Special Announcement
The Court of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District continues to closely monitor the evolving COVID-19 coronavirus situation. The Court is following guidance provided by the Judicial Council, the Department of Public Health, and the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to limit the spread of the virus.
The Court has issued an order suspending all in-person oral argument. This order supersedes the order dated March 17, 2020. Telephonic appearances can be arranged at CourtCall.com. Video appearances will be arranged by the Court. As always, oral arguments can be viewed live on the Court’s website using the “Oral Argument Webcast” button.
Any further updates will be communicated here as appropriate.
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July 26, 2021
The Court of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District has approved amendments to Local Rule 8, Electronic Filing. Pursuant to California Rules of Court, rule 10.1030, the rule will be printed in Advance Pamphlet No. 20, Issue Date August 12, 2021, and will become effective as of September 27, 2021.
July 1, 2021
The Court of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District is currently recruiting for the position of Appellate Court Attorney. To apply, go to https://www.courts.ca.gov/careers.htm and search for Job ID #5356.
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Clerk's Office: (559) 445-5491
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