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Nov. 6, 2007

Promoting Respect

Drawing on values instilled by her mother, Los Angeles Judge Mary Lou Villar is appreciated for her compassion and understanding.

Read more about M. L. Villar...
Los Angeles - Superior Court
By Pat Alston
Daily Journal Staff Writer

      LOS ANGELES - The clock in Mary Lou Villar's courtroom is five minutes fast.
      "I'm extremely punctual," she said.
      By all accounts, Villar is a compassionate, soft-spoken judge. She makes only two requests of staff and counsel: Be respectful of everyone, and be on time. Her time. Villar takes the benc... (continued)

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