Maria P. Rivera

a deputy public defender, said, "She is not as well versed in criminal law as some of the other judges." On Motions Attorneys said Judge Rizk is "very good" at managing her courtroom. "She is very organized," said one. Another said, "She is very efficient." A third interviewee said, "She is very good at keeping things moving." Courtroom atmosphere Most of the interviewees said Judge Rizk's courtroom atmosphere is "professional" and "businesslike." One attorney said, "She is very serious." On Trial Interviewees said Judge Rizk is "very fair" when handling trials. One attorney said, "She is very even-handed." Another said, "She is very fair and impartial." A third interviewee said, "She is very good at keeping the parties focused on the issues." Continuances Attorneys said Judge Rizk is "very reasonable" when it comes to granting continuances. One interviewee said, "She is very understanding." Proclivities Most of the interviewees said Judge Rizk is "fair" overall. One interviewee said, "She is very even-handed." Summary One attorney offered the following additional comment: "She is very good at