I am a 26-year Jenkintown resident, past Jenkintown Borough council member, past volunteer coach, local lawyer, and local law firm owner in Jenkintown, PA. In 2024, the current Magisterial District Judge, Elizabeth McHugh of local court 38-1-02 intends to retire. Montgomery County Court Administration has announced plans to eliminate and consolidate her Court with neighboring Abington and Cheltenham courts. I intend to run for this Judgeship, hoping to continue serving my community as judge, and keep this Court open. I oppose the closure of this Court, and I ask that you also oppose its closure. Court 38-1-02 is an important community resource, and its closure negatively impacts not only Jenkintown, but also Abington and Cheltenham. Let me explain why.
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