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Dec. 7, 2021

Judge Paul Bacigalupo uses mindfulness and meditation techniques in court

From the bench, Paul Judge Bacigalupo led jury members in meditation, which lasted only a few minutes and included the jurors and others in the courtroom breathing, closing their eyes and centering themselves.

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Los Angeles Superior (Van Nuys)
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(Mark Kellam / Daily Journal)

VAN NUYS — Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Paul A. Bacigalupo said mindfulness practices he puts in place during settlement hearings and trials help him be more attentive and alert.

“It’s about being aware, in the moment, what is going on with myself and others,” he said.

During a four-week trial in August, he led the jury in meditation, which he felt was important because there was a pandemi... (continued)

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