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Judicial Council to Consider Ways to Increase the Availability of Court Interpreters

December 5, 2025

Will also consider recommendations related to trial court funding, children's waiting rooms, and the council’s legislative priorities

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Video: California Supreme Court Honors Retired Justice Martin Jenkins

December 4, 2025

Jenkins retired at the end of October after five years with the court and more than 35 years of judicial service.

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Invitation to Comment: Disclosure and Disqualification Considerations Regarding Former Judicial Mentees in the California Judicial Mentor Program

November 21, 2025

Deadline to comment is Jan. 5.

Court of Appeal to Hold Education Program for High School Students

November 18, 2025

On Thursday, the Second Appellate District, Division Six (Ventura), will hold a special oral argument outreach session for high school students.

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Commission Confirms Three Appointments to Courts of Appeal

November 17, 2025

The Commission on Judicial Appointments confirmed three appointments to California’s Courts of Appeal in Los Angeles, Riverside, and Fresno

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Associate Justice Matthew Scherb in formal attire standing at podium during his confirmation hearing.

Supporting Native American Communities in Our Court Systems

November 13, 2025

Tribal and state courts work together to improve outcomes for Native Americans involved in the justice system

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Kin-First Approach Improves Experiences of Children in Adoptive Families

November 12, 2025

A couple share their stories of how "kin-first culture" proved successful when ensuring stability for their adoptive daughter, Cece.

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2026 California Courts Calendar

November 10, 2025

Keep track of court holidays, council meetings, and Supreme Court oral argument dates by downloading the 2026 Calendar.

When You Turn 18: A Legal Survival Guide Joins Judges in the Classroom Lesson Library

November 7, 2025

California Lawyers Foundation joins Power of Democracy Civic Learning Initiative to support teens transitioning to adulthood.

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In Memoriam: Justice Joseph R. Grodin

November 4, 2025

California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero began the court’s oral argument session Tuesday with a tribute to former Justice Joseph Grodin, who died in April at age 94.

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