Welcome to the AIJ


The Alliance of Illinois Judges (AIJ) was formed by the LGBTQ+ Judges of the Circuit Court of Cook County (Chicago, IL). We aim to be a resource for our fellow Judges and the legal community, and mentors for LGBTQ+ law students. 

For more information about the history of our organization please visit:

https://www.isba.org/committees/diversityleadershipcouncil/newsletter/2010/06/theallianceofillinoisjudges

 

Our Mission

Promote and foster friendly relations and goodwill between and among its members and between its membership and other members of the bench and bar;

Advance the professional enrichment of the judiciary, promote the administration of justice and improve the legal profession;

Promote and encourage respect and unbiased treatment for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) individuals as they relate to the judiciary, the legal profession and the administration of justice;

Defend and advance the integrity and independence of the judiciary;

Encourage, promote and provide continuing legal education to members of the bench, bar and public;

Foster and promote a positive public perception and a better understanding of the judiciary to LGBTQ individuals and to members of the public at large;

Promote equal and unbiased treatment of LGBTQ members of the judiciary on issues affecting judges, such as assignments, compensation, benefits, judicial elections, retentions and appointments; and,

Pursue any and all acts reasonably necessary in the furtherance of these goals.

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The Alliance of Illinois Judges was formed by the LGBTQ+ judges of Illinois to promote diversity and understanding within the judiciary and the legal community. Our membership includes LGBTQ and non-LGBTQ judges.

Contact us via email: mail.theaij@gmail.com