Judges and Judiciary
Sep. 12, 2013
Wearing the robe: judging in today's courts
We all know that we have three branches of government, but where do judges really fit within that system, and what is it like to be a judge?
James P. Gray
ADR Services Inc.Business and commercial contracts, real estate, construction, employment, PAGA, probate, legal malpractice
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Email: jimpgray@sbcglobal.net
USC Law School
James is a retired judge of the Orange County Superior Court, a private mediator and arbitrator with ADR Services Inc., the author of "Wearing the Robe: the Art and Responsibilities of Judging in Today's Courts" (Square One Press, 2009), and the 2012 Libertarian candidate for vice president, along with Gov. Gary Johnson as the candidate for president.
We all know that we have three branches of government, but where do judges really fit within that system, and what is it like to be a judge? These are questions that we, as judges and attorneys, are asked frequently.
As to the first question, it is important to understand that the judicial branch is the only one that does not so directly rely upon the majority of voters to obtain or hold office. Obviously, the executive and legislative branches are elected by the majority, so they...For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
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