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Oct. 15, 2024

Judge Julie Swain keeps in mind that she may meet those in her courtroom again

Former trial lawyer 'cuts through nonsense' as dependency judge, lawyer says.

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Orange County Superior Court

ORANGE - One day, while out for a walk with a friend, Superior Court Judge Julie Swain heard a man call out to her. He recognized her from years earlier, not by her face, but by her voice.

"I know you! You were my attorney!" he exclaimed.

The former client, who as a teen was a member of a street gang, explained that with her help, he had gotten "the best deal," and after serving his time, he stayed clean, completed parole and turned his l... (continued)

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