Name Thomas Davis Affiliated Political Party: Democrat and Republican Office for which you are running: State Supreme Court Justice, 9th Judicial District Career highlights 29-year Supreme Court practitioner, with extensive experience in the types of cases Supreme Court justices have on their docket. I have been a family law, personal injury and general litigation practitioner throughout his career. Some of the notable cases I've handled included: * Family Law: After a young boy witnessed his father kill his mother with a baseball bat and then go to prison for the crime, the grandparents fought a long custody battle over the child. I helped the motherÕs parents obtain custody. * Personal Injury: I helped obtain a settlement for the parents of a young man with Down Syndrome who, due to the inattention of one of his aides, swallowed a toy and died. * Criminal: Defended a Mexican farm worker against robbery charges in a case of mistaken identity when he was accused of being a member of a gang that robbed a jewelry store. The truly innocent man was acquitted by a jury of the charges. Supreme Court Justices handle cases where misfortune or tragedy had occurred. I have spent my career working for individuals and families and helping them through the Court process. I have handled very serious matters involving millions of dollars and much smaller, but just as important to those involved, matters. I have also been an advocate for the disabled. I most recently was on the executive committee of Abilities First, Inc., a not-for-profit agency providing educational, vocational and residential services to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prior to that, I was on the board of directors of the Down Syndrome Association of the Hudson Valley. I have been married to my wife Mary for 29 years and we have a beautiful 23-year-old daughter, Anna. Career highlights * 29-year Supreme Court practitioner * Advocate for the disabled * Extensive experience in Family Law and Tort law, the majority of a Supreme Court Justice docket * Cum Laude graduate of New England School of Law * Endorsed by both major political parties Governing philosophy To administer justice according to the law, without bias or favor for anyone. A Supreme Court Justice has the responsibility to make decisions that can change lives. Such decisions must be approached with fairness, humility and in accordance with the law. Those who come before the Court must be treated with respect and compassion. The prompt resolution of cases is in the interest of justice. Main focus of your term, if elected Helping the Court system get back on track after COVID and advancing the lessons learned from that experience, including the use of technology to make courts more accessible and easy for litigants and the community. Website https://www.friendsofdavisforjustice.com/
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