Podcasts about administrative judge

Less than a decade ago, no Black person had ever been elected to state Supreme Court in any of the 28 counties of the Third Department, an area from Kingston to Canada that accounts for about 45 percent of the counties in New York. The woman who broke that barrier and paved the way for several others, the Hon. Christina L. Ryba, was recently appointed Administrative Judge for the Third Judicial District, which encompasses seven counties in the Albany area. In this episode of Amici, the Court System's podcast program, Justice Ryba discusses her journey, her dreams and her plans, and reveals personal details about her childhood, family — and year as the Albany Tulip Queen. Transcript: https://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2025-06/Judge%20Ryba.pdf

I have appeared before Judge Carol Ricciardello many times over the years for security clearance revocation hearings. She served for the last twenty years as an Administrative Judge with the Department of Defense (DOD)  Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA) where she heard and decided over 1,700 security clearance cases during her tenure. This was really the second job in her career, as she first served for over 20 years on active-duty with the United States Navy, rising to ultimately serve as the Chief Judge of the Navy-Marine Corps Trial Judiciary covering and supervising all Navy and Marine Corps Trial Judges around the world. Carol retired from the U.S. Navy as a highly decorated 0-6 Captain.  I have always liked her spirit, and I found her to be very smart, thoughtful, and straight forward.  I have been waiting for her retirement in order to do this podcast with her to learn her story.  I hope you enjoy it!   PS. You may also like a podcast I did with one of Carol's colleagues, retired DOD DOHA Judge Michael Leonard here.          

Frank talks about a dreadful scam on a man that the IRS is holding him accountable for. He later analyzes Daniel Penny's case and social justice with Judge George Grasso, a retired NYC Criminal Court Judge, who served as the Supervising Judge for the Bronx Criminal Court and the Administrative Judge for Criminal Matters in Queens Supreme Court. He's also a 30 year veteran of the NYPD, having served as First Deputy Police Commissioner. He also gives the UFO Report on the continued mystery and danger of the drones spotted hovering over New Jersey and Staten Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank starts the show joined by WABC host Dominic Carter to talk about Daniel Penny's acquittal in his trial for the chokehold death of Jordan Neely. He then talks with Bernard Goetz, former candidate for NYC Mayor, animal rights activist and subway vigilante to talk about the Penny verdict. Frank talks about a dreadful scam on a man that the IRS is holding him accountable for. He later analyzes Daniel Penny's case and social justice with Judge George Grasso, a retired NYC Criminal Court Judge, who served as the Supervising Judge for the Bronx Criminal Court and the Administrative Judge for Criminal Matters in Queens Supreme Court. He's also a 30 year veteran of the NYPD, having served as First Deputy Police Commissioner. He also gives the UFO Report on the continued mystery and danger of the drones spotted hovering over New Jersey and Staten Island. Frank starts the third hour talking about the damages that false accusations do to people. He also chats with Jimmy Failla, a stand-up comic and the host of “Fox Across America” on radio and “Fox News Saturday Night” on television. They talk about comedy, news and food. Frank later talks about proposals for a four day work week and gives the Conspiracy of the Day on the motives of the UnitedHealthcare CEO killer. Frank wraps up the show talking about Bashar al-Assad's career in another life. He is also joined by Noam Laden for News You Can Use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Judge George Grasso, retired NYC Criminal Court Judge, who served as the Supervising Judge for the Bronx Criminal Court and the Administrative Judge for Criminal Matters in Queens Supreme Court. He's also a 30 year veteran of the NYPD, having served as First Deputy Police Commissioner Topic: Analysis of the Daniel Penny case Bio: https://grassoforqueens.com/about Social Media: https://twitter.com/grasso4queens https://www.facebook.com/Grasso4Queens/ https://www.instagram.com/grasso4queens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode we delve into the art of mediating a complex divorce. Navigating the choppy waters of a high-stakes divorce can be overwhelming, but mediation can offer a more effective and streamlined approach—if you follow the right strategies.    Episode Highlights Five Keys to Successful Mediation Transforming Divorce Negotiations Expert Guidance for a Balanced Resolution   Guest Spotlight: Judge Jessica Ticktin We are thrilled to welcome Judge Jessica Ticktin to the episode. A retired Circuit Judge of the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit of Florida, Jessica served as the Administrative Judge in the family, probate, and guardianship division in South Palm Beach. With her extensive experience on the bench and her dedication to mediating family, probate, guardianship, and civil disputes, Judge Ticktin brings invaluable expertise to our discussion. Her deep understanding of the legal landscape and passion for resolving disputes amicably make her an exceptional resource for navigating the complexities of divorce mediation.   Journey Beyond Divorce Resources: Book a Free Rapid Relief Call: http://rapidreliefcall.com  Follow JBD on Instagram: @journey_beyond_divorce   A word from our sponsors: Soberlink is a revolutionary tool designed to support individuals in their journey to sobriety. As a leading provider of remote alcohol monitoring, Soberlink offers a secure and reliable solution that helps people stay accountable and transparent in their recovery process. We're grateful for Soberlink's commitment to enhancing the recovery process and providing valuable resources to our listeners. Learn more about how Soberlink can make a difference in your journey at www.soberlink.com/jbd ======= TalkingParents provides a comprehensive platform designed to simplify co-parenting and enhance communication between parents. With secure messaging, a shared calendar, and features for tracking parenting time, TalkingParents ensures that all important details and agreements are documented and accessible. Whether you're coordinating schedules or sharing crucial documents, TalkingParents offers a reliable solution for maintaining clarity and organization in your co-parenting arrangement. We're grateful for TalkingParents' support in simplifying co-parenting and enhancing communication for our listeners. Discover how TalkingParents can bring clarity and organization to your co-parenting journey at www.talkingparents.com/jbd

Justice Patricia M. DiMango serves as one of three judges on Amazon Freevee's Tribunal Justice, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. Most recently, Justice DiMango was a judge on the Emmy-nominated series, "Hot Bench." Justice DiMango was first appointed to serve as a Judge of the Criminal Courts for the City of New York by Mayor Rudolph Giuliani. She became the first Italian-American woman ever appointed to that position. Thereafter, she was elected to the New York State Supreme Court bench in the 2nd and 11th Judicial Districts, and again was the first Italian-American woman elected to that position. Justice DiMango's reputation was that of a stern but fair judge combined with a balance of street smarts and legal knowledge. In the course of her judicial career she gained public recognition for handling high-profile trials, particularly those involving murders of young children, other crimes against children and hate-crime murders. She was also recognized for handling large volumes of serious felony cases from their arraignment through trial. Justice DiMango became further known for her efficiency in closing a vast number of cases in a fair and timely fashion. Her judicial acumens came to the attention of the Chief Judge of the State of New York and selected her to spearhead his initiative to reduce the backlog of felony matters in the Bronx. This initiative garnered front-page coverage in The New York Times. These assignments resulted in her appointment to the position of Administrative Judge of the New York State Supreme Court, Criminal Term, Brooklyn, Kings County. Upon her graduation from college, Justice DiMango was an elementary school teacher in the New York City Public Schools, focusing on special education of children with emotional and cognitive needs. During her teaching years and before law school, she received her Master's Degree. In addition to her Juris Doctorate, Justice DiMango holds a Master's Degree from Columbia University in Developmental Psychology and a Bachelor's Degree cum laude from Brooklyn College in both Psychology and Education.  Thereafter, she went on to receive her law degree from St. John's University where she graduated in the top of her class, and received awards and scholarships in recognition for her other academic achievements. In 2012, she received the Alumna of the Year Award from Brooklyn College and was also the recipient of the prestigious Rapallo Award. In 2013, she was the recipient of the Distinguished Judiciary Award from the Catholic Lawyers Guild and was named "Woman of the Year" by the New York State Supreme Court Officers Association. In 2014, she was named "Woman of the Year" by The New York State Court Officers Association. Additionally, she served as Master of Ceremonies for the NY State Broadcasters Association Awards. In 2015, Justice DiMango was the Grand Marshal of the Brooklyn Columbus Day Parade. She was also recognized as being the "Woman Of The Year" for the Home Reporter and Brooklyn Spectator's "Kings of Kings" event. Justice DiMango was also the honored celebrity speaker at The Greater New York Dental Association National Convention.  In 2016, she was named "Woman of The Year" by the Italian Charities of America. In 2019, Justice DiMango was selected to be the keynote speaker by the Brooklyn Daily Eagle for its "Champions of Justice" event honoring outstanding women in the court system. Justice DiMango has appeared on numerous television programs, including "The View," "Wendy Williams," "Rachael Ray" and "Steve Harvey" and can be heard on many talk radio shows and podcasts. She has also been featured giving legal insight on stories on "Entertainment Tonight," Fox News, "VH1," "Banfield" and "Inside Edition" among others. Upon her graduation from law school, she served five-and-a-half years as an Assistant District Attorney in the Kings County District Attorney's Office. During her tenure there, she was given the extra responsibility of being cross-designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York. She later worked as a law clerk in both Kings and Queens Counties to Supreme Court Justices Steven Fisher, Reinaldo Rivera and Luigi Marano. During this time, Justice DiMango volunteered as a Small Claims Court Arbitrator. Justice DiMango returned to her passion for education and became an Adjunct Associate Professor of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Legal Research and Writing and Forensic Psychology at St. John's University for approximately 10 years. Thereafter, she was an Adjunct Associate Professor at New York City Technical College teaching Criminal Law and Procedure. More than a dozen of Justice DiMango's court decisions have been published along with her contributions to numerous bar association journals. Justice DiMango was the chairperson on the Board of Directors of the Law and Paralegal Studies Department at New York City Technical College, the chairperson on the Assigned Counsel Advisory Committee for the 2nd, 11th and 13th Judicial Districts and on the Board of Directors for The Cathedral Club of Brooklyn. ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones is a podcast featuring host Randall Kenneth Jones (bestselling author, speaker & creative communications consultant) and Susan C. Bennett (the original voice of Siri). ON THE KNOWS is produced and edited by Kevin Randall Jones. Tribunal Justice Online: Web: www.tribunaljustice.tv ON THE KNOWS Online:    Join us in the Podcast Lounge on Facebook. 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Frank starts the show joined by a panel of four retired judges. They include: Judge Phillip Straniere, retired supervising judge of the New York City Civil Court in Richmond County, who also served as an Acting State Supreme Court Justice and the author of Filing and Winning Small Claims For Dummies; Judge Herb Dodell, host of the radio show For the People, California Superior Court Judge Pro Tem and author of the new book, From the Trench to the Bench: Navigating the Legal System and Finding your Spiritual Path Along the Way; Judge Jim Gray, former Presiding Judge of the Superior Court of Orange County California, former Libertarian candidate for Vice-President, an author and a playwright, and Judge George Grasso, retired NYC Criminal Court Judge, who served as the Supervising Judge for the Bronx Criminal Court and the Administrative Judge for Criminal Matters in Queens Supreme Court. He's also a 30 year veteran of the NYPD, having served as First Deputy Police Commissioner. They discuss Trump's trial and issues faced in courtrooms. Frank then talks about South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem writing about killing her dog and goat. Frank starts the third hour with commendations for the week. He moves on to comment on a DEI style guide, a valedictorian robbed of her title. Frank wraps up the show talking about flying first class. He is also joined by Noam Laden for News You Can Use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank starts the show joined by a panel of four retired judges. They include: Judge Phillip Straniere, retired supervising judge of the New York City Civil Court in Richmond County, who also served as an Acting State Supreme Court Justice and the author of Filing and Winning Small Claims For Dummies; Judge Herb Dodell, host of the radio show For the People, California Superior Court Judge Pro Tem and author of the new book, From the Trench to the Bench: Navigating the Legal System and Finding your Spiritual Path Along the Way; Judge Jim Gray, former Presiding Judge of the Superior Court of Orange County California, former Libertarian candidate for Vice-President, an author and a playwright, and Judge George Grasso, retired NYC Criminal Court Judge, who served as the Supervising Judge for the Bronx Criminal Court and the Administrative Judge for Criminal Matters in Queens Supreme Court. He's also a 30 year veteran of the NYPD, having served as First Deputy Police Commissioner. They discuss Trump's trial and issues faced in courtrooms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Midnight Panel Featuring Four Retired Judges: Judge Phillip Straniere, retired supervising judge of the New York City Civil Court in Richmond County, who also served as an Acting State Supreme Court Justice. He's also the author of Filing and Winning Small Claims For Dummies Bio: https://ballotpedia.org/Philip_Straniere Social Media: N/A   Judge Herb Dodell, host of the radio show “For the People,” California Superior Court Judge Pro Tem and author of the new book, “From the Trench to the Bench: Navigating the Legal System and Finding your Spiritual Path Along the Way”. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JudgeHerb Twitter - https://twitter.com/JudgeHerbDodell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/judge_herb_dodell/ Website - https://judgeherbdodell.us/   Judge Jim Gray, former Presiding Judge of the Superior Court of Orange County California, former Libertarian candidate for Vice-President, an author and a playwright Website: https://judgejimgray.com/ Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/JudgeJamesGray/ https://twitter.com/judgejamesgray    Judge George Grasso, retired NYC Criminal Court Judge, who served as the Supervising Judge for the Bronx Criminal Court and the Administrative Judge for Criminal Matters in Queens Supreme Court. He's also a 30 year veteran of the NYPD, having served as First Deputy Police Commissioner Bio: https://grassoforqueens.com/about Social Media: https://twitter.com/grasso4queens https://www.facebook.com/Grasso4Queens/ https://www.instagram.com/grasso4queens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the third of eight children in an Irish Catholic family, future Deputy Chief Administrative Judge James P. Murphy picked up a lot of skills early on that would come in handy when he undertook the daunting task of overseeing day-to-day trial court operations in 57 of New York's 62 counties and put him in charge of 640 judges and 6,000 non-judicial employees: teamwork, collaboration, humility, group dynamics and a keen understanding that the interests of the clan as a whole outweigh those of any individual. Judge Murphy, who was appointed last year as the Deputy Chief Administrative Judge for the Courts Outside New York City, discusses his background and management approach in a new Amici podcast. Transcript: https://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2024-02/Judge%20Murphy.pdf

Judge Mike Engelhart spent his formative years in New Jersey and earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and his law degree from the University of Houston. He earned board certification as a trial lawyer, was elected to a District court bench in 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2020, and served as an Administrative Judge for two terms. Mike and his wife Eva have two sons and live in Houston, Texas.

After a long and distinguished career serving our country, DOD Administrative Judge Michael (Mike) Leonard recently retired.  Mike served for the last twenty years as an Administrative Judge with the Department of Defense (DOD)  Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA) where he heard and decided hundreds of security clearance cases over his tenure.  On one hand, I am glad that he retired so that I could do this podcast with him. On the other hand, security clearance applicants who have to go to a hearing regarding their clearance have lost a wise, tempered, smart and reflective judge to possibly hear their administrative case.  Of course, there are still  many fair and  highly respected judges at DOD DOHA, but the loss of Mike will definitely be felt.  I was glad to learn his history on this episode of the podcast to include his U.S Army JAG Corps experience and DOHA Department Counsel work before he became a DOHA judge.  I hope you enjoy hearing his professional story followed by his bold retirement move to Germany!     

Judge Amy Searcy always knew she wanted to help people. At an early age she found inspiration by reading "To Kill a Mockingbird" and took that inspiration to work and become a domestic relations judge in Hamilton County. Today she acts as Administrative Judge and is setting the standard for what a Domestic Relations Judge should do for families.Join Mary Anne as she discusses the innovative methods Judge Searcy is using to make the worst moments for families a little easier and compassionate.Download the episode for free.

In this Diversity Dialogue segment, the Hon. Joseph Zayas, the first Latino ever appointed Chief Administrative Judge in NYS, discusses his childhood in a Harlem housing project, growing up with a mentally ill father and his vision for the court system he manages. Transcript: https://ww2.nycourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/files/2023-07/Judge%20ZayasFINAL_0.pdf

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Individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families often find themselves dealing with complexity and even intentional obfuscation as they navigate the path of Medicaid eligibility and benefits That is why we find it exhilarating when along that path we find individuals with expertise and empathy. I have discovered both those qualities in Marianne Huff. Although Marianne's highest level of expertise is in the mental health arena...the rules governing Medicaid are, with just a few exceptions, the same we deal with in the I/DD world. I have known Marianne for several years. About 5 years ago she provided invaluable information when we found ourselves in a benefit eligibility dispute with our local Community Mental Health organization and were anxiously facing an appeal before an Administrative Judge. Marianne's advice and guidance resulted in a positive outcome for our son Lliam. I believe you will find this episode enlightening and come to realize we also have allies and advocates within the community of professionals working MHAM. They Listen and they Care!Support the showThank you for listening to our podcast and for your continued support! If you'd like to learn more about NLAWKI please visit our facebook page and if you'd like to support our program more directly, stop by our Ko-Fi and make a contribution! But the most important way you can help our program is by sharing NLAWKI with someone you know!

If you're a family law attorney, you may not realize you are applying principles of constitutional law all the time. I speak with family law attorney Elizabeth Billies and constitutional law Professor Randy Lee about just that, as they prepare for their panel at the PBA Family Law Section Meeting in Hershey over the January 13th weekend, where they will examine the recent Dobbs decision and other family law/constitutional law crossover issues. Randy Lee teaches constitutional law, professional responsibility, torts and various writing and advocacy courses. Professor Lee has taught previously at the Villanova and University of Pittsburgh Law Schools and in the Harvard University Summer Program. The moot court teams Professor Lee has co-coached with Professor Kearney have advanced to the National Appellate Advocacy Championship three times, and their 1993 team was recognized for the third best brief in the nation. Professor Lee is a frequent speaker for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute and has also done programs for the Pennsylvania Office of General Counsel, the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office, and the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Elizabeth Billies is a Partner at Dischell, Bartle & Dooley, PC, in Lansdale, PA, and concentrates her practice in all aspects of family law. Prior to her current position, she was law clerk for the Honorable Susan Devlin Scott of the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas, the former President Judge and Administrative Judge of Family Court. She has contributed articles to the Pennsylvania Family Lawyer and has presented on various family law topics at the Pennsylvania Bar Association, PBI as well as on family law related podcasts and webinars. You can also find her writings on her blog, The Divorce Lawyer Life. Ms. Billies received her B.A. from University of Wisconsin-Madison and her J.D. from Villanova University School of Law. *audio editing, voice over & music by Nick DeMatteo

Hello All, Part 2 of our conversation with Judge Frank Rynd and Mike Schneider. Thank you so much for listening to part 1! We hope you are enjoying our Child Welfare series and can learn something new. Judge Frank Rynd and Judge Michael Schneider. With an accumulative 26 years of servicing as judges in Harris County. We are privileged to an engaging and insightful conversation from the perspective of family law and juvenile law judges. Judge Rynd served as the Administrative Judge of the 309th Family District Court in Harris County (2008-2010), Associate Judge from 2001-2010, and 257th Family District Court from 1998-2001. The Honorable Frank Rynd is the general counsel for the Archdiocese of Galveston/Houston. Admitted to the Texas Bar in 1979, Judge Rynd is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, and University of Texas School of Law. State District Judge in the 315th District Court of Harris County and over seven years with the Harris County Attorney's Office. He became the Deputy Division Chief of the Children's Protective Division of the Harris County Attorney's Office. He was General Counsel to the Children's Assessment Center and the Harris County Attorney's CAC Partnership Team. Judge Schneider is a Texas A&M grad and a South Texas Law grad. He gained experience as a prosecutor from 1999 to 2006 for the Children's Protective Division of the Harris County District Attorney's Office.This is the first half of our conversations and we look forward to our Happy Hour conversations on Sunday's. Please leave a review and share with your family and peers. You can find us at:Www.EverythangCulture.comIG/Facebook/Tiktok/Tumblr: EverythangCulture Twitter: EveryTHGCulture Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everythang-culture/id1455598116?i=1000567850501Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everythang-culture/id1455598116YouTube: https://youtu.be/aSAzW4Yf0G8Resources: www.myvoiceincourt.orgwww.dfps.state.tx.uswww.childadvocates.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/everythang-culture-podcast/exclusive-content

Greetings everyone! Thank you for returning for the second episode of the Child Welfare series. We are joined by two of our favorite judges from our work in Child Welfare. Judge Frank Rynd and Judge Michael Schneider. With an accumulative 26 years of servicing as judges in Harris County. We are privileged to an engaging and insightful conversation from the perspective of family law and juvenile law judges. Judge Rynd served as the Administrative Judge of the 309th Family District Court in Harris County (2008-2010), Associate Judge from 2001-2010, and 257th Family District Court from 1998-2001. The Honorable Frank Rynd is the general counsel for the Archdiocese of Galveston/Houston. Admitted to the Texas Bar in 1979, Judge Rynd is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, and University of Texas School of Law. State District Judge in the 315th District Court of Harris County and over seven years with the Harris County Attorney's Office. He became the Deputy Division Chief of the Children's Protective Division of the Harris County Attorney's Office. He was General Counsel to the Children's Assessment Center and the Harris County Attorney's CAC Partnership Team. Judge Schneider is a Texas A&M grad and a South Texas Law grad. He gained experience as a prosecutor from 1999 to 2006 for the Children's Protective Division of the Harris County District Attorney's Office.This is the first half of our conversations and we look forward to our Happy Hour conversations on Sunday's. Please leave a review and share with your family and peers. You can find us at:Www.EverythangCulture.comIG/Facebook/Tiktok/Tumblr: EverythangCulture Twitter: EveryTHGCulture Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everythang-culture/id1455598116?i=1000567850501Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everythang-culture/id1455598116YouTube: https://youtu.be/aSAzW4Yf0G8Resources: www.myvoiceincourt.orgwww.dfps.state.tx.uswww.childadvocates.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/everythang-culture-podcast/exclusive-content

After scoring a number of “firsts” in her judicial career –first African American woman appointed as Supervising Judge in the Ninth JD, first woman to be appointed Administrative Judge in the Ninth and the first African American to be appointed Administrative Judge outside of New York City – Judge Kathie E. Davidson has embarked on a new challenge: running the cutting-edge think thank that is the NYS Judicial Institute. In this interview, she discusses her past, her present and her vision for the future of the Judicial Institute.

September 20th Court Leader's Advantage Podcast Episode Obtaining customer feedback, obtaining usable feedback, obtaining enough of it to be able to rationally modify court programs, all of these are major hurdles. And yet getting good customer feedback is so important. It is important to complete the loop: to plan, to act, to check results, and then to refine. And this effort has been made even more complicated by COVID. LaGratta Consulting, with the backing of the State Justice Institute, has developed the Court Voices Project piloting 12 courts from around the country. These courts are collecting real-time, feedback from staff and court users about their pandemic experiences and their ideas. Some of the questions the Court Voices Project is trying to answer include, what percentage of court users prefer virtual hearings and why; have court users found new communication channels like phone banks and online chat features to be more convenient and more accessible; and what ideas do line-staff have for improving court practices? This month we're looking at court customers and how we collect feedback from them. Some topics we will explore include: · How do we obtain more and better customer feedback? · Why should court leaders focus on better ways to obtain feedback? · What have courts been able to do with more enhanced feedback? and · What advice do these panelists have for the rest of us? Today's Panel The Honorable Clemens Landau, Judge with the Justice Court in Salt Lake City, Utah. Judge Landau was appointed to the Salt Lake City Justice Court in 2017. He received his law degree from the University of Utah in 2008. The Honorable Timothy Kuhlman, Judge with the Municipal Court in Toledo, Ohio. In February 2005 he joined the Toledo Municipal Court and served as Presiding and Administrative Judge from 2007 through 2010, and again in 2019-2021. Judge Kuhlman graduated from Hillsdale College in Michigan in 1988 and graduated from the University of Toledo Law School and joined the Ohio Bar in 1991. James Cho, Court Administrator for the Municipal Court in Boulder, Colorado. James was first named Court Administrator in June 2015. Before that he served as Deputy Administrator since 2006. De'Von Kissick-Kelly, Deputy Court Administrator for the Municipal Court, in Boulder. De'Von has devoted her career to empowering women through activism, advocacy and education. She holds a B.S in Criminal Justice and Criminology and a M.A. in Adult and Community Education from Ball State University Emily LaGratta is with La Gratta Consulting. Emily is a national subject matter expert on the topics of procedural justice and user voice. In leading LaGratta Consulting, she works with local and national organizations to design and implement innovative programming, engage end-users and utilize their feedback, and develop practitioner resources and training tools that help enhance public trust and confidence in legal institutions.

Klint McKay is a Presiding Administrative Law Judge with more than seven years' experience as a bench officer. In his current role as Presiding Judge, he supervises a panel of judges who decide all foster care disputes within California counties, all health care disputes between Covered California and their insureds, as well as disputes between the counties and the poorest Medi-Cal beneficiaries. Klint McKay has tremendous life experience as well. He left home when he was 15 years old and lived on the streets of Detroit and was still able to complete undergraduate, law and business degrees without family financial help. He has persevered through adversity and understands what it means for people going through very challenging times in a deep and personal way.

This episode corresponds with the Bench-Bar issue of The Houston Lawyer magazine, and it focuses on the service of four Houston area judges who serve the Bar and the citizens of Harris County both inside and outside of the courtroom. An Interview with the Hon. Yvonne Ho, U.S. Magistrate Judge. In the first segment, which is approximately 30 minutes long, The Houston Lawyer Podcast Host Anna Archer talks with the newest federal Magistrate Judge in the Southern District of Texas about her journey to the bench, her hopes regarding her relationship with the Bar, how she plans to continue mentoring now that she is a judge, and her views on diversity in the judiciary. Judge Ho also provides tips to lawyers who will be practicing in her court. Keeping the Wheels of Justice Turning: A Spotlight on Three Houston Area Administrative Judges. In the second segment, which is about 45 minutes long, The Houston Lawyer Podcast Host Anna Archer interviews the Hon. Kelli Johnson of the 178th Criminal District Court and Administrative Judge of the Felony Criminal Division, the Hon. Michelle Moore of the 314th District Court and Administrative Judge of the Juvenile Division, and the Hon. Angela Graves-Harrington of the 246th Family District Court and Administrative Judge of the Harris County Board of Family District Judges. The judges discuss the roles of administrative judges in Houston, how all of the recent disasters impacted our courts, and how the judges have worked with the Bar to keep the wheels of justice turning in Harris County after Hurricane Harvey, the Covid-19 pandemic, and Winter Storm Uri.  Off the Record: Alex Weatherford's Silver Linings After a Traumatic and Life-Changing Accident.   The third segment is a bonus segment. HBA President Jennifer Hasley interviews Alex Weatherford, who is featured in the Off the Record feature in this month's magazine, about his road to recovery after a traumatic accident that dramatically changed his life, his experience with a groundbreaking surgery, and how his supportive family and firm environments have enabled him to continue to keep a positive attitude. Listeners to the first two segments who are also HBA members are eligible for 1.25 hours of CLE credit, including .25 ethics. Visit the HBA's CLE page for more information.Be sure to read this month's issue of The Houston Lawyer, which provides numerous articles highlighting the amenable professional relationships between Houston judges and members of the Bar. It will be available in early May at thehoustonlawyer.com.  More information about the guests on this episode can be found on The Houston Lawyer Committee's HBA webpage, www.hba.org/thehoustonlawyer. 

Christos Lagos has been the co-managing partner of Lagos & Priovolos PLLC since 2014 when he and John Priovolos formed the firm. Christos, who has over 23 years of legal experience, heads the firm's civil litigation division. His primary focus is on claims that involve substantial losses arising out of construction negligence, unsafe premises, automobile and trucking accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, negligence, defective products, insurance claims, and other civil disputes.  Christos is a seasoned and accomplished trial lawyer with an exceptional track record of success handling high-profile litigation. His experience as lead counsel in numerous jury trials has proven invaluable in the guidance and expertise he offers his clients. He has obtained several multi-million dollar settlements, judgments, and jury verdicts and is a standing member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. In total, Christos has helped recover over $150 Million for those whose lives have been harmed by the wrongdoing of others.  Over the last 20 years, Christos has successfully litigated against insurance companies, construction and engineering firms, major consumer product and automobile manufacturers, property owners, health care providers, trucking and transportation companies, and other entities and corporations. Christos holds a Certificate in Mass-Tort Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) from the Bolch Judicial Institute at Duke Law School. Throughout his career, Christos has handled several notable landmark cases. Notably, Christos filed the first wrongful death lawsuit for the tragic bridge collapse that occurred at Florida International University. Twenty personal injury and wrongful death cases were consolidated against twenty-eight defendants involving over 100 lawyers.  Christos served as Liaison Counsel and was a lead attorney in this consolidated action. On behalf of all plaintiffs' counsel, Christos conducted numerous presentations and led global settlement negotiations resulting in the creation of a trust for the benefit of the bridge collapse victims in the amount of $102.75 Million from twenty-five defendants.  Judge Jennifer D. Bailey, Administrative Judge of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade County, who presided over the FIU bridge collapse litigation, had this to say about him:  "Everyone should be extraordinarily grateful for Mr. Lagos's service as the lead court liaison. A significant portion of why this case has moved as efficiently as it has is because he stepped up to do this."  - Honorable Judge Jennifer D. Bailey Administrative Judge, Circuit Civil Division Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida in and for Miami-Dade County To view news clips and statements from Judge Bailey and other counsel involved in the FIU bridge collapse litigation, click here.  Read more about Christos here. And connect with him on LinkedIn here.  Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org

Judge Halee Weinstein, an Administrative Judge for Baltimore City's District Court, discusses her role in Veteran Treatment Courts, which decrease recidivism and provide alternatives to the standard prosecution systems, while emphasizing mentorship and the special needs of veterans.

Niuris Bezanilla – The Confident Retirement Podcast with Kris Flammang Episode 040 Not all Probates are Equal with Niuris Bezanilla, Managing Attorney, EPDG Niuris Bezanilla, managing attorney of the Trust and Estates department, EPDG, represents domestic and international individuals in the practice areas of Trusts and Estates, with a focus on establishing domestic estate plans, probates, and guardianships. During law school at Florida International University College of Law, Niuris clerked with the Administrative Judge for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit's Probate Division, which gave her first-hand experience and behind-the-scenes knowledge of the probate process. Niuris was also the President of the Negotiation and Mediation Team and was a recipient of the Dean's Scholarship. Highlights of our conversation include: Teaching clients how probate laws vary from state to state. Helping clients to understand how probate laws work in international cases. Setting up clients from countries including Columbia or Venezuela and helping to plan for the sticker shock of estate tax. Dealing with the slow timeframes of the IRS and other states. The advantage of using Trusts. Enjoy the show! Connect with Niuris: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/epgd-attorneys-at-law-p-a-/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EPGD-Trusts-Estates-109553091131168/ Connect with Kris: Website: https://www.lpfadvisors.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristopher-flammang-lpfadv/ Twitter: @kflammang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Judge Julie O’Kane joined our circuit in 2003 as one of our youngest judges at the time and for 18 years she proved her unwavering dedication to the work of a jurist. From joining a division she was unfamiliar with on her first day to taking on the important role of Administrative Judge, she has shown true commitment to our circuit. Now, after a long, steadfast career, she begins her next adventure: retirement. Listen in to Open Ninth to hear her talk to her longtime friend and colleague, Chief Judge Lisa Munyon, about her proudest moments from her time on the bench and what she plans to do next. Timestamps 00:15 – Introduction to Julie O’Kane 04:37 – Working in litigation 06:43 – Why she wanted to join the bench 10:36 – Being on the bench 23:21 – Proudest moments on the bench 30:51 – Retirement 35:50 – Advice for younger Judges

Shoveling Smoke is pleased to welcome The Honorable Brendan J. Sheehan, Administrative Judge of the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas and our first outside guest for the podcast. Host Partner Chris Koehler discusses Judge Sheehan's unique perspectives on several topics, including the judge's personal experiences, court operations and trials during COVID, the status of the new jail/justice center project, and other services provided by the court system.

This week on Maximum Mom your host Elise Buie joins Angela Hansen and they discuss the Sandwich Generation!Angela H. Hansen is the owner of Hansen Legal & Mediation Services, P.C. in Rockville, Maryland. Angela brings 30+ years of experience in advocacy and conflict resolution to her firm and unapologetically provides clients with clear direction throughout their entire time under her care and counsel. Her experience and clientele are intentional and expansive, servicing marginalized and disenfranchised groups such as those suffering from chronic mental illness, substance abuse, and victims of spousal abuse. She also has obtained final protective orders, thereby removing emotionally, verbally, and abusive partners from the family home and opening the door to resolution and healing. Angela's sustained commitment extends beyond a verdict as she pursues innovative solutions toward post-divorce success in her varied cases. Her courage and tenacity have led to success against “Big Law” firms in hard to win cases such as child custody relocation cases and acquiring indefinite alimony for women and men who have been the economically disadvantaged spouses. Angela recently completed her one-year term on the Montgomery County Local Pro Bono Committee after she was nominated by the former head of the county Legal Aid and installed by the Administrative Judge of the Circuit Court. Above all, Angela values her faith and family, which motivates her to ensure that her clients, too, have healthy and secure family environments. Angela and her husband, Steven, understand the complexities of family diversity and are the proud parents of three adopted children, ages 29, 27 and 5 who inspire her advocacy for change.Subscribe to Maximum Mom on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode!

Justice Patricia M. DiMango serves as one of three judges on CBS Television Distribution’s syndicated court show HOT BENCH, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. Justice DiMango was first appointed to serve as a judge in the criminal courts for the city of New York by Mayor Rudolph Giuliani. She became the first Italian-American woman ever appointed to that position. Thereafter, she was elected to the New York State Supreme Court bench in the 2nd and 11th Judicial Districts, and again was the first Italian-American woman elected to that position. Soon after, she was elevated to the position of First Deputy Administrative Judge for criminal matters, 2nd Judicial District. Justice DiMango’s reputation was that of a stern but fair judge combined with a balance of street smarts and legal knowledge. These qualities assisted her in handling a large volume of serious felony cases from their arraignment through trial. She was also known for her efficiency in closing a vast numbers of cases in a fair and timely fashion. Her judicial acumens came to the attention of the Chief Judge of the State of New York and he selected her to spearhead his initiative to reduce the backlog of felony matters in the Bronx. Hence, Justice Di Mango was named Supervising Justice of the Bronx Felony Project from January 2013-Januarary 2014. In the course of her judicial career she also gained public recognition for handling high-profile trials, particularly those involving murders of young children, other crimes against children and hate crime murders. Ultimately, these assignments resulted in Justice DiMango’s appointment as the Administrative Judge of the New York State Supreme Court Criminal Term in Brooklyn, Kings County. After a special assignment in the Bronx, she was brought back to Brooklyn where she was elevated to the position of Administrative Judge for Criminal Matters Kings County Supreme Court. Justice DiMango received her law degree from St. John’s University where she graduated in the top 10 percent of her class, and received awards and scholarships in recognition for her other academic achievements. In addition to her Juris Doctorate, Justice DiMango holds a Master’s Degree from Columbia University in Developmental Psychology and a Bachelor’s Degree cum laude from Brooklyn College in both Psychology and Education. Justice DiMango has appeared on numerous television programs including “Wendy Williams,” “Rachael Ray” and “Steve Harvey” and can be heard on many talk radio shows. She has also been featured giving legal insight on stories on “Entertainment Tonight,” Fox News, “Inside Edition” and “The Insider,” among others. While pursuing her Master’s Degree, Justice DiMango was a school teacher for the New York City Public Schools, focusing on special education of children with emotional and intellectual deficiencies. JONES.SHOW is a weekly podcast featuring host Randall Kenneth Jones (author, speaker & creative communications consultant) and Susan C. Bennett (the original voice of Siri). #JonesingForGood HOT BENCH Online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HotBenchTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HotBench Web: www.hotbench.tv Jones.Show Online: Join us in the Jones.Show Lounge on Facebook Twitter (Randy): https://twitter.com/randallkjones Instagram (Randy): https://www.instagram.com/randallkennethjones/ Facebook (Randy): https://www.facebook.com/mindzoo/ LinkedIn (Randy): https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallkennethjones/ Web: RandallKennethJones.com Twitter (Susan): https://twitter.com/SiriouslySusan Instagram (Susan): https://www.instagram.com/siriouslysusan/ Facebook (Susan): https://www.facebook.com/siriouslysusan/ LinkedIn (Susan): https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-bennett-8607312/ Web: SusanCBennett.com www.Jones.Show

As someone who wrote a thesis on why judges should utilize case management software and practices, Judge Jennifer Bailey is an active advocate for judicial reform.

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Judge John J. Russo looks back on his six years as Administrative and Presiding Judge of the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court. He served as AJ/PJ from January 2014 to December 2019.

Judge Patricia DiMango serves as one of three judges on CBS Television Distribution’s syndicated court show HOT BENCH, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. The former Administrative Judge of the New York State Supreme Court Criminal Term in Brooklyn, Judge DiMango holds a Juris Doctorate from St. John’s University, a master’s degree from Columbia University in Developmental Psychology and a bachelor’s degree cum laude from Brooklyn College in both Psychology and Education. On this Episode: Randy is obsessed with HOT BENCH because of the lessons learned that apply to interactions inside and outside of the courtroom. Patricia and Randy focus primarily on Patricia’s unpredicted stand-up comedy skills and the principles of law that can also apply in the real world: how to tell if someone if lying to you, judging vs. being judgmental, having unclean hands, credibility and accountability. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @HotBenchTV Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan Join us in the Jones.Show Lounge on Facebook www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.HotBench.TV

We were joined by the Hon. David M. Sheridan, Administrative Judge for the Hartford Judicial District. The Judge led us through the intricacies of becoming a Superior Court Judge in Connecticut, getting re-appointed by the State Legislature, and demonstrated why Nutmeggers are fortunate to have such a high-quality Judiciary—especially compared to states where Judges are elected and must run for re-election. He also provided excellent general advice for parties in court – and their attorneys. Listener calls included issues about mediation, setting aside Jury verdicts, Jury nullification, etc

As the City of St Louis' website explains, "Judge Edwards earned an undergraduate degree in 1978 and a law degree in 1982 from St. Louis University. He rose through private and public legal positions to the legal staff of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in 1990. From there he was appointed to the St. Louis Circuit Court. He was the Administrative Judge of the Family Court and Chief Juvenile Court Judge from 2007 to 2012." Edwards was appointed as Public Safety Director by Mayor Krewson in the fall of 2017. Here's a glance at how the conversation went: Chapter 1. "It's what you do for others that matters most." How Edwards came to be a judge appointed to the distinguished role of Public Safety Director. (0:00-8:15) Chapter 2.  Judge Edwards says he has "High expectations... for all of the 3600 people that work for [him]..." and they're not the only ones; Judge Edwards has earned respect from police and "crooks" alike. (8:15-11:30) Chapter 3. "Our City is basically safe." While this may be the case, Judge Edwards understands that we "have to be smarter about how we utilize our [police] officers," if we want citizens to feel safe. (11:30-19:15) Chapter 4. But 205 murders last year! The public must be a part of public safety and this will require courage from citizens. (19:15-24:15) Chapter 5.  Edwards envisions "A community where your grandkids can walk to the corner store without the fear of being hurt." When it comes to better crime fighting, Edwards says, "It is my job to root out the bad police officers, but I also need help from the police officers on the inside." Similarly, he needs the support of the community to keep criminals off the streets. (24:15-29:00) Chapter 6. "We're not going to incarcerate our way out of crime" in our communities. Plus a surprising reality-check looking at white-on-white vs black-on-black crimes. (29:00-34:30) Chapter 7. Dating back to the Dred Scott trial held here, the City of St Louis has been on the cutting edge of changing America and Edwards sees us as continuing to lead when it come to police relations as well. At the end of the day, "Reducing Crime is [Edwards'] number one goal..." and it's what he knows best. (34:30-41:20) You can also catch guest host Hank Thompson on the air Sunday nights at 6pm on 88.7 WSIE. Andy Heaslet is the show's engineer. *Wishing you well, DJ Wilson!*

Circuit Court Chief Judge Frederick Lauten and Appellate Court Chief Judge Jay P. Cohen have long and distinguished legal careers. Both Chicago natives, the two friends spend this week’s podcast discussing Judge Cohen’s career as an appellate and trial judge and his instrumental hand in creating the Orange County mediation program. Launched in 1992, the program has helped thousands of litigants quickly resolve their disputes while lightening the load off bloated trial dockets and saving countless tax dollars. Judge Cohen was born on the Southside of Chicago (Go White Sox!). He earned a degree in English before receiving his juris doctor, both from the University of Florida. In 1990, Judge Cohen was appointed to the Orange County Bench and was later appointed to the Circuit Bench in 1993. Throughout his career at the Ninth Judicial Circuit, he served as Administrative Judge in the criminal, appellate, and civil divisions. In January 2008, he was appointed to the Fifth District Court of Appeal, becoming Chief Judge this January. Let us know what you think about the podcast.

Let’s talk Soccer or should we say football? Since the downtown Orlando courthouse is a few blocks from the Lion’s Den - - home of Orlando City Soccer - - it is appropriate that we speak to a Judge who played college soccer and who is also an avid Orlando City soccer fan. Listen to Circuit Judge Don Myers talk about playing Soccer for Winter Park High School as a striker and for Emory University playing in the defensive position of a sweeper. He talks about the global, and now a local, phenomenon of soccer. Listen as Judge Lauten discusses with Judge Myers how Orlando City Soccer has changed the face of sports in Orlando, the competitive spirit necessary to play, injuries, teamwork, the nuances of the game, and the passion he has for what was once considered a secondary sport. Judge Myers currently serves in the Complex Civil Litigation division and as Administrative Judge for the Appellate division. Let us know what you think about the podcast.

A committee was established by the Conference of Chief Justices with the goal of finding ways to improve the cost and efficiency of the civil justice system. In this report from On the Road, host Laurence Colletti interviews members of that committee including Judge Bailey, Dean Lieberman, Chief Justice Balmer, and Chief Justice Jefferson. Together, they discuss their report which details 13 ways state court systems can improve civil cases. These recommendations range from curbing excessive discovery to simply using time effectively. Judge Jennifer D. Bailey has been a circuit court judge in Miami-Dade, Florida, for twenty-four years. She is the Administrative Judge for the 25-judge Circuit Civil Division, and handles a docket of complex business litigation cases. Hannah Lieberman joined the David A. Clarke School of Law as associate dean of Experiential and Clinical Programs in September, 2016, bringing to the position broad experience as a leader and litigator in the public interest sector. In her new position, Ms. Lieberman will lead the clinical faculty team to further develop the Law School’s exemplary clinical and experiential programs. Thomas A. Balmer was elected by his colleagues as Oregon’s 43rd Chief Justice and began service on May 1, 2012.  He was first appointed to the Supreme Court by Governor John Kitzhaber in 2001; he was elected in 2002 and re-elected in 2008 and 2014. Wallace Bernard Jefferson is the former chief justice of the Supreme Court of Texas, who served from 2004 until October 1, 2013. In October 2013, he joined the law firm of Alexander Dubose Jefferson Townsend LLP, as a name partner.

As a former prosecutor, defense attorney and circuit judge, Susan Sexton has tried or presided over literally thousands of cases: from death penalty cases to tobacco litigation; from medical malpractice cases to end of life decision cases. Her longest assignment was as the Administrative Judge in Probate, Guardianship, and Mental Health Division, where she was responsible for the highest caseload in the jurisdiction. She became the youngest female judge in Hillsborough county at the age of 30. To learn more about Judge Sexton make sure to visit her site: http://www.judgesexton.com/

Episode 309 of Business Insanity Talk Radio covers a wide variety of topics affecting small businesses. First, what are you doing to update your marketing plans for the new year? We talk about the key marketing activities you need to do this year. Next, we share how you can get cash for your business without asking the bank. Finally, we discuss non-compete agreements and answer the question: are they really enforceable? About the Guests:Jeff Federman is Senior Vice President/General Manager in YP's digital region, responsible for online and mobile advertising solutions for small businesses. www.myfreeyp.comJon Parise is the Director of Customer Marketing at Kabbage, Inc. which is the leading online provider of small business loans having pioneered the first financial services data and technology platform to provide funding to small businesses in less than 7 minutes. www.kabbage.com Yasir Billoo is a member of the bar in both the Florida Bar and the California Bar. He is serving his third 2-year term as an Administrative Judge for Miami-Dade County's Commission on Human Rights.Sponsored by Sage and Nextiva.