- Last Updated on Monday, 30 January 2017 01:48
Attorney John (Jack) Puskar of South Park Township is pleased to announce his candidacy for the office of Magisterial District Judge to serve the communities of Jefferson Hills, Pleasant Hills, and South Park in District Court 05-2-16. Jack intends to seek both the Democratic and Republican nominations for this position.
Attorney John (Jack) Puskar of South Park Township |
Puskar, 42, is a practicing trial attorney in Allegheny County, Washington County, and surrounding counties. Jack has tried numerous cases before magisterial district judges, common pleas judges, and justices of the Pennsylvania Superior Court. He is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, having earned his Juris Doctorate, and a graduate of Clarks Summit University, having earned his Bachelor of Science in theology. Prior to enrolling in law school, Jack served as a Protestant minister for seven years, helping many families in crises.
As magistrate, Puskar endeavors to improve relations with the office of magistrate and law enforcement and make the court more accessible to members of the community.
“Our police officers and citizens deserve a court that is accessible to them and flexible to meet their ever-demanding schedules,” he said. “I endeavor to use my legal experience to bring equity and impartiality to this office.
Puskar is an honored member of the Sons of the American Legion, Squad 760; the Library Sportsmen’s Association; Chartiers Lodge 297 F&AM; and Mon Valley A.B.A.T.E. He promises voters that he will approach the office of magistrate as a full-time job and will dedicate his career to serving the people of South Park, Jefferson Hills, and Pleasant Hills.