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Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 6d

#ATTORNEYS: Appellate Division 2026 Oral Argument Hearing Dates. More information: s.lacourt.org/Vof1d21

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 7d

Congratulations to Judge Samantha P. Jessner on receiving the 2025 Aranda Access to Justice Award! Presiding Judge Sergio C. Tapia II commends her dedication to fairness and access for all Californians. More information: s.lacourt.org/42PFV31

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 10d

🌟Since 2013, the Civic Learning Awards have celebrated school-driven, district-supported efforts that empower K–12 students through meaningful civic engagement.

👏 Congratulations to Sparks Middle School on receiving this prestigious award!

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Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 10d

On Tuesday, Sept. 30, the Presiding Judge and Assistant Presiding Judge joined Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero in honoring Sparks Middle School of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District with the Civic Learning Award of Excellence — the highest recognition for public schools in California.

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Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 10d

#ATTORNEYS: Family Law Judicial Assignment Changes at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse, effective Oct. 13, 2025. More information:
s.lacourt.org/1ojss31

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 17d

🎥 Thank you to ABC 7 for highlighting the Court's new courthouse and courtroom technology enhancements to improve the Court user experience.
#LACourt #StrategicPlan #AccessToJustice

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 25d

Starting Sept. 29, the Court expands LACourtConnect’s (LACC) Courtroom Preview feature to nine additional courthouses for courtrooms currently using LACC. More information: s.lacourt.org/JYeRC31

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 25d

Superior Court to Expand LACourtConnect for Remote Hearings to All Juvenile Justice Courtrooms Beginning Sept. 29. More information: s.lacourt.org/bY2On31

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 25d

We’re Hiring: Court Services Assistant I. Join our team and contribute to the administration of justice while developing hands-on experience in court operations. Application deadline: October 2

Click here to learn more and apply: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lasc...

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 26d

The Court was honored to welcome Echo Horizon Elementary students to Stanley Mosk. Judge Kronstadt discussed family law, pathways to the bench, and concluded with legal Jeopardy—an important program fostering access to justice and future leaders.

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 26d

💵 Need help resolving a money dispute? Small claims court is a simpler, faster option for cases involving smaller amounts (usually under $12,500).

Whether you’re filing a claim or responding to one, this video explains what to expect and how the process works.

Need Help Resolving a Money Dispute? | Small Claims Court Explained

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Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 28d

⚖️ The Superior Court of Los Angeles County was honored to welcome the Supremo Tribunal de Justicia del Estado de Jalisco.

Presiding Judge Sergio C. Tapia II met with José Luis Álvarez Pulido, President of the Tribunal, for a meaningful exchange on court leadership and justice.

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · 28d

🏛️ Not sure if your case is civil or criminal?

This video explains how civil and criminal cases are different, from how they start, to who carries the burden of proof, to when you have a right to an attorney.

Understanding the difference can help you better navigate the court system.

Civil vs. Criminal Court: Key Differences You Should Know

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Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Sep 19

On Thursday, Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Judge Amir Aharonov, former Commissioner, to the Superior Court of Los Angeles County bench. Congratulations Judge Aharonov!

Link to News Release: www.gov.ca.gov/2025/09/18/g...

Governor Newsom announces judicial appointments 9.18.25 | Governor of California

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Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Sep 18

✅Following a period of brief technical difficulties, the Superior Court of Los Angeles County has now resumed normal operations.

The Court appreciates users’ patience earlier this morning as the Court worked to resolve this morning’s delays.

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Sep 17

✅ The Superior Court of Los Angeles County has released its Strategic Plan for 2025–2028, outlining our mission, vision, and core values, along with key focus areas, goals, and strategies for the years ahead.

Read our new Strategic Plan interactive report at newsletter.lacourt.org/strategic-pl...

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Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Sep 17

The Court has released its 2025-2028 Strategic Plan to enhance accessibility to justice, build public trust, streamline case resolution, foster innovation & empower a future-ready judiciary and workforce. More information: s.lacourt.org/nXzrt01

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Sep 16

#ATTORNEYS: Unlawful Detainer (Evictions) Courtroom Assignment Change at the Governor George Deukmejian (Long Beach) Courthouse, effective Sept. 17, 2025. More information: s.lacourt.org/v2GiC01

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Sep 11

#ATTORNEYS: The Courts Probate Division announces judicial assignment changes, effective Sept. 15, 2025. More information: s.lacourt.org/0YQjX21

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Sep 10

The Superior Court of Los Angeles County invites civic-minded residents to apply for the 2026-27 Civil Grand Jury. More information: s.lacourt.org/BYnhG11

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Sep 3

The Court’s Temporary Judge Program is offering training for eligible attorneys who are interested in applying to be a temporary judge. Deadline to Register is Oct. 7, 2025. More information: s.lacourt.org/F2Foe11

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Sep 2

@asmmikefong.bsky.social visited the Alhambra Courthouse to meet with Court leadership and discuss priorities, including budget needs, interpreter shortages, and courthouse infrastructure needs.

#LACourt #AccessToJustice #AlhambraCourthouse

Building Pathways to Court Careers with Assemblymember Mike Fong

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Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Aug 29

#ATTORNEYS: The Court’s Probate Division has increased the hourly compensation rate for its Court-Appointed Counsel Panel on cases in which the Court determines a litigant, or their estate, has sufficient assets to pay. More information: s.lacourt.org/HoGGx11

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Aug 29

The Court will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025 for Labor Day.

Superior Court of Los Angeles County @lasuperiorcourt.bsky.social · Aug 28

#ATTORNEYS: Beginning on Sept. 8, 2025, the Court will serve the record on appeal, both the clerk’s and reporters’ transcripts, electronically to attorneys in Civil, Family Law and Probate appeals. More information: s.lacourt.org/yvDOR01

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