Free professional development program at UC Law SF (formerly UC Hastings) on August 5: 

If you are considering or would like to learn more about becoming a law professor, please join us for a pre-recruitment workshop at UC College of the Law, San Francisco (“UC Law SF,” formerly “UC Hastings”) on August 5. This half-day event is co-hosted by participating ABA-accredited law schools in Northern California in coordination with the American Association of Law Schools. It is one of several regional workshops taking place nationally.

The August 5 half-day workshop focuses on pathways to securing full-time law school faculty roles that involve a mix of teaching and research, commonly called “tenure-track roles.” The event is free to registered attendees. It includes two substantive panels. The first focuses on pre-market considerations, such as how to create a scholarly record and prepare a “job talk” article, pre-market teaching opportunities such as “VAPs” and fellowships, and information on how to apply for tenure-track positions. The second panel focuses on the interview process at law schools, including advice on how to give a successful job talk, how to interview well, and the hiring process, including timelines. To register, you must complete this registration survey. Be sure to select the San Francisco iteration of the pre-recruitment event.

One new Special Cycle proposal is now available for your review and comments. You can access the proposal here: http://www.courts.ca.gov/policyadmin-invitationstocomment.htm

Judicial Administration

ITC Number: SP26-02

Title: Judicial Administration: Revisions to Judicial Branch Contracting Manual

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, July 14, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM (Pacific Time).

Notice is hereby given that a panel of citizens has been established to submit a recommendation to the Court regarding the matter of the reappointment of Sheri N. Pym to an additional eight (8) year term. Magistrate Judge Pym’s term expires April 17, 2027. 

The duties of the Magistrate Judge position are wide-ranging. These duties are set forth in Central District General Orders 05-07 and 06-01, available on the Court’s website at: www.cacd.uscourts.gov. Basic jurisdiction of United States Magistrate Judges is specified in 28 U.S.C. § 636. 

Comments from members of the Bar and public are invited as to whether the incumbent Magistrate Judge should be recommended by the panel for reappointment by the Court. Comments should be directed to the panel by clicking on the link below. Select “Pym Reappointment” under the menu titled, “Reason for contacting us.” When you have completed writing your comments and filled in all the required fields, click “Submit your message.” 

http://www.cacd.uscourts.gov/contact 

Comments must be received not later than July 10, 2026. 

On April 24, 2026, the Judicial Council made changes to the California Rules of Court with the effective date of July 1, 2026.  The changes are shown in strikeouts and underlining in the attached. 

Please visit the council’s meeting page at http://www.courts.ca.gov/jcmeetings.htm to see the meeting materials.

Special Cycle proposals are now available for your review and comments. You can access the proposals here: http://www.courts.ca.gov/policyadmin-invitationstocomment.htm

CRIMINAL

ITC Number: SP26-03

Title: Criminal Law: Pretrial Release or Detention

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Wednesday, June 24, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM (Pacific Time).

COURT INTERPRETERS

ITC Number: SP26-04

Title: Court Interpreters: Revised Credential Review Procedures

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Monday, July 13, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM (Pacific Time).

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Friday, June 12, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM (Pacific Time).

CATEGORY: LEGISLATIVE PROPOSALS

ITC Number: LEG26-01

Title: Judicial Council–Sponsored Legislation: Procedures for Sealing Arrest Records

Summary: The Criminal Law Advisory Committee recommends that the Judicial Council sponsor legislation amending several Penal Code statutes to improve consistency in how arrest records are sealed when a person is granted specified criminal record relief.

You can access the proposal here: http://www.courts.ca.gov/policyadmin-invitationstocomment.htm

Comments Sought:

This email is to notify you that thirty-nine (39) new proposals to amend the California Rules of Court and Judicial Council forms have been posted on the California Courts website. You can review them at :http://www.courts.ca.gov/policyadmin-invitationstocomment.htm

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Monday, May 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)

Comments Sought:

This message is to inform you that a new Special Cycle proposal is now available for your review and comments. You can access the proposal here: http://www.courts.ca.gov/policyadmin-invitationstocomment.htm

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Thursday, April 30, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM (Pacific Time).

Family and Juvenile Law

ITC Number: SP26-01

Title: Child Support: Review of Statewide Uniform Child Support Guideline

Summary: The Family and Juvenile Law Advisory Committee invites public comment on the Review of Statewide Uniform Child Support Guideline 2025. Under Family Code section 4054 and federal regulations (45 C.F.R. § 302.56), the Judicial Council is required to review the statewide uniform child support guideline every four years and submit a report to the Legislature with findings and any recommendations for appropriate revisions. The 2025 review fulfills both state and federal requirements for the current review cycle and provides a comprehensive assessment of how the guideline operates in practice and identifies issues for further monitoring and evaluation. Prior to submission to the Legislature, the report is made available for public comment so that any comments received may be forwarded to the Legislature for its consideration.

Join us at the CalCSA Annual Conference & Expo, taking place May 18–21, 2026 in San Diego, CA at the Town & Country Resort. This year’s theme, “Child Support Matters - One Vision, Shared Purpose,” brings together professionals across law, courts, government, technology, finance, workforce development, and community organizations to explore how we can better support children and families through collaboration and innovation.

By attending, you’ll:
• Gain practical, real-world strategies you can apply immediately
• Stay current on policy, legislation, and emerging trends
• Explore innovations in AI, data, and service delivery
• Strengthen partnerships across agencies, courts, and organizations
• Build meaningful connections with peers and industry leaders

Learn more and register: https://business.calcsa.org/ap/Events/Register/12F2NXosgCVCB

We’d love to have you in the room.

The State Bar seeks members for the statewide Commission on Judicial Nominees Evaluation (JNE). If you are an active California attorney in good standing, a former judicial officer, or a member of the public, the State Bar invites you to apply. The members of the JNE Commission assist the Governor in the judicial candidate vetting process by providing independent, comprehensive, and fair candidate evaluations. The ideal candidate has the skills and experience necessary to conduct an investigation, assess qualifications for service on the bench, and provide timely and well-written reports. Commissioners approved by the Board of Trustees are furnished with training at an in-person mandatory orientation on JNE Commission rules, procedures, investigations, and drafting reports.

The JNE Commission is made up of attorneys, nonattorney public members, and former judicial officers who represent a broad cross-section of California's diverse regions, legal profession and general population.

Time Commitment: The time commitment is substantial and rewarding. There are six in-person meetings per year, in addition to the above-mentioned mandatory orientation meeting held in January. To ensure thorough and meaningful investigations, commissioners should expect to dedicate a minimum of 20 to 40 hours per month to commission-related duties.

Please visit the online portal to apply for the committee. The deadline for filing an application is Tuesday, March 31, 2026.  

Questions? Contact appointments@calbar.ca.gov.