Governor Gavin Newsom announced his nomination of three Court of Appeal Justices. He also announced appointment of 12 Superior Court Judges, which include one in Orange County.

Orange County Superior Court

Michael Mooney, of Orange County, has been appointed to serve as a Judge in the Orange County Superior Court. Mooney has served as a Senior Deputy Public Defender at the Orange County Public Defender since 2012. He worked as an Attorney at the Law Office of Thomas Johnson from 2011 to 2012. Mooney received a Juris Doctor degree from McGeorge School of Law. He fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Julian W. Bailey. Mooney is a Democrat.

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