The California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District , has conducted all of its hearings remotely since the beginning of the pandemic. As the Court looks ahead to the post-pandemic reopening of its courtroom, and considers the timing and logistics for the transition to that reopening, the Court is seeking input from the bar about the best way to move forward. The Clerk’s Office has drafted a survey designed to assist the Court in addressing these questions with the concerns and perspectives of the bar in mind.
June 15, 2020. Commencing June 18, 2020, the Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, will conduct oral argument via videoconference using BlueJeans. Counsel participating in oral argument will receive a specific emailed invitation to the appropriate oral argument.
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.