PA Supreme Court: 1 open seat
As the state’s highest court, the justices make the final decisions interpreting Pennsylvania’s laws and Constitution and hear cases involving issues of immediate public importance arising from any court in the Commonwealth. The Supreme Court is also responsible for supervising and administering Pennsylvania’s entire judicial branch of government.
PA Supreme Court has the final say in PA election law.
4 of its judges align Democrat
2 judges align Republican
1 vacancy — which will be filled this November
Judge Dan McCaffery: PA Supreme Court Justice
A Message from
Judge Dan McCaffery
“I am the son of Irish immigrants who fled their home to escape sectarian violence and to make a better life for their children. My parents joined unions, worked hard to support their family, and retired with dignity and pensions. Their example led me to a life of service: first in the military, then as a lawyer, now as a judge. The law is the vehicle that drives society toward a more level playing field. I have always worked to make our society more fair, inclusive, and accepting. Pennsylvanians deserve a justice who will always protect, obey, and defend the constitution. I believe I am that person. Over the next several months, I hope to earn your trust, your support, and your vote.”
Website: https://judgemccaffery.com/#
PA Superior Court: 2 open seats
Superior Court has 15 judges who hear appeals from the County Courts of Common Pleas in criminal cases, in civil cases not heard by the Commonwealth Court, and in matters involving children and families. Few appeals are made from Superior Court
7 who align Democrat
6 who align Republican
2 vacancies
Jill Beck: Superior Court Justice
Jill Beck has dedicated her career to ensuring that all Pennsylvanians have access to justice. She now hopes to serve on the Pennsylvania Superior Court to continue her tireless fight for fairness in our judicial system. Jill has the experience, integrity, and dedication needed to exceptionally serve the public on one of the Commonwealth’s top courts. Raised in Pittsburgh, Jill knew from a young age that she wanted to be an advocate for the underserved. While pursuing her undergraduate degree in criminal justice from The George Washington University, she served as a counselor at a residential facility for adjudicated delinquent girls and later as an assistant forensic interviewer at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh’s Child Advocacy Center. After graduating with honors, she served as an AmeriCorps Fellow working with adolescents on probation. These experiences fueled her passion for protecting those without a voice and drew her to the practice of law.
Website: https://www.jillbeck.com
Timika Lane: PA Superior Court Justice
A message from Judge Timika Lane
“Pennsylvanians deserve an experienced judge who is committed to the fair application of the law and will protect their rights. From human trafficking, rape, and attempted murder cases to cases involving the Consumer Protection Act, breach of contract, and mortgage foreclosure, I have presided over matters that intimately affect people’s lives. My judicial philosophy requires that everyone be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their race, gender, orientation, religion, nationality, and beliefs.
“Raised in a blue-collar, union family with military roots, the importance of public service was planted in me at a very young age. As a public-school teacher, certified child advocate, attorney, and now judge,
I have dedicated my life to public service.
In Pennsylvania, the Superior Court is often the final legal resort, since the Supreme Court only hears a select group of cases. I understand the responsibilities that come with being a judge and I am ready to expand my service to the entire Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Over the next several months, I hope to earn your support and your vote.”
Website: https://judgelaneforpa.com
PA Commonwealth Court: 1 open seat
Commonwealth Court has 9 judges, who, generally sitting in panels of 3, hear appeals County Courts of Common Pleas in cases involving state and local governments and regulatory agencies; this court also acts as a trial court in cases filed by or against the state.
http://www.pacourts.us/courts/commonwealth-court/s
3 judges who align Democrat
5 judges who align Republican
1 vacancy
Judge Matt Wolf: PA Commonwealth Court Justice
Judge Matt Wolf is the Supervising Civil Judge of the Philadelphia Municipal Court. As Supervising Judge, he guided the court through
the pandemic, he started
the heralded eviction diversion program, and he focused the court on equity and access to justice.
Website: https://judgemattwolf.com