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Court approves more robust measures to guard against conflicts of interest involving members of the State Bar Board of Trustees and the State Bar Court.

"The strong judiciary we lead today is a testament to Phil’s tireless work to improve access to justice for all Californians," Chief Justice Guerrero said.

Highlights and key statistics from the 2022–2023 court year.

Curran, the council’s chief policy and research officer, will assume the judicial branch leadership role Jan. 1.

Council also recognizes recipient of the Aranda Access to Justice Award

An on-the-job opportunity prepares the next generation to lead the administration of justice in California.

Council consists of judicial officers, court executives, attorneys, and legislators who volunteer their time to help make the court system consistent, impartial, and accessible

Justice Marsha Slough today announced she will retire Aug. 31, capping two decades of service as a judicial officer and nearly a decade as a Judicial Council member and leading voice on key judicial branch initiatives.

“This year’s budget represents a continued commitment by Governor Newsom and the Legislature to support the judicial branch with a sustainable budget, which is a cornerstone of our ability to provide access to justice for all Californians," said Chief Justice Guerrero.

Juneteenth became a California state holiday this year, requiring courts be closed in observance of this day as a judicial holiday, through the passage of Assembly Bill 1655.

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero has tested positive for COVID-19 and is exhibiting mild symptoms.