Marion County voters wanting to learn more about Marion Superior Court candidates can now visit www.indyjudges.org for more information. The website contains biographies, photos and the recommendations of both the Marion County Judicial Selection Committee and the Indianapolis Bar Association. Both organizations have recommended all Marion County judges on the ballot receive a “yes” vote for retention.
The Marion County Judicial Selection Committee is a bi-partisan group created by the Indiana legislature for the purpose of recommending qualified candidates for the Marion Superior Courts. Their recommendations follow in-person interviews and/or private performance reviews of the candidates. The bar association’s recommendations are based on the results of a 2024 survey conducted by the bar among lawyers with direct practice experience with the candidates.
Those judges on the ballot include Linda E. Brown, John M.T. Chavis II, Stephen R. Creason, Charnette D. Garner, Danielle P. Gaughan, Alicia A. Gooden, Clayton A. Graham, Jennifer P. Harrison, Amy M. Jones, James A. Joven, Marie L. Kern, Helen W. Marchal, Jeffrey L. Marchal, Charles F. Miller, William J. Nelson, Cynthia L. Oetjen, Clark H. Rogers, and Jose D. Salinas.
“Marion County voters should feel confident in the continued service of our Marion Superior Court judges on this ballot,” said David Duncan, Indianapolis Bar Association President. He added, “We feel very comfortable in recommending their retention.”
The Indianapolis Bar Association is a voluntary membership organization comprised of more than 4,000 attorneys, judges, paralegals, and law students. Founded in 1878, the association provides local programs and services to serve its members, promote justice, and enhance the legal profession.
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