Los Angeles Superior Court
Career Highlights: Appointed Los Angeles County Superior Court commissioner, February 2023, retired May 30, 2025; deputy alternate public defender, Los Angeles County, 2005-23; deputy public defender, Los Angeles County, 1998-2005
Law School: University of San Diego School of Law, 1997
Career Highlights: Appointed Los Angeles County Superior Court commissioner, February 2023, retired May 30, 2025; deputy alternate public defender, Los Angeles County, 2005-23; deputy public defender, Los Angeles County, 1998-2005
Law School: University of San Diego School of Law, 1997
LOS ANGELES - Superior Court Commissioner Philip Peng approaches his high-volume child custody calendar much like a seasoned runner preparing for a marathon. And he believes that, just as in running, success in the courtroom comes from pacing.
"I found that when I trained slow and run slow, by the time I get to the race I'm a much better runner, because I have more recovery time," he said. "It's easier for me to find a flow."
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