writing and Circuit Court 309‐677‐6236 observation opportunities. Peoria County Peoria, IL Peoria County Courthouse 324 Main St., Room 215 Peoria, IL 61602‐1363

Hon. Stephen McGlynn Contact Judge McGlynn at Research, brief & discuss probate Circuit Judge, 20th Judicial Circuit [email protected] matters, insurance coverage 618‐277‐6600, ext. 2534 disputes, real property disputes, guardianships and TROs/injunctions. Will sit in on felony criminal & major civil jury trials.

Hon. Clare McWilliams Contact externship coordinator for Researching legal issues; observing Circuit Court of Cook County law division: trials & motion calls; possibly drafting 50 W. Washington, Suite 2104 Jennifer Scito bench memorandum. Richard J. Daley Center 50 Washington, Suite 2005 Chicago, IL 60602 Richard J. Daley Center Chicago, IL 60602

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Hon. Joshua A. Meyer Send written letter & resume to: Observe traffic, criminal, D.U.I, family Associate Judge 7th Circuit Hon. Joshua A Meyer law, small claims, & litigation cases. Macoupin Co. Courthouse Macoupin Co. Courthouse Write memos & discuss research 201 East Main St. 201 East Main St. issues with the judge. Carlinville, IL 62626 Carlinville, IL 62626 217‐854‐3211, ext. 262

Hon. James R. Moore Send resume, cover letter, writing Review briefs, draft disposition of 8341 Express Dr., Suite A sample and letter or appeal, observe oral arguments, Marion, IL 62959 recommendation to the judge at review record on appeal, conduct address listed. legal research, participate in in‐ chambers conferences.

Hon. William A. Mudge Contact Judge Mudge at Legal research & writing; observing Madison County Courthouse (618) 296‐4417 or civil jury trials, bench trials &motion 155 N. Main, Ste. 304 [email protected] & discovery practice in major civil “at Edwardsville, IL 62025 Law” cases to which I am assigned.

Hon. Steven H. Nardulli Contact Judge Nardulli at: Significant hearing and trial Seventh Circuit Sangamon County Complex observation opportunities in family Sangamon County Room 730 law and juvenile court. Some opinion Springfield, IL 200 S. 9th Street drafting and other proceeding Springfield, IL 62701 observations. 217‐753‐6732

Hon. Jessica A. O’Brien Circuit Judge, Municipal Dept District, 1, Non‐Jury Civil Daley Center 50 W. Washington, Rm. 1110 Chicago, IL 60602

Hon. David K. Overstreet Contact Judge Overstreet by email at Observe civil & criminal court. Circuit Judge [email protected] Research legal issues, prepare legal Second Judicial Circuit memos as needed by the judges of 6 Warwick Lane 618‐231‐1613 the 2nd Judicial Circuit. Mt. Vernon, IL 62864

Hon. Phillip Palmer 618‐997‐1301 Significant hearing observation Presiding Judge opportunities. Some research and Williamson County conference observation Circuit Court opportunities. Few writing Marion, IL 62959 opportunities.

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Peoria County Courthouse Associate Judge Kim Kelley Tenth Judicial Circuit of IL [email protected] 324 Main Street Room 322 Peoria, IL 61602 Associate Judge Alicia Washington [email protected]

Associate Lisa Wilson [email protected]

Hon. Michael J. Powers Will County Courthouse Monitor incoming legal briefs, legal Will County Circuit Court 14 W. Jefferson St. research, draft memos to Judge Joliet, IL 60432 regarding results of legal research. [email protected]

Contact Anne Swanson, [email protected], 815‐740‐8072

Hon. Charles Reynard Email Judge Reynard at: Research and memo writing and ad Circuit Court [email protected] hoc data gathering and analysis; McLean County to arrange an interview. observe proceedings in civil and Bloomington, IL criminal cases.

Hon. James L. Roberts Initially contact Judge Roberts by Daily criminal /civil courtroom Montgomery Cnty Resident Circuit Judge written inquiry with appropriate observation, research & brief issues Courthouse, 120 North Main Street contact information for responsive of law; participate in specialty courts Hillsboro, IL 62049 follow‐up communication. staffings and court hearings.

Hon. Jean Prendergast Rooney 312‐603‐3893 Circuit Judge Daley Center 50 W. Washington St., Rm. 2803 Chicago, IL 60602

Hon. Dennis R. Ruth Third Judicial Circuit Madison County 155 N. Main Street Edwardsville, IL 62025

Hon. Estaban F. Sanchez Contact Judge Sanchez at: Significant hearing and trial Seventh Circuit Sangamon County Complex observation opportunities in family Sangamon County Room 718 law and juvenile court. Some opinion Springfield, IL 200 S. 9th Street drafting and other proceeding Springfield, IL 62701 observations. 217‐453‐6736

Hon. Christy W. Solverson Significant research and memo Jackson County Circuit Court writing opportunities. Some 1001 Walnut St. observation opportunities. Murphysboro, IL 62966

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Hon. Ronald D. Spears 101 S. Main Significant hearing observation Circuit Judge Room 316 opportunities. Some legal research Fourth Judicial Circuit Taylorville, IL 62568 and writing opportunities. Taylorville, IL 217‐824‐4810

Hon. Dean Sweet Third Judicial Circuit Madison County Courthouse 155 North Main Street Edwardsville, IL 62025‐1955

Hon. Thomas Tedeschi 618‐438‐6003 P.O. Box 485 Benton, IL 62812‐0485

Hon. William Thurston Call Pulaski County judges’ office. Legal research; draft legal Circuit Judge 618‐748‐9100 memoranda; interaction with circuit Pulaski County Courthouse clerk’s office. 500 Illinois Avenue Mound City, IL 62963

Hon. C. Robert Tobin III Circuit Judge 601 N. Main Street Belvidere, IL 61008

Hon. Alan D. Tucker Mason County Courthouse 100 North Plum St. Havana, IL 62644

Hon. Patricia A. Walton Call Chief Judge’s office: Juvenile & criminal court Associate Judge 309‐837‐9278 observation, petition & charge #1 Courthouse Square drafting. Coding for the AOIC Data McDonough County Courthouse P 309‐837‐4891, F 309‐837‐1175 Collection Project. Participation in Macomb, IL 61455 [email protected] the McDonough County Court Improvement Team.

Hon. Scott Walden Contact Judge Walden: Perform research for judges on a Presiding Judge 521 Vermont variety of areas of the law; write Adams County Quincy, IL 62301 memoranda of law; attend court 217‐277‐2060 hearings. [email protected]

Hon. A.G. Webber Circuit Judge Macon County Courts Facility 253 E. Wood Street Decatur, IL 62523

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Hon. Jo Beth Weber 618‐244‐8005 Second Judicial Circuit Jefferson County Courthouse P.O. Box 1266 Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Hon. Lisa Wilson 309‐672‐6905 324 Main St. Peoria, IL 61602

Hon. Diane E. Winter Find instructions for applying with Conduct research & draft memos 19th Judicial Circuit the 19th Circuit at: addressing issues raised in a motion http://19thcc.lakeco.org/services/ pending in the court. Prepare Documents/Intern‐ memorandum orders or research StaffAttorney_122013/pdf. applicable law.

Routine communications to: Norman R. Werth, Staff Atty 18 N. County St. Waukegan, IL 60085 847‐377‐3811

15 Other State Trial Court and Administrative Law Placements:

Supervising Judge Who/How to Contact Previous Student Experiences Chief Judge Ann Acken Contact judicial assistant Kelli King at Read briefs, legal research, draft U.S. District Court of Oregon [email protected] or opinions, conference with staff (541) 431‐4140 attorneys & judge; observe court proceedings. Hon. Gregory Alarcon Ty Tasker ‐ Research attorney Observe trials, case reviews, work on Stanley Mosk Courthouse, Dept. 36 motions, default judgement and 111 North Hill Street other legal education programs. Los Angeles, CA 90012 Contact Dept. 36 at (213) 633‐0156 Hon. Ruth Astle David Benjamin, A.L.J. Legal research, observing hearings, Administrative Law Judge writing memos. 1515 Clay Street, Suite 206 510‐622‐2729 Oakland, CA 94612

Hon. John Atkins 270‐889‐6536 100 Justice Way Hopkinsville, KY 42240

Hon. Stephanie Pearce Burke 502‐641‐0895 Observation/preparation/research Jefferson County District Court [email protected] for trial in civil/criminal/probate 600 West Jefferson St. matters; writing assignments for Louisville, KY 40202 judges in 17 divisions of district court. Hon. Marcia Caballero 305‐679‐1750 155 NW 3rd Street Suite 130‐360 Miami, FL 33128

Hon. Robin Chittum Posting for the position on Colorado Observe trials & hearings, including Fourth Judicial District Judicial Branch webpage. Students 1st appearances, preliminary 270 S. Tejon S406 should follow the process listed in hearings, motions. Meet with Colorado Springs, CO 80903 the posting. attorneys, review briefs, research. 719‐452‐5276 Prepare memos on assigned topics for review by the judge. Hon. Thomas C. Clark, II [email protected] Observing civil bench & jury trials; Associate Circuit Court Judge assisting with the preparation of 22nd Judicial Circuit of Missouri judgments and orders; reviewing 10 North Tucker Blvd. documents; research; observation. St. Louis, MO 63101 314‐622‐4619 Judge Craig Clymer 270‐575‐7400 Significant research, writing and McCracken Circuit Court observation opportunities. Division No. II 301 S. Sixth Street Paducah, KY 42003

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Hon. James D. Coil Black Hawk County Courthouse 316 East 5th Street Waterloo, IA 50702

Commissioner Patrick J. Connaghan Contact Comm. Connaghan at Reviewing pleadings, interviewing 22nd Judicial Circuit address at left. individuals filing papers with the Probate Division court, assisting in the fileroom, 10 N. Tucker proofing judgments, attending St. Louis, MO 63101 hearings. 314‐622‐4140

Hon. Abbie Crites‐Leoni Rush Hudson Limbaugh Sr. U.S. Courthouse 555 Independence Street Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 543‐331‐8870

Hon. David A. Dolan Circuit Court Judge, 33rd Judicial District 131 S. Winchester St. PO Box 256 Benton, MO 63736 573‐545‐3141

Judge Maureen Duffy‐Lewis Charisse Brimmer Los Angeles Superior Court Supervising Research Attorney 111 N. Hill Street 213‐633‐0572 Los Angeles, CA 90012 213‐633‐0158 Theresa McGonigle Managing Research Attorney 213‐633‐0408

Dunklin County Justice Center 573‐888‐9133 Courthouse #301 [email protected] Kennett, MO 63857

Executive Office of Immigration Supervisor: Huy M. Le, Attorney Review 816‐581‐5015 Office of Chief Immigration Judge [email protected] United States Department of Justice 2345 Grand Blvd, Ste 525 Kansas City, MO 64108

Hon. Sandra Farragut‐Hemphill Contact Valerie Robinson Observation of court proceedings, St. Louis County Circuit Court at 314‐615‐1542. hearings, trials and special family 7900 Carondelet Ave., Division 42 court projects. Clayton, MO 63105

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Hon. Mark J. Fishburn 615‐880‐3419 408 2nd Avenue North, Suite 5130 Nashville, TN 37013

Hon. Brandon K. Fisher Contact via email to Court proceedings; preparing written Juvenile Ct. of Anderson County, TN [email protected] communication to litigants and 101 S. Main St. attorneys; research juvenile law Clinton, TN 37716 issues and assist judge in preparing 865‐457‐6224 opinions and adjudicatory orders; assist custody specialist & probation/intake officers as needed.

Hon. Dennis Foust 502‐527‐1480 Research and write in areas of Commonwealth of Kentucky criminal and civil cases; court‐ room 42nd Judicial Circuit observations. 80 Judicial Drive, Unit 215 Benton, KY 42025

Judge James L. Gale 211 Greene Street North Carolina Business Court Greensboro, NC 336‐271‐6400

Hon. Michael E. Gardner 573‐335‐2802 32nd Judicial Circuit Presiding Judge 77 North Lorimer Street Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Hon. Brandon O. Gibson 731‐423‐5836 6 Highway Bypass P.O. Box 909 (38302‐0909) Jackson, TN 38031

Hon. Deanna Wise Henschel 270‐575‐7133 McCracken County Courthouse 301 S. Sixth St. Paducah, KY 42003

Hon. David M. Hooper Email Judge Tim Oakes: Research, draft memos, watch juries, Magistrate Judge, Criminal Division [email protected] attend meetings, collaborate with Marion Superior Court judges, etc. 200 E. Washington St., Suite T‐1221 Indianapolis, IN 46204

Hon. John J. Jackson Contact by mail or phone: Significant observation opportunities. Associate Circuit Judge Hon. John J. Jackson Few research or writing Hannibal, MO 906 Broadway opportunities. Hannibal, MO 63401 573‐221‐0288

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Johnson County Circuit Court 660‐747‐7423 General judicial duties of a trial court. 17th Judicial Circuit Warrensburg, MO

Hon. Susan Johnson Contact Steve Grierson Brief case points and authorities in District Court Judge Court Administrator preparation for hearing; attend Dept XXII of the Eighth Judicial Circuit Regional Justice Center proceedings of various courts, 200 Lewis Avenue including courts of limited Las Vegas, NV 89101 jurisdiction, general jurisdiction, 702‐671‐0547 family court and Nevada Supreme Court; tour the Regional Justice Center, including inmate transportation areas, evidence vault, and other areas.

Hon. Debra Jones 256‐231‐1822 Circuit Judge 25 W. 11th St. Anniston, AL 36201

Hon. Tim Kaltenbach Contact Susan Floyd at Research & preliminary drafting of Chief Circuit Judge 270‐575‐7292 memoranda, orders, and opinions. McCracken Co. Courthouse 301 Watch & summarize facts addressed South 6th St. at trials & hearings. Review case files Paducah, KY 42003 and pleadings. Observe trials, hearings, and motion hours.

Hon. Thomas Kelly Posting for the position on Colorado Observe trials & hearings, including Fourth Judicial District Judicial Branch webpage. Students 1st appearances, preliminary 270 S. Tejon S406 should follow the process listed in hearings, motions. Meet with Colorado Springs, CO 80903 the posting. attorneys, review briefs, research. 719‐452‐5276 Prepare memos on assigned topics [email protected] for review by the judge.

Judge Jack A. Landis P.O. Box 1707 Significant observation opportunities. South Carolina Family Court Moncks Corner, SC 29461 Some writing and research Ninth Judicial Circuit 843‐719‐4477 opportunities.

Hon. Stephen N. Limbaugh, Jr. Sandy Eastman, Judicial Assistant U.S. District Court 573‐331‐8873 Rush Hudson Limbaugh, Sr. Courthouse 555 Independence St., Suite 4000 Cape Girardeau, MO 63703

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Hon. Scott A. Lipke 573‐334‐6249 Trial observation; sitting in on Assoc. Circuit Judge, Div. IV 573‐331‐2376 (fax) conferences with attorneys; research Common Pleas Courthouse [email protected] & writing in the areas of juvenile, 44 N. Lorimier probate, small claims, adult abuse & Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 child protection orders, child support, paternity, adult criminal, juvenile, & family drug courts, associate civil cases & domestic.

Hon. Mark E. Luoma Email: Attend all criminal misdemeanor and 93rd District Judge [email protected] felony proceedings, all civil P.O. Box 186 Phone: 906‐387‐3879 proceedings. Research legal matters Munising, MI 49862 Mail: P.O. Box 186 & assist judges in preparation for all Munising, MI 49862 proceedings & trials. Student is expected to learn criminal & civil procedure and practice.

Hon. Timothy W. Oakes Judge Heather Welch Sit in on hearings, pre‐trial Marion County Superior Court [email protected] conferences, bench k& jury trials; Civil Division, Room 13 research/write memoranda on T‐1442, 200 East Washington St. [email protected] summary judgments, motions to Indianapolis, IN 46204 dismiss, and other issues; meetings Contact either Judge Oakes or Judge with local bar association; meetings Welch by email. with the Appellate or Supreme Court judges, police ride‐alongs, Governor’s office counsel and federal judges/law clerks.

Hon. Steven R. Ohmer Contact the judge by phone: Observing criminal and civil trials, Circuit Judge 314‐622‐5606. drafting court orders. 22nd Judicial Circuit St. Louis City 10 N. Tucker Blvd ‐ Div. 13 St. Louis, MO 63101

Hon. Steven J. Oeth District Court Judge Boone County Courthouse Boone, IA 50036

Hon. Michael M. Pritchett Phone, fax or email: Assist in research re civil actions Circuit Judge 100 N. Main St. including motions for summary Butler County Courthouse Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 judgment; assist in research re criminal matters including motions in office: 573‐686‐8080 limine, motions to suppress; assist in fax: 573‐778‐8034 examination of jury instructions to [email protected] confirm compliance with M.A.I. Secretary, Karen Clarkson

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Hon. H. Mark Preyer Associate Circuit Judge Division III, Juvenile Division/Probate Div. P.O. Box 466 Kennett, MO 63857

Judge James Redd, III Contact the supervising judge Research; attendance at regular rule 56th Judicial District 270‐365‐6656 days; jury trials; bench trials; any and 105 West Court Square all court activities. Princeton, KY

Hon. Jason A. Rossell 262‐653‐2664 Court observation, research on civil, Kenosha County Circuit Court family, juvenile, & criminal law 912 56th Street topics. Decision & bench memo Kenosha, WI 53140 writing. Observation of treatment courts & administrative meetings.

Hon. Michael Ian Rothschild Call 954‐831‐7888 or email Reviewing county to circuit appeal Circuit Court Judge [email protected] and drafting appellate opinions, 201 SE 6th Street, Rm 4880 [email protected] preparing orders on pre‐trial Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 motions, observing felony trials, interacting with prosecuting and defense attorneys.

SSA Office of Hearings 877‐319‐6861, ext 20355 National Case Assistance Center Executive Asst: Denise Micka 4300 Goodfellow Blvd Supervisor: Matthew Schoonover Building 110, Suite 1313A [email protected] St. Louis, MO 63120 877‐319‐6861, ext 20227

Hon. Migna Sanchez‐Llorens 305‐349‐7122 73 West Flagler St. Miami, FL 33130

Hon. Cynthia Sanderson Contact Nita Pursley Significant observation opportunities. Family Court Judge 270‐575‐7133 Limited research and writing McCracken County opportunities. Paducah, KY

Hon. Joe Z. Satterfield Contact the judge at: Attend & observe court proceedings Associate Circuit Judge P.O. Box 30 (criminal, civil & juvenile). Review Bloomfield, MO 63825 court files and prepare summaries 573‐568‐4671, ext. 2 for the court. Legal research. [email protected]

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Hon. Barry S. Schermer Chief Judge, Bankruptcy Court Thomas F. Eagleton U.S. Courthouse 111 S. 10th Street, 4th Floor St. Louis, MO 63102

314‐244‐4530

Hon. Tatjana V. Schwendinger Contact Judge Schwendinger at: Observe hearings, pre‐hearings, Chief Administrative Judge 314‐539‐7942 or address listed. mediations, settlement conferences; U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity draft summary judgment decisions. Commission, St. Louis Dist. Office Other admin. judges supervising: Robert A. Young Bldg., Room 8 100 Hon. Amy L. Weinhaus 1222 Spruce Street Hon. Andrea M. Niehoff St. Louis, MO 63103 Hon. Kendra R. Howard

Judge Leslie C. Shively 825 Sycamore Street, Room 218 Vanderbergh County Superior Court Evansville, IN 47708 812‐435‐5402

Hon. Theresa M. Slade Leeah Lechuga, law clerk Review, research & draft orders to 4000 Judicial Way, Division 5 [email protected] dismiss, orders for summary Castle Rock, CO 80109 judgement, and other orders as (720) 437‐6278 Teri Brines initially screens new assigned. Will have the opportunity [email protected] applicants. She can be reached at to observe hearings & trials [email protected]. pertaining to civil, criminal, juvenile, Students may contact law clerks for domestic and probate. individual divisions.

Hon. Craig Smith Submit resume to the Court via email Observe the motions docket, jury and Presiding Judge to [email protected] and non‐jury trials. Review motions and 192nd District Court follow up with a phone call to prepare briefs for the Court. Review 600 Commerce St., Room 740 confirm receipt and schedule an Orders submitted to the Court for Dallas, TX 75202 interview. signature. 214‐653‐7709

Hon. Jorge Solis 214‐753‐2342 1100 Commerce Street fax: 214‐753‐2352 Room 1654 Dallas, TX 75242‐1003

Hon. Michael J. Spear Email Civil & criminal writing assignments. Araphoe County Justice Ctr. [email protected] Watch court proceedings, including Division 407 pretrial, trial, and post‐trial. Watch 7305 S. Potomac St. both district & county court Centennial, CO 80112 proceedings.

Hon. Christine Sproat Barbara Seelback Ninth Judicial District Jude Martini 10 Market Street 845‐431‐1749 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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Judge Timothy Stark 270‐247‐8726 Legal research; review pleadings; Graves County Circuit Court draft orders; observe court 100 East Broadway proceedings. Mayfield, KY 42066

Hon. Mark D. Stoner W306 City County Building Processing routine pleadings in a Marion Superior Court 200 E. Washington Street major felony criminal court; serving Criminal Division, Room 6 Indianapolis, IN 46204 as a call bailiff in court; observing Indianapolis, IN jury trials, including direct contact Contact Judge Stoner @ with the jury as a bailiff; conducting [email protected] or 317‐327‐ research on legal and/or policy issues 5466 with appropriate resume, cover as requested. letter & writing sample if available.

Hon. Edward Sweeney Send email to judge at: Legal research and writing; Circuit Judge, 22nd Circuit [email protected] observation of civil and criminal trials 10 North Tucker Blvd. and other court proceedings. St. Louis, MO 63101

Hon. David Lee Vincent, III Contact Mrs. Colleen Blake Significant observation opportunities. Circuit Judge (314) 615‐1509 Some legal research opportunities. Clayton, MO [email protected] Few writing activities.

Hon. Carolyn Whittington Courts Building, 5th Floor Observe civil, criminal & probate Div. 9 Circuit Court of St. Louis Cty. 7900 Carondelet trials, family court proceedings & Clayton, MO 63105 probate court motion dockets; 314‐615‐1507 research & “shadow” writing assignments.

Chancellor Wilson [email protected] Legal research, observing courtroom Rutherford County Judicial Building interactions, helping with jury 20 Public Square North instructions. Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Hon. C. René Williams Significant observation opportunities. Webster County Courthouse Few writing or research activities. P.O. Box 126 Dixon, KY 42409

Chief Judge Kelli Wolk Contact Theresa Davis, Staff Attorney Observe court proceedings related to Cobb County Probate Court 770‐528‐1910 probate, guardianships and 32 Waddell Street [email protected] conservatorships; assist with writing Marietta, GA 30060 orders, review of cases and court procedure; assist with the transition to an online documentation system.

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Commissioner Victoria Wood Only one supervisor, but extern will Draft research memos on family law Napa Superior Court have the opportunity to interact with & juvenile calendars. Practice 825 Brown St. all 8 judicial officers & 2 research research & draft tentative rulings on Napa, CA 94559 attorneys. civil law & motion; observation of Contact Comm. Wood at: judicial calendar preparation & [email protected] hearings.

Brandon Zanotti 312‐459‐4970 Illinois Workers Compensation Comm’n brandon/[email protected] P.O. Box 2647 Carbondale, IL 62902‐2647

Hon. Donald R. Zuidmulder Prepare legal memos, Circuit Court Judge, Branch I correspondence and decisions; 100 S. Jefferson St. attend court hearings, bench trials & Green Bay, WI 54301 jury trials.