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Aug. 2, 2006

Judge Mom's Give-and-Take

Contra Costa County Superior Court Judge Leslie G. Landau brings her preference for the question-and-answer style of the appellate courts to her courtroom, where she finds that being a mother taught her all the skills she needs for the bench.

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Contra Costa County Superior Court (Martinez)
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By Dennis J. Opatrny
Daily Journal Staff Writer
     
MARTINEZ - Contra Costa County Superior Court Judge Leslie G. Landau enjoyed a 19-year appellate practice, but it didn't prepare her for the bench as much as being a parent did.
      "All the skills you need to be a parent you need to be a good judge," Landau said.
      She listed those ski... (continued)

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