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Judge Zeidler was the first openly gay man initially elected to the Superior Court of Los Angeles County

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero, chair of the Commission on Judicial Appointments, announced that the commission today confirmed three nominations to California's Courts of Appeal in Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Video: Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero and the Judicial Council of California honor the 20,000 public servants of California's judicial branch by asking dedicated public servants why they choose to serve.

The award, co-sponsored by California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, recognize 21 elementary, middle, and high schools across California.

The Commission on Judicial Appointments will consider appointments to appellate courts in San Francisco and Los Angeles on May 14.

31 counties to participate in finals this week in Los Angeles for shot at national championship

Courts received more than 220 CARE Act petitions since the program launched in October; Judicial Council also hears reports on remote appearances, a new racial justice toolkit, and a program providing free legal services in high-stakes civil cases

Will also receive report on how remote appearances in civil cases are popular with court users and staff

As we turn the calendar to 2024, hundreds of new state laws will take effect on Jan. 1, with many to protect the public and improve access to justice for all Californians. Here are a few worth noting.

Two-year-old program in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties has 22 volunteer judges mentoring 29 attorneys.

Under new leadership, the judicial branch of California continued to prioritize access to justice for court users and the public.