Judicial Evaluation
Our Purpose
The FLOC Judicial Evaluation Committee provides independent, fair, and nonpartisan evaluations of candidates for judicial office. Our goal is to help promote a judiciary of integrity, competence, and fairness, and to provide meaningful information to the public, appointing authorities, and the Unity Bar of Orange County.
FLOC does not endorse judicial candidates. Instead, we provide ratings based on a careful and confidential evaluation process.
Our Mission
The FLOC Judicial Evaluation Committee provides independent, nonpartisan ratings of judicial candidates based on integrity, competence, temperament, and commitment to equal justice and to the Filipino and broader Asian American communities in Orange County.
These ratings are issued to assist the public, appointing authorities, and the Unity Bar of Orange County in making informed judicial selection and endorsement decisions.
Evaluation Process
The Committee follows a thorough and structured evaluation process designed to ensure fairness, independence, and professionalism.
Step 1: Candidate Questionnaire and Materials
Candidates complete a confidential questionnaire and submit supporting materials, including professional background, writing samples, and references.
Step 2: Independent Review
Committee members review the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and materials.
Step 3: Reference Checks
The Committee conducts confidential reference interviews with attorneys, judges, and others familiar with the candidate’s work.
Step 4: Candidate Interview
Candidates participate in an interview with the Committee to discuss their qualifications, experience, and approach to judicial service.
Step 5: Committee Deliberation and Rating
Following review and discussion, the Committee assigns a rating based on established criteria.
Step 6: Board Approval and Communication
The Committee’s proposed rating is submitted to the FLOC Board for final approval. Approved ratings may be shared with the Unity Bar of Orange County.
Committee Chairs
Membership
Chair: Tina Hanley
Nate Epstein
Ray Sagun
Mark Servino
SOCIAL
Chair: Andre Aragon
Ace Aldana
Ben Atienza
Ronald Baldonado
Jeremy Basuga
Elsie Secoquian
Lycia Stokely
Mentorship & Programs
Co-Chairs: Vince Verde & Ann Fawaz
Neil Dy
Vincent Gonzales
Tina Hanley
Kristian Gravcochea
Justine Lim
Ava Ahlstrand
Communications
Chair: Mike Fermin
Ace Aldana
Karen Adraneda
Andre Aragon
Mark Servino
Finance
Chair: Carolyn Sieve
Christiana Ahluwalia
Monica Glicken
Founding Members
Grace Alcantara, Esq.
Ace Aldana, Esq.
Gregory Alumit, Esq.
Christopher Andal, Esq.
Andre Aragon, Esq.
Ronald Baldonado, Esq.
Jillian Balancio
Daphne Borromeo Hall, Esq.
Nardo Catahan, Esq.
Vincent Gonzales, Esq.
John Magluyan, Esq.
Rondine Macadaeg, Esq.
Karen Morao, Esq.
Brittnay Nobles, Esq.
Raymund Sagun, Esq.
Elsie Lynn Secoquian, Esq.
Mark Servino, Esq.
Carolyn Sieve, Esq.
Serafin Tagarao, Esq.
Roland Tong, Esq.
Larry Valdez, Esq.
Vince Verde, Esq.
