Candidate
Michael H. Goldman
Running for Judge Of The Civil Court - County in Queens County
Michael H. Goldman is an attorney who has served as a Senior Court Attorney in Queens County and is appointed as the Supervising Judge of Queens Civil Court, effective January 1, 2026.
Where they stand
ⓘ AI-compiled · verify · compiled July 3, 2026LGBTQ+ Representation
Goldman intends to be the first openly gay judge elected in Queens County.
source ↗Judicial Experience
Goldman has over 25 years of legal experience in various fields, including as a Senior Court Attorney.
source ↗Community Engagement
Goldman has an extensive record of volunteer service within his Queens community.
source ↗Judicial Philosophy
Goldman emphasizes the importance of understanding the whole person involved in legal cases.
source ↗Court Efficiency
Goldman aims to enhance courthouse efficiency through technology and streamlined processes.
source ↗LGBTQ+ Rights
Goldman serves as a member of the Richard C. Failla LGBTQ Commission.
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🗳️ When to vote
General Election 2026
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
60 days awayRegister by
Oct 24
in 50 days
Early voting
Oct 24–Nov 1
in 50 days
Election day
Nov 3
in 60 days
Sources
- Scoop: Goldman receives Western Queens pols' endorsements for civil court judge bid - Queens Ledger
- NEWS RELEASE
- Once Fired for Being Gay, Michael Goldman Aims for Queens Civil Court
- Forest Hills lawyer launches campaign to become Queens County’s first openly gay elected judge – QNS
- Michael Goldman named Queens Civil Court supervising judge | amNewYork
- Commission Personnel | New York Courts
- Civil Court Candidate Michael Goldman (’95) Runs to Become Queens’ First Openly Gay Judge | School of Law
ℹ️ Registered candidate from official NY Board of Elections records (filed 02/24/2023). Verify details with your local election office.
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