Remote Listening to Some Proceedings OK’d
January 11, 2021 – Effective today, attorneys and members of the public, including the news media, will be able to listen remotely to non-confidential LASC court proceedings.
Long Beach Family Law Courtroom Change
December 28, 2020 – The Los Angeles Superior Court has announced a courtroom reassignment in the Family Law Division at the George Deukmejian Courthouse in Long Beach.
Dependency Deadlines Extended
November 10, 2020 – The LASC has issued a new General Order that extends certain Dependency deadlines due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
LASC Probate Division Unveils Changes
November 3, 2020 -The LASC Probate Division is implementing changes to judicial assignments at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in downtown Los Angeles.
Launch Planned for New Mentor Program
November 3, 2020 – The Los Angeles Superior Court will unveil its new Judicial Mentor Program with a virtual kick-off meeting planned for 5:00 p.m. on November 9.
Amended Rule Impacts Family Law
November 2, 2020 – Effective today, amended Local Rule 5.3(a)(2) requires all Family Law ex parte applications and oppositions in all cases other than Restraining Orders.
LASC Creates Judicial Mentor Program
October 21, 2020- The LASC has announced the creation of a new Judicial Mentorship Program, the first of its kind in Los Angeles County.
New Family Law Assignments Detailed
October 19, 2020 – Effective November 2, the LASC’s Family Law Division will implement a number of changes to operations at several courtrooms.
LASC Prioritizes ‘Speedy’ Criminal Trials
October 12, 2010 – The LASC will give priority to criminal and other selected trials that were previously continued under a judicial emergency order.
Bench Elects Jessner Asst. Presiding Judge
October 12, 2010 – Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Samantha P. Jessner has been elected Assistant Presiding Judge for the 2021-22 term beginning January 1, 2021.