News & Announcements

The Fourth District, Division Two announces the appointment of Judge Corey Lee as associate justice of the Fourth Appellate District, Division Two. Read the full story of new appointments to California’s Courts of Appeal.
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Division One in San Diego is accepting applications for an Appellate Court Attorney (Level D – Senior).   The job can be found here.  The posting is open until November 30, 2025.
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The Fourth District, Division Three announces the retirement of Presiding Justice Kathleen E. O’Leary after nearly 44 years of service to the Judicial Branch and 25 years of service to Division Three. Read the full story.
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The Court of Appeal for the Fourth Appellate District, Division Two in Riverside will hold an outreach session on March 13 for Coachella Valley high school students.  Read more.
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Effective March 1, the California Supreme Court has appointed Justice Julia Kelety of the Court of Appeal, Fourth District, Division One to the Commission on Judicial Performance, an independent state agency responsible for investigating complai ...

The Fourth District, Court of Appeal, Division One in San Diego is pleased to announce the launch of a new customer survey aimed at gathering valuable feedback from court users. This initiative marks the first time the Court has implemented a formal ...

In the heart of Orange County, the courthouse for the Fourth District Court of Appeal, Division Three now bears the name of a remarkable individual: Justice Cruz Reynoso. His story is one of resilience, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to jus ...

San Diego—The Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division One was pleased to hold oral argument on October 24 at Southwest High School in El Centro, an event attended by over 500 students from eight high schools throughout Imperial County.&n ...

On September 24, 2024, a naming ceremony took place at the California Court of Appeal, Fourth District, Division 3, to honor the life and legacy of former California Supreme Court Justice, and native son, Cruz Reynoso. Among the attendees were Chief ...

Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero appointed Associate Justice Joan K. Irion to the Judicial Council.  Justice Irion's term begins on September 15, 2024.  Read more.
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The Court of Appeal, Fourth 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 Habeas Counsel under P ...

Read More: Fourth Appellate District Introduces Voluntary Civil Mediation Program

Associate Justice Truc T. Do represents the Fourth Appellate District on the Supreme Court and Appellate Court Bias Prevention Committee. Its mission is to support the integrity and impartiality of the judicial system and promote an appellate court e ...

The Fourth District, Division Two, announces Justice Marsha Slough to retire. Read the full story.
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The Fourth District, Division One, names new managing attorney.  View the full story.
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