Raising the OC Bar
From its agrarian beginnings to status as a major economic power, lawyers and judges played a key role in the development of Orange County, California. Raising the OC Bar spotlights the rich and unique history of the Orange County legal community including stories about landmark cases, impactful institutions, and legal trailblazers.
Podcasting since 2023 • 10 episodes
Raising the OC Bar
Latest Episodes
A Discussion with Judge Stock
In this episode, Judge Stock shares her incredible journey through the legal profession, from her early days in the late 1970s to her 24 years on the superior court bench. Judge Stock reflects on the challenges and shifting perceptions of women...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:02:24
A Discussion with Justice Kathleen O'Leary
An engaging conversation with Justice Kathleen E. O'Leary as she reflects on her remarkable legal career. From her early days practicing law in the late 70s to her significant roles on the municipal, superior, and appellate courts, Justice O'Le...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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54:27
A Discussion with Justice Sonenshine
Enjoy an engaging conversation with Justice Sheila Sonenshine, retired Associate Justice of the Fourth District Court of Appeal and current mediator at JAMS. From her roots in Montana and Las Vegas, to her pioneering career in law, Justice Sone...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:19:57
OCBA Affiliate Spotlight: Orange County Asian American Bar Association
This episode features the history of the Orange County Asian American Bar Association, going back to 1993. Mei Tsang interviews esteemed guests: Retired Judge Kirk Nakamura, Charles Wu, and Jessica Cha. The panelists highlight exciting stories ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:01:45
Orange County’s Role in the Development of Private Alternative Dispute Resolution
Justice William Bedsworth and Daniel Robinson of Robinson Calcagnie, Inc. moderate a panel discussion with Justice John Trotter (Ret.), one of the cofounders of JAMS, and Alan Brutman, one of the cofounders of Judicate West, concerning Orange C...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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56:58