In many of these states, voters will have the benefit of objective assessments of the performance of incumbent judges, and in some instances, the qualifications of their challengers. (iaals.du.edu)
Thanks to a working group of judges and lawyers, California's Administrative Office of the Courts now offers a required course on judicial ethics for incumbent judges and attorney challengers running for judicial office. (iaals.du.edu)
Interestingly, Stanbury was co-counsel a while ago in a case with attorney John Dehen, who is running for a judicial seat against incumbent Judge Robert Varco in the 10th Judicial District. (legalblogwatch.typepad.com)