Political Quotes

“Mr. President, Jeffrey Helmick was rated ``well qualified'' by a substantial majority of the ABA's Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary. In his 22-year legal career as a litigator in private practice, Mr. Helmick has tried approximately 40 cases to verdict or judgment. Currently a principal at his law firm, Mr. Helmick has the strong support of his home State Senators who have spoken in support of this nomination. He was also voted out of the Judiciary Committee nearly 3 months ago by a bipartisan majority. Given his distinguished record in private practice and his bipartisan support, I trust that he will be confirmed. =========================== NOTE =========================== On page S3773, June 6, 2012, the Record reads: . . . Northern District of Ohio. Jeffrey Helmick . . . The online Record has been corrected to read: Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, Jeffrey Helmick . . . ========================= END NOTE ========================= Some have chosen to criticize Mr. Helmick for his role as court- appointed defense counsel. Those who criticize him may not understand how our justice system works. Our legal system is an adversary system, predicated upon legal advocacy for both sides. That is what Mr. Helmick did at the request of the court. No nominee should be disqualified for representing clients zealously.…”