Judges and Judiciary,
Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Dec. 16, 2021
Opinion issued for judges advising lawyers on court performance
“We felt it was important to provide some uniform guidance about the ethical considerations and risks that judges should keep in mind when they receive these kinds of requests,” wrote 4th District Court of Appeal Justice Judith Haller.
The California Supreme Court Committee on Judicial Ethics Opinions finalized an opinion on when it is ethically permissible for judges to give feedback on an attorney's courtroom performance, if asked.
Committee member Justice Judith Haller of the 4th District Court of Appeal said via email on Wednesday, "There appears to be a wide variety in practice, depending on the court, the region, and the individual judge. That's why we felt it was...
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