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Judge of the New York City Civil CourtQueens Civil Court District 2

City Law Department lawyer and private attorney, both working in Queens, vie for new seat

This is one of 10 Civil Court judgeships added in 2026, so no incumbent is running. Each party chose its nominee without a primary.

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Professional record

2 candidates · experience, selected cases, and evaluations

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Stephen C. Dachtera

Lawyer in private practice, South Richmond Hill · Admitted to the New York bar in 2006

On the Republican line in this election.

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Professional experience

Lawyer in private practice in South Richmond Hill, Queens, admitted to the New York bar in 2006. He has worked as a housing court attorney and, while studying law, as a mortgage consultant focused on real estate.

Career & documented work

Bar admission & conduct

Bar admission

Admitted 2006 · St. John's University School of Law

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Janet Ellen Keller

Senior counsel, New York City Law Department · Admitted to the New York bar in 1995

On the Democratic line in this election.

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Professional experience

Senior counsel in the Office of the Corporation Counsel at the New York City Law Department, admitted to the New York bar in 1995. She has been active in Queens bar groups, including as president of the Brandeis Association.

Career & documented work

Bar admission & conduct

Bar admission

Admitted 1995 · St. John's

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