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After considering public comment, committee issues final opinion on ethical considerations for judicial officers invited to celebrations for private, for-profit law firms.

Final opinion follows public comment and provides guidance for judges on ethical considerations when inviting outside speakers and groups to give educational presentations to the court

Committee says justices should disqualify staff attorneys from working on appellate matters if the attorney’s prior service as a lawyer in the proceeding would disqualify a justice who had served in such a capacity.

The California Supreme Court Committee on Judicial Ethics Opinions (CJEO) invites public comment on a draft formal opinion addressing whether a judicial officer may attend a celebration hosted by a law firm.

Juror Appreciation Week this year is May 8–12, one way California courts thank citizens for making the justice system work. Learn about initiatives to improve the jury system in California.

Following public comment period, final opinion provides guidance for presiding judges on sending courtwide emails to judges and staff

The California Supreme Court Committee on Judicial Ethics Opinions (CJEO) invites public comment on a draft formal opinion outlining what judges should consider when inviting outside speakers and groups to give educational presentations.

Los Angeles County Judge Michelle Williams Court will join the committee starting April 1.

Deadline for public comment is March 23.

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

Final opinion follows public comment and provides guidance for judges when consulting with other judges

Deadline to comment is Dec. 22.