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Oct. 13, 2006

Judge Congeniality

Steered to law by his mayor cousin, San Francisco County Superior Court Judge Philip J. Moscone focuses on the impact of his decisions and brings his sense of humor and reputation for accessibility and affability to his criminal courtroom.

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By Dennis J. Opatrny
Daily Journal Staff Writer

      SAN FRANCISCO - San Francisco Mayor George Moscone told his cousin, Phil, to drop his pre-med studies and hit the law books.
      Today, San Francisco County Superior Court Judge Philip J. Moscone is grateful for the advice.
      "I probably would have been bored hanging around sick people all ... (continued)

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