News & Announcements

Counsel interested in becoming a panel attorney for the California Appellate Project, please join this virtual webinar on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at noon. Second District Court of Appeal's Administrative Presiding ...

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero, chair of the Commission on Judicial Appointments, announced that the commission today confirmed Judge Tara Desautels as an associate justice of the First District Court of Appeal, Division Two. The appointment was ...

The Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, is seeking attorneys to represent inmates in death penalty-related habeas corpus proceedings. For details on how to apply for an appointment and to review criteria, visit the 

The Commission on Judicial Appointments today confirmed the nomination of Judge Danny Y. Chou to be an associate justice of the First District Court of Appeal, Division Five. Justice Chou was confirmed by unanimous vote of the three-member commission ...

Three changes to the First District’s Local Rules were approved by the Court, taking effect on June 5, 2023. Local Rules 13 and 17 are amended, and Local Rule 14 is repealed. The amended and repealed rules can be found here.

The Commission on Judicial Appointments today confirmed the nomination of Justice Tracie L. Brown to be presiding justice of the First District Court of Appeal, Division Four. Presiding Justice Brown was confirmed by unanimous vote of the three-membe ...

The Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, issued two new Miscellaneous Orders today. The first, Miscellaneous Order 2023-1, lifts the requirement that those attending oral argument in the courtroom wear face coverings, but encourages them to do ...

The Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, announces that in-person oral argument in the courtroom is now available to either or both parties. Counsel or parties may elect to present oral argument either by personal appearance in court or by remo ...

The Commission on Judicial Appointments today confirmed the nomination of Jeremy M. Goldman to the First District Court of Appeal, Division Four. Justice Goldman was confirmed by unanimous vote of the three-member commission, which included: Chief Ju ...

Rule 15.  Focus Letters and Tentative Opinions

The First District Court of Appeal has launched a judicial mentorship program to develop and recruit qualified and diverse applicants for the state’s courts of appeal.

The Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, has a new online portal through which law students can apply for externships with the court. Please visit Court Programs for more information.

The Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, is seeking attorneys to represent inmates in death penalty-related habeas corpus proceedings.  Click for information about how to apply for an appointment.