Data show steady increase over the last 17 years in the number of women, and justices and judges of color

Event provided information for students on the many pathways and opportunities available within the legal field.

Recent social media posts from courts and educators in California tell the stories of courtrooms staying open on nights and weekends for the return of the Mock Trial Program, an annual competition held remotely for the last two years.

Judge Shama Hakim Mesiwala was unanimously confirmed as an associate justice of the Third District Court of Appeal in Sacramento.

Deadline for public comment is March 23.

Vickrey led the council’s staff agency for nearly 20 years and served three California chief justices.

Kyle Graham succeeds Jake Dear, who held the top role since 2007 and served the California Supreme Court for 40 years

The Supreme Court of California has appointed two attorney members to the State Bar of California’s Board of Trustees.

Following public comment, final opinion provides guidance for judges issuing bench warrants or presiding over change of plea hearings

Funding included in the legislation will help courts provide services and support to persons living with untreated schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders