The Alliance of Illinois Judges (AIJ) was formed by the Lesbian and Gay Judges of the Circuit Court of Cook County (Chicago, IL).   We hope to be a resource for our fellow Judges and the legal community, and to be mentors for LGBT law students.  Please read our Mission Statement and feel free to contact us.

Congratulations to our Board member, Sebastian Patti, on becoming the first openly gay Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court! 

We were deeply saddened by the loss of one of our Charter Members, Judge Sandra Otaka, who was a champion of those in need.  We will miss her greatly.

Membership in the AIJ is open to all current and retired State and Federal Judges in Illinios.  Become a member of the AIJ for only $30.  Download the Membership Application by using the link to the left.