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Former Crystal Lake attorney sworn in as McHenry County circuit judge

Katie Smith – ksmith@shawmedia.com New McHenry County Circuit Judge David Gervais listens to 22nd Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Michael Sullivan as he summarizes Gervais' 36 years of legal experience. Gervais presides over traffic cases in McHenry County. (skn_)

Katie Smith – ksmith@shawmedia.com New McHenry County Circuit Judge David Gervais listens to 22nd Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Michael Sullivan as he summarizes Gervais' 36 years of legal experience. Gervais presides over traffic cases in McHenry County. (skn_)

Katie Smith – ksmith@shawmedia.com McHenry County Circuit Judge David Gervais addresses an audience gathered Thursday in a McHenry County courtroom, after being ceremoniously sworn in as a new judge. He will be up for election to retain the seat in 2020. (skn_)

Katie Smith – ksmith@shawmedia.com Former McHenry County attorney, David Gervais smiles as 22nd Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Michael Sullivan prepares to swear him in as a judge Thursday. Gervais has 36 years of experience in legal practice and previously founded his own firm, The Law Offices of David R. Gervais. (skn_)

Katie Smith – ksmith@shawmedia.com Crystal Lake attorney, George Kililis, of KRV Legal, Inc. speaks to a group of judges, attorneys and other county workers Thursday about newly appointed circuit judge, David Gervais' character. Kililis said Gervais' constant smile is an indication of good will. (skn_)

Katie Smith – ksmith@shawmedia.com Former Crystal Lake attorney, David Gervais takes an oath Thursday as he is sworn in by 22nd Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Michael Sullivan at the McHenry County Courthouse. Gervais appointment as a circuit clerk went into affect Feb. 5. (skn_)