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Apr. 10, 2018

Inquisitive Interrogator

Justice Mark Simons is known for in-depth research and rapid-fire questioning of attorneys.

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Inquisitive Interrogator
1st District Court of Appeal (San Francisco)
Mark Simon

SAN FRANCISCO — When attorneys appear before Justice Mark Simons of the 1st District Court of Appeal, they should be prepared to face a host of queries along with requests for in-depth research on legislative history and legal precedent.

“I personally would describe my style as toward involved, toward the very involved,” Simons said.

In oral arguments, he said he leans toward the “hot” ... (continued)

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