2024 New York General Election

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Abayomi was born in Nigeria. She has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Connecticut College and a law degree from Rutgers University School of Law-Newark,

Abayomi works as a legal enforcement attorney with the New York City Fire Department. She has previously served as an assistant corporation counsel for the NYC Law Department, an associate at Cantor, Epstein, & Mazzola, and a deputy managing attorney and administrative law judge at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH). She also worked as a general practitioner in private practice and as an adjunct lecturer at Touro College.

Abayomi O. Whint's campaign for Civil Court Judge in Kings County is her first run for office. 

As a legal enforcement attorney at FDNY, conducts criminal investigations into arson and fire-related crimes, prepares and serves subpoenas on witnesses, interviews witnesses and suspects, effecting arrests of suspects in fire-related crimes, and prepares detailed investigative reports.

As an administrative law judge, presided over administrative hearings and trials, heard testimony from witnesses, reviewed evidence and legal arguments, made rulings on motions and objections, issued written decisions, and recommended findings of fact and conclusions of law.

As a legal associate at Cantor, Epstein, & Mazzola, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.

As a deputy managing attorney, assisted in overseeing operations, 
managed and supervised other attorneys, participated in policy development and implementation, and ensured efficient case processing and resolution.

- As a legal enforcement attorney at FDNY, conducts criminal investigations into arson and fire-related crimes, prepares and serves subpoenas on witnesses, interviews witnesses and suspects, effecting arrests of suspects in fire-related crimes, and prepares detailed investigative reports.
- As an administrative law judge, presided over administrative hearings and trials, heard testimony from witnesses, reviewed evidence and legal arguments, made rulings on motions and objections, issued written decisions, and recommended findings of fact and conclusions of law.
- As a legal associate at Cantor, Epstein, & Mazzola, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.
- As a deputy managing attorney, assisted in overseeing operations, 
managed and supervised other attorneys, participated in policy development and implementation, and ensured efficient case processing and resolution.

Legal Experience

Supports diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

- Supports diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Judicial Philosophy

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Aims to improve courtroom efficiency and foster public trust in the judiciary by leveraging technology, restorative practices, and continuous learning.

Supports capitalizing on technology use, restorative practices, and continuous learning to improve courtroom efficiency and foster public trust in the judiciary. 

- Supports capitalizing on technology use, restorative practices, and continuous learning to improve courtroom efficiency and foster public trust in the judiciary. 

Judicial Administration

As of September 24, 2024, Abayomi O. Whint’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

Involved with pro bono work, mentoring young attorneys, and civic education on community issues. 

- Involved with pro bono work, mentoring young attorneys, and civic education on community issues. 

Community Involvement

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Abayomi O. Whint

Abayomi is currently a legal enforcement attorney with the New York City Fire Department. She has previously served as an assistant corporation counsel for the NYC Law Department, an associate at Cantor, Epstein, & Mazzola, and a deputy managing attorney and administrative law judge at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH). She also worked as a general practitioner in private practice and as an adjunct lecturer at Touro College.

Abayomi O. Whint's campaign for Civil Court Judge is her first run for office. 

- As a legal associate at Cantor, Epstein, & Mazzola, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients.
- As a deputy managing attorney, assisted in overseeing operations, 
managed and supervised other attorneys, participated in policy development and implementation, and ensured efficient case processing and resolution.
- As an administrative law judge, presided over administrative hearings and trials, heard testimony from witnesses, reviewed evidence and legal arguments, made rulings on motions and objections, issued written decisions, and recommended findings of fact and conclusions of law.
- As a legal enforcement attorney at FDNY, conducts criminal investigations into arson and fire-related crimes, prepares and serves subpoenas on witnesses, interviews witnesses and suspects, effecting arrests of suspects in fire-related crimes, and prepares detailed investigative reports.

- Believes in ensuring that the law serves all people fairly and equitably.
- Believes in a judicial system that embodies fairness, integrity, and transparency, where every individual is heard and respected.

- Aims to improve courtroom efficiency and foster public trust in the judiciary by leveraging technology, restorative practices, and continuous learning.

- Dedicates time to pro bono work, mentoring young attorneys, and educating the public about issues in their communities.

As of September 26, 2024, Abayomi O. Whint’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Abayomi O. Whint is currently a Legal Enforcement Attorney with the New York City Fire Department (FDNY). She has previously served as an Assistant Corporation Counsel for the NYC Law Department, an Associate at Cantor, Epstein, & Mazzola, and a Deputy Managing Attorney and Administrative Law Judge at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH). She also worked as a General Practitioner in private practice and as an Adjunct Lecturer at Touro College.

Believes in ensuring "that every individual receives fair treatment and that justice is accessible to all, regardless of their background."

Believes in ensuring dignity, respect, and fairness in the courtroom, and plans to make justice accessible to all, regardless of background.

Believes in ensuring that the law serves all people fairly and equitably.

Believes in a judicial system that embodies fairness, integrity, and transparency, where every individual is heard and respected.

Supports the Kings County Democratic Party's nomination of candidates for civil court, following the governor's directive.

Supports the nomination of 3 civil court judges by the Brooklyn Democratic Party to expedite justice under Governor Hochul’s new court expansion plan.

As a leader of the Judicial Training Academy, focused on enhancing judicial diversity.

Certified as a Restorative Justice Circle Keeper, which involves facilitating conversations between victims and offenders to promote healing and understanding.

Supports judicial administration that promotes justice and equality.

As Chief Diversity Officer, developed messaging initiatives to educate over 17,000 employees on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Believes in maintaining high ethical standards and integrity in her legal career, saying, "Her commitment to excellence and integrity has earned her numerous accolades and recognition within the legal community."

Supports diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) by collaborating with Employee Resource Groups (ERG), Affiliated Organizations, and key stakeholders to implement the DEI Strategic Plan.

Supports diversity and inclusion initiatives, such as the Fire Commissioner’s Committee on Diversity and Inclusion and the Taskforce on Racial Inclusion and Equity.

As a human resources professional, conducted Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) educational sessions and related trainings.

Served as a member of the Taskforce on Racial Inclusion and Equity.

Served on the FDNY’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee and the Taskforce on Racial Inclusion and Equity.

As a leader of the CONNECT (Civilians Organized Network Nurturing Excellence, Community, and Trust) employee resource group, collaborated with key stakeholders to promote community and trust from September 2019 to 2022.

Facilitated Bravest Women Talks and Women’s Summit initiatives.

Led “10-Talks,” FDNY’s version of Ted Talks.

Led a panel discussion on supporting women at the NYC Women to Women Summit in May 2019.

Served as a leader on racial inclusion for the New York City Law Department.

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Caribbean Life: Brooklyn Dems endorse ‘diverse and capable’ women candidates for civil court

Alexis earned a bachelor's degree in political science and philosophy from Long Island University and a law degree from New York Law School. She lives in Clinton Hills, Brooklyn.

Alexis currently works as a clerk for the Kings County Supreme Clerk and as a professor.

Alexis Riley's campaign for civil court judge is her first run for public office.

As a supreme court clerk, keeps the record of all cases reviewed by the court, files documents and transcripts, maintains the list of attorneys licensed to practice law before the court, and serves as a point of contact for all litigants and attorneys seeking review of their cases.

As a counsel for several law firms, performed legal research, drafted motions and pleadings, reviewed legal documents, and attended court conferences and appearances.

- As a supreme court clerk, keeps the record of all cases reviewed by the court, files documents and transcripts, maintains the list of attorneys licensed to practice law before the court, and serves as a point of contact for all litigants and attorneys seeking review of their cases.
- As a counsel for several law firms, performed legal research, drafted motions and pleadings, reviewed legal documents, and attended court conferences and appearances.

As of September 24, 2024, Alexis Riley’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Serves as a board member and assistant secretary for the Association of Law Secretaries to the Justices of the Supreme and Surrogates’ Courts in the City of New York.

Serves as a member of several associations, including the Brooklyn Bar Association, the Brooklyn Women's Bar Association, the Columbian Lawyers Association of Brooklyn, and the Irish American Bar Association of New York.

- Serves as a board member and assistant secretary for the Association of Law Secretaries to the Justices of the Supreme and Surrogates’ Courts in the City of New York.
- Serves as a member of several associations, including the Brooklyn Bar Association, the Brooklyn Women's Bar Association, the Columbian Lawyers Association of Brooklyn, and the Irish American Bar Association of New York.
- Serves as a Girl Scout troop leader.

Alexis Riley

Alexis holds a bachelor's degree in political science and philosophy from Long Island University and a law degree from New York Law School. She lives in Clinton Hills, Brooklyn.

Alexis currently works as a clerk for the Kings County Supreme Clerk and a professor.

- As a supreme court clerk, keeps the record of all cases reviewed by the court, files documents and transcripts, maintains the list of attorneys licensed to practice law before the court, and serves as a point of contact for all litigants and attorneys seeking review of their cases.
- As of counsel for several law firms, performed legal research, drafted motions and pleadings, reviewed legal documents, and attended court conferences and appearances. Practice areas included matrimonial law, family law, and medical malpractice.

Justia database

Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Brooklyn Democratic Party Nominates 3 Civil Court Judges, Diverse & Qualified Slate to Expedite Justice Under Gov Hochul's New Court Expansion

Mark earned his law degree from Brooklyn Law School. 

Mark is a court attorney for the Supreme Court of the State of New York. 

Mark Kagan's campaign for civil court judge is his first run for public office. 

As a court attorney for the Supreme Court of the State of New York, conducts extensive legal research on complex issues that arise in cases before the court, analyzes relevant statutes, case law, and legal precedents to help judges make informed decision, and drafts legal memoranda, decisions, and orders for the judge's review.

- As a court attorney for the Supreme Court of the State of New York, conducts extensive legal research on complex issues that arise in cases before the court, analyzes relevant statutes, case law, and legal precedents to help judges make informed decision, and drafts legal memoranda, decisions, and orders for the judge's review.

As of September 24, 2024, Mark Kagan did not have a website or any information online.

Mark Kagan

Mark Kagan's campaign for Civil Court Judge is his first run for public office. 

Tawanna holds a bachelor's degree in sociology, political science, and psychology from Hunter College and a law degree from Touro University. She lives in Brooklyn.

Tawanna currently works as the principal law clerk for the Kings County Supreme Court and as a small claims arbitrator for the Kings County Civil Court. She previously worked as an associate court attorney for the Kings County Housing Court and as a family law attorney.

Tawanna Marie St. Louis's campaign for civil court judge is her first run for public office.

Carriebean Life: Brooklyn Dems name new Civil Court judges

As a legal arbitrator, hears disputes between opposing parties, determines what evidence is relevant during court proceedings, and decides when hearings will be held.

As a legal attorney at Mallilo and Grossman, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in marriage and family law.

- As a supreme court clerk, keeps the record of all cases reviewed by the court, files documents and transcripts, maintains the list of attorneys licensed to practice law before the court, and serves as a point of contact for all litigants and attorneys seeking review of their cases.
- As a legal arbitrator, hears disputes between opposing parties, determines what evidence is relevant during court proceedings, and decides when hearings will be held.
- As a legal attorney at Mallilo and Grossman, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in marriage and family law.

As of September 24, 2024, Tawanna Marie St. Louis did not have a website or any information online.

Works with high school and college students to answer questions about the legal field and assist with essay writing and proofreading.

- Works with high school and college students to answer questions about the legal field and assist with essay writing and proofreading.

Tawanna Marie St. Louis

- As a supreme court clerk, keeps the record of all cases reviewed by the court, files documents and transcripts, maintains the list of attorneys licensed to practice law before the court, and serves as a point of contact for all litigants and attorneys seeking review of their cases.
- As a legal arbitrator, hears disputes between opposing parties, determines what evidence is relevant during court proceedings, and decides when hearings will be held.
- As a legal attorney at Mallilo and Grossman, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in matriomenial family law.

Caribbean Life, Brooklyn Dems endorse ‘diverse and capable’ women candidates for civil court

Ballotpedia, Tehilah Berman

Tehliah is from Ditmas Park. She earned her bachelor's degree in history from New York University and her law degree from Brooklyn Law School. She lives in Fiske Terrace with her husband and their 4 children. 

Tehliah is the principal law clerk to Judge Kathrine Levine at the Supreme Court of the State of New York. She previously worked as principal court attorney to Judge Levine for King County Civil Court, as a criminal appeals attorney, as an associate for Craig & Ells, Richards & O'Neil, Lambert & Weiss, Pryor Cashman, and as a Staff Attorney for the Metropolitan, Life Insurance Company. 

Tehilah Berman ran for the civil court judge in Kings County's 6th Municipal Court in 2019 but did not win. 

As a state supreme court clerk, keeps the record of all cases reviewed by the court, files documents and transcripts, maintains the list of attorneys licensed to practice law before the court, and serves as a point of contact for all litigants and attorneys seeking review of their cases.

As principal court attorney Kings County civil court clerk, maintained court records, administered and collected court fees, filed and processed official documents, scheduled cases, and ensured the public availability of all court proceedings.

As an attorney, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in criminal appeals and post-conviction proceedings.

As an associate with several firms, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, employee benefits, and labor and employment law.

- As a state supreme court clerk, keeps the record of all cases reviewed by the court, files documents and transcripts, maintains the list of attorneys licensed to practice law before the court, and serves as a point of contact for all litigants and attorneys seeking review of their cases.
- As principal court attorney Kings County civil court clerk, maintained court records, administered and collected court fees, filed and processed official documents, scheduled cases, and ensured the public availability of all court proceedings.
- As an attorney, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in criminal appeals and post-conviction proceedings.
- As an associate with several firms, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, employee benefits, and labor and employment law.

As of September 24, 2024, Tehilah H. Berman did not have a website or any information online.

Worked on pro-bono cases to vacate the convictions of defendants who were wrongfully convicted and could not afford representtaion.

- Worked on pro-bono cases to vacate the convictions of defendants who were wrongfully convicted and could not afford representtaion.

Tehilah H. Berman

Tehliah is from Ditmas Park and graduated from Yeshiva University High School for Girls. She earned her bachelor's degree in history from New York University and her law degree from Brooklyn Law School. She lives in Fiske Terrace with her husband and their four children. 

Tehliah is the principal law clerk to the Honorable Kathrine Levine for the Supreme Court of the State of New York. She previously worked as principal court attorney to Honorable Kathrine Levine for King County Civil Court, as a criminal appeals attorney, as an associate for Craig & Ells, Richards & O'Neil, Lambert & Weiss, Pryor Cashman, and as a Staff Attorney for the Metropolitan, Life Insurance Company. 

Tehilah Berman ran for the Democratic nomination for New York City Civil Court Kings County 6th Municipal Court in 2019 but did not win. 

- As a state supreme court clerk, keeps the record of all cases reviewed by the court, files documents and transcripts, maintains the list of attorneys licensed to practice law before the court, and serves as a point of contact for all litigants and attorneys seeking review of their cases.
- As principal court attorney Kings County civil court clerk, maintained court records, administered and collected court fees, filed and processed official documents, scheduled cases, and ensured the public availability of all court proceedings.
- As an attorney, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in criminal appeals and post-conviction proceedings.
- As an associate with several firms, I researched, drafted, and filed legal documents and provided defense and counsel to clients. Specializing in the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, employee benefits, and labor and employment law.

- Worked on pro-bono cases to vacate the convictions of indigent defendants who were wrongfully convicted.

East New York, Meet Turquoise Haskin Who Is Running To Become a Civil Court Judge in Brooklyn

The Brooklyn Paper, Attorney Turquoise Haskin announces run for Kings County Civil Court judge

Turquoise is from Brooklyn. She has a bachelor's degree in marketing from New York University and a law degree from Emory University. 

Turquoise is a principal court attorney to Justice Carolyn E. Wade in the Brooklyn Supreme Court. She was previously an analyst in the office of the New York State Attorney General. Turquoise also worked as an associate attorney at Brea Yankowitz, PC.

Turquoise Haskin previously ran for civil court judge in 2023, but did not win.

As an attorney at Brea Yankowitz, PC, drafted motions for medical malpractice and commercial liability cases, made court appearances attended compliance conferences, and analyzed medical charts to mount a viable, strategic defense.

As a principal court attorney, responsible for researching and analyzing
uniquely intricate, complex, and sensitive legal issues and questions and for providing other personal and confidential assistance to a judge, drafting opinions and orders in complex matters, and conferring with lawyers in discovery and settlement conferences.

As a Special Referee of Uncontested Matrimonial Matters, reviews and evaluates petitions for uncontested divorces, issues divorce judgments in cases where both parties agree on all terms, ensures that all required documentation is complete and properly filed, and may conduct brief hearings to verify information or clarify details.

- As an attorney at Brea Yankowitz, PC, drafted motions for medical malpractice and commercial liability cases, made court appearances attended compliance conferences, and analyzed medical charts to mount a viable, strategic defense.
- As a principal court attorney, responsible for researching and analyzing
uniquely intricate, complex, and sensitive legal issues and questions and for providing other personal and confidential assistance to a judge, drafting opinions and orders in complex matters, and conferring with lawyers in discovery and settlement conferences.
- As a Special Referee of Uncontested Matrimonial Matters, reviews and evaluates petitions for uncontested divorces, issues divorce judgments in cases where both parties agree on all terms, ensures that all required documentation is complete and properly filed, and may conduct brief hearings to verify information or clarify details.

As of September 24, 2024, Turquoise Haskin did not have a website or any information online.

Volunteers with warrant forgiveness programs and election protection hotlines.

Served as a moot court judge for New York University law students.

- Volunteers with warrant forgiveness programs and election protection hotlines.
- Led several virtual legal clinics.
- Served as a moot court judge for New York University law students.

Turquoise Haskin

Turquoise is from Brooklyn. She earned a bachelor's degree in marketing from New York University and a law degree from Emory University. 

Turquoise is a principal court attorney to Justice Carolyn E. Wade in Brooklyn Supreme Court. She was previously an analyst in the office of the New York State Attorney General. Turquoise also worked as an associate attorney at Brea Yankowitz, PC.

Turquoise Haskin previously ran for Civil Court Judge in 2023, but did not win.

- As an attorney at Brea Yankowitz, PC, drafted dispositive motions for medical malpractice and commercial liability cases, drafted discovery motions to retrieve vital discovery, drafted motions to strike notes of issue, made court appearances and attended compliance conferences, and analyzed medical charts to mount a viable, strategic defense.
- As a principal court attorney, responsible for researching and analyzing
uniquely intricate, complex, and sensitive legal issues and questions and for providing other personal and confidential assistance to a judge, drafting opinions and orders in complex matters, and conferring with lawyers in discovery and settlement conferences.
- As a Special Referee of Uncontested Matrimonial Matters, reviews and evaluates petitions for uncontested divorces, issues divorce judgments in cases where both parties agree on all terms, ensures that all required documentation is complete and properly filed, and may conduct brief hearings to verify information or clarify details.

- The New York Civil Court has jurisdiction over civil cases involving amounts up to $50,000 and other civil matters referred to it by the Supreme Court.
- It includes a small claims part for informal dispositions of matters not exceeding $10,000 and a housing part for landlord-tenant matters and housing code violations.
- There are 120 judges elected to the Civil Court, but only about 50 sit in it. The remaining judges sit in other courts, such as the Criminal Court or Family Court.
- Judges are elected to 10-year terms in partisan elections.
- They are paid a salary of $216,400.

Judge who handles majority of civil cases in New York

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