Lesbian Lawyer Announces Candidacy for Circuit Court Judge

Around 50 people attended a "meet the candidate" reception for lesbian lawyer Lea Krauss on July 23 at Dapur Asian Tapas & Lounge in Fort Lauderdale. Krauss, the former President of the Gay & Lesbian Lawyers Network, is campaigning for Circuit Court Judge. The Long Island, New York native, who has called Broward County home for the last 17 years, says becoming a Judge unites her two passions of law and community service.

"I bring leadership skills, experience in the courtroom, and a belief in treating all people fairly," Krauss said.

At Dapur, she was joined by her fianc� April and introduced to attendees by attorney George Castrataro. Krauss told supporters she was seeking election to an open judicial seat in group nine.

The election is set for August of 2016.