Orange County Superior Court

Before she became a Superior Court judge, Tania R. Vallejo was a shorthand whiz and a fierce advocate for rehabilitation. Now, she brings both rigor and compassion to the bench--annotating trials by hand and urging lawyers to see the human being behind every case.

San Diego County Superior Court

Superior Court Judge Enrique E. Camarena has presided over some of San Diego County's most complex and emotional cases, from family law to high-stakes criminal trials. But the Chula Vista native never forgets his roots -- or the weight of his father's legacy.

San Francisco County Superior Court

San Francisco Superior Court Judge Ethan P. Schulman presides over complex litigation with a keen eye for detail. From a landmark First Amendment case to stacks of asbestos motions, Schulman shares insights on a judiciary in flux, the art of legal writing, and why humor still has a place in the courtroom.

After years handling probate and guardianship cases in Lancaster, Judge Scott J. Nord now finds himself in the thick of Los Angeles family law. From custody battles to niche legal disputes involving alternative lifestyles, Nord is bringing a calm, empathetic and methodical approach to one of California's most emotionally charged dockets.

San Diego County Superior Court

Judge Rebecca S. Kanter's path to the bench began with a high school book and led through years in the U.S. Attorney's Office, a Superior Court election, and a federal judicial nomination. Now presiding over family law cases in San Diego, she brings analytical skills and empathy to the role.