The New York City Bar Association announced on June 16 that is has completed evaluations of the following candidates who are running in contested primary elections on June 22 for Civil Court. The review was conducted by the association’s committee on the judiciary.
The Committee used two ratings: approved and not approved, and said candidates rated “approved” have affirmatively demonstrated qualifications necessary for the performance of the duties of the position for which they are being considered.
Bronx County
Civil Court, 2nd Municipal District
John Rodriguez — Not Approved
Angel Cruz — Not Approved
Jessica Flores — Approved
Verena C. Powell — Approved
Yadhira Gonzalez-Taylor — Approved
Voting begins on June 22, 2021, and early voting starts on June 12.
The association’s review of those candidates who are not running in contested primary elections remains to be completed and will be released in advance of the general elections.