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Our distinguished panelists, Governor Newsom's Appointment Secretary Justice Martin Jenkins, JNE Commissioner Aminder Singh, and Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge Lucas and Zayner, will give guidance and insight into the appointment process for Superior Court Judges under Governor Newsom. Come and ask questions. If you've ever considered being a judge, this is the place to be. Some of what you will hear is:

• What kind of candidate is the Governor looking for? 
• Do you have to have certain kinds of connections to be seriously considered? 
• How do I make the PDQ meaningful? Who reviews the PDQ in the Governor's Office? 
• Are letters of reference really that important? What should letters of reference include? 
• How do I navigate the application process, especially the evaluation committees, including the local bar and JNE? 
• What should I be doing in the years prior to my application to be considered a serious judicial candidate? 
• How are we doing with diversity on the bench? 
• How do I survive the whole process? Do I need mentors to assist me?