State Judges Are Clowns
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ATL Week in Review -- Bonus-Free Edition: December 11 - 15
Here’s our recap of the past week in ATL, completely free of Biglaw or bonus news (which will be summarized in a separate “Week in Review” post). The theme for this week’s news: “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” * Hardworking lawyers are still unhappy with their sex lives. * Celebrities […] -
Bad Ideas, Crime, Judge of the Day, State Judges, State Judges Are Clowns, Weirdness
"Judge" of the Day: George Head
Judges can get themselves in trouble when they get too involved in the lives of the individuals they supervise as part of probation. Remember Judge Manuel Real (C.D. Cal.), who almost got himself impeached for being a little too supportive of one Deborah Canter, attractive female probationer? Well, at least Judge Real never took Ms. […] - Sponsored
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The Honorable Nicole Richie?
After driving her SUV the wrong way down a freeway, famine victim reality TV star Nicole Richie was arrested yesterday for driving under the influence (Vicodin and pot, allegedly). Perhaps she’s gearing up for “The Simple Life: Behind Bars”? Seriously, though, we doubt Richie will do any prison time. She’s in the capable hands of […]
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Bad Ideas, Cars, Crime, Drinking, Judge of the Day, State Judges, State Judges Are Clowns
Judges of the Day: Patrick Young and Jan Fiss
Judges don’t have enough fun. Overly concerned with “judicial decorum,” they don’t let down their hair very often. They try to hide the reality that, beneath their robes, they’re ordinary people just like the rest of us. Perhaps they fear that this truth might undermine their legitimacy. But a pair of Illinois state court judges […] -
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ATL Week in Review: November 27 - December 1
* It’s all about the benjamins, baby. Bonus season is upon us. And we’re standing by to broadcast every move. So please email us with any news, rumors, and leaked memos about bonuses. * Truthful tips are especially welcome. Look for the first wave of bonus announcements in the coming week. * And check out […] -
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Judges of the Day: Wilbur Mathesius and James Brooks
Today we have TWO judges of the day. Both win the prize for their honesty and fearlessness. These jurists aren’t afraid to speak their minds, and for that we salute them. First, there’s Judge James Brooks, of “the O.C.” — Orange County, California. An Orange County judge with a sharp tongue and a history of […] -
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Judge of the Day: John Wilson
Most judges exhibit an excess of caution in their out-of-court comments. While understandable, given judicial ethics and decorum, it’s disappointing (at least to those of us who write about the judiciary). When judges do speak out, the results can be both informative and entertaining. Consider the literary exploits of Judge John H. Wilson, a criminal […] -
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Non-Sequiturs: 11.24.06
* And you thought your parents were embarrassing when you were a pre-teen. [Associated Press via Times Leader] * Now I know not to act upon those revenge fantasies I’ve had of playing the same prank on that female senior associate who yelled at me last week. [New York Daily News] * Also an anti-competition […] - Sponsored
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Back to the Sandbox: State Judicial Elections
Federal judges are lucky in that they don’t have to run for office. Because campaigns for judicial office can get so undignified. From the St. Louis Post-Dispatch (via TortsProf Blog): A Madison County official and Democratic Party stalwart said Tuesday that he is unapologetic about Internet hijinks that are drawing criticism from supporters of Republican […] -
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Ex-Judge of the Day: Glenn Staege
We worship federal judges — for their brilliance, their probity, and their service to our nation. We have a somewhat lower opinion of state court judges. Many state judges are talented and dedicated public servants (and some of them later serve on the federal bench). But some of them are like the Not-So-Honorable Glenn Staege: […] -
Judge of the Day, Pornography, State Judges, State Judges Are Clowns
Judge of the Day: Sam Harris
The political blogosphere, including our former home, is having tons of fun with the downfall of Mark Foley — you know, the House Republican from Florida who sent smutty emails and IMs to underage male pages. Well, the legislative branch doesn’t have a monopoly on naughty talk. This latest story is about a state rather […] -
State Judges Are Clowns
State Court Judges: Ho's in Robes?
Look, Your Honor, don’t get mad at us. We didn’t say it; one of your brethren did. From the WSJ Law Blog: Even sitting justices in Ohio question the current system [of expensive judicial elections]. “I never felt so much like a hooker down by the bus station in any race I’ve ever been in […] -
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ATL Week in Review: September 24, 2006
* Who is the hottest dean? Your nominations are needed. (At right: A portrait of Howard Dean as a young man. Seriously.) * Who is the Paris Hilton of the federal judiciary? * Are you a professor at a private law school? If so, how much money do you make? * Why are those Florida […]
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Bad Ideas, Judge of the Day, Pornography, R. Fred Lewis, Sexual Harassment, State Judges, State Judges Are Clowns
Judge of the Day: Brandt C. Downey III
Okay, maybe he should be “Judge of Yesterday,” since this was in yesterday’s paper (and was picked up by How Appealing yesterday too). But it’s Saturday, and we’re still working hard to entertain you, so stop your quibbling. A judge who repeatedly viewed pornography on the computer in his chambers apologized Friday after receiving a […] -
Judge of the Day, Manuel Real, R. Fred Lewis, State Judges, State Judges Are Clowns
Judge of the Day: Richard Albritton Jr.
As we noted yesterday, federal judge Manuel Real (C.D. Cal.) is facing an impeachment inquiry (more details here). But when it comes to egregious judicial misconduct, state court judges win handily over their federal counterparts. Check out this AP report about a recent disciplinary hearing for a Florida state judge: A judge who admitted to […] -
Bad Ideas, Judge of the Day, Judicial Divas, State Judges, State Judges Are Clowns
Judge of the Day: Stanley Mills
This is pretty awesome. Of course it’s from Florida, from whence all fabulous things come. You don’t tug on Superman’s cape. You don’t pull the mask off the old Lone Ranger. And you never, ever, pull into Circuit Judge Stanley Mills’ parking spot. Nichole Delameter spent all day Monday learning that lesson while cooling her […] -
State Judges, State Judges Are Clowns, Violence
Why Didn't He Just Brandish His Gavel?
The legal world has its own version of the saying “The customer is always right.” It’s a rule that litigators are quite familiar with: “The judge is always right.” The rule holds true even if you’re a government employee, performing one of the duties of your job, and the judge chases after you with a […] -
Crime, Perverts, Sex Scandals, Sexual Harassment, State Judges, State Judges Are Clowns
Judge Donald Thompson: Underneath His Robe
Judge Donald Thompson — remember him? The Oklahoma state court judge who was packing a penis pump underneath that robe? Well, here’s the latest development in his fall from grace: A former judge convicted of exposing himself while presiding over jury trials by using a sexual device under his robe was sentenced Friday to four […] -
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Above the Law Judge of the Day: Paul Zellerbach
California Superior Court Judge Paul Zellerbach is apparently a big baseball fan. So take him out to the ball game, take him out with the crowd? Actually, on second thought, don’t: A Riverside Superior Court judge who delayed the taking of a verdict in a murder trial because he was attending an Angels playoff game […] -
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Above the Law Judge of the Day: Beverly Grant
Who says going to court has to be so serious? Uh, the Washington State Commission on Judicial Conduct, that’s who. They just admonished a judge for this behavior: Pierce County Superior Court Judge Beverly Grant asked about 100 people in court to say “Go Seahawks” before taking their seats on Feb. 3. Dissatisfied with the […]