Judges from Milwaukee County Endorse Ben Glicksman for Circuit Court
Judges cite Glicksman’s experience, temperament, and commitment to fair and impartial justice
MILWAUKEE — Ben Glicksman’s campaign for Milwaukee County Circuit Court today announced the endorsements of more than two dozen current and former Milwaukee judges:
Judge Ana Berrios-Schroeder, Circuit Court
Judge Ellen Brostrom, Circuit Court*
Judge Jack Davila, Circuit Court
Chief Judge Joe Donald, Court of Appeals
Judge David Feiss, Circuit Court*
Judge Jorge Fragoso, Circuit Court
Judge Sara Geenen, Court of Appeals
Judge Charles Kahn, Circuit Court*
Judge Nidhi Kashyap, Circuit Court
Judge Katie B. Kegel, Circuit Court
Judge Jean M. Kies, Circuit Court
Judge Thomas McAdams, Circuit Court*
Judge Reyna Morales, Circuit Court
Judge Derek Mosley, Milwaukee Municipal Court*^
Judge Nathan Petrashek, Court of Appeals
Judge Amber Raffeet August, Circuit Court
Judge Raphael Ramos, Circuit Court
Judge John R. Remington, Circuit Court
Judge Jonathan D. Richards, Circuit Court
Judge Mark A. Sanders, Circuit Court
Judge Rick Sankovitz, Circuit Court*
Judge Danielle Shelton, Circuit Court
Judge David C. Swanson, Circuit Court
Judge Lena Taylor, Circuit Court
Chief Judge Mary Triggiano, Circuit Court*
Judge Jeffrey Wagner, Circuit Court*
Judge Scott Wales, Fox Point Municipal Court
Judge J.D. Watts, Circuit Court
Judge Kristi Yang, Circuit Court
*retired ^previously announced
Together, these endorsements demonstrate strong support for Glicksman among jurists already serving Milwaukee County.
“Ben Glicksman has the experience, sound judgment, and temperament necessary to serve our community well,” said Judge David Swanson. “He understands the responsibility that comes with serving on the bench and will approach every case with fairness, thoughtfulness, and respect for the people who come before him.”
“Attorney Ben Glicksman is a man of character,” said Judge Katie Kegel. “I believe we have shared values, which includes prioritizing the dignity of both those working daily in our courtroom and the litigants present only because they are seeking justice. Ben is thoughtful and knowledgeable about the law. He has everything it takes to be an effective judge in Milwaukee County.”
“Through years of legal experience, Ben Glicksman brings the preparation, perspective, and strong sense of fairness our courts need,” said Judge Mark Sanders. “He understands that every case deserves careful consideration and that every person who enters a courtroom deserves to be heard and treated with dignity.”
Glicksman said he was honored to earn the confidence of so many respected members of Milwaukee County’s judiciary.
“These judges have devoted their careers to serving the people of Milwaukee County, and I’m deeply grateful for their support,” said Glicksman. “Their confidence in me strengthens my commitment to listening carefully, applying the law fairly, and treating every person who comes before the court with respect. If elected, I will work every day to uphold the public’s trust and serve our community with independence and integrity.”
The latest endorsements add to the broad coalition of judges, legal professionals, community leaders, and residents supporting Glicksman’s campaign.
A graduate of Harvard Law School, Ben Glicksman has spent more than 15 years practicing law in Wisconsin, representing individuals, workers, families, and businesses in complex legal matters. His experience includes high-stakes litigation, class action cases, business disputes, and serving as in-house counsel for a major consumer goods company.
The son of an attorney who represented crime victims, Glicksman’s commitment to public service was shaped at an early age and has guided his legal career ever since.
Glicksman and his wife, Kelsey, are raising two daughters in Milwaukee County. He currently serves on the Fox Point Police Commission and spent a decade volunteering as an advisor to youth with BBYO’s Wisconsin Region.