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Feb. 2, 2014

Carol A. Corrigan

Carol A. Corrigan

Carol A. Corrigan

California Supreme Court
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By Emily Green
Daily Journal Staff Writer

Justice Carol A. Corrigan cuts an imposing figure. At 6 feet tall, with a halo of feathery gray hair, she hovers nearly half a foot taller than her fellow justices. She has a commanding physical presence and - as just about everyone notes - is exceptionally witty and funny. Once, former appellate Justice Miriam Vogel was arguing before the court and asked the justices to disavow many of the court's prior decisions... (continued)

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