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California Supreme Court

Jul. 17, 2010

Big Shoes: Who Is Next At The Helm of the State Supreme Court?

Speculation begins over who will replace Chief Justice Ronald M. George.

By Laura Ernde

Daily Journal Staff Writer

SAN FRANCISCO - None of the six associate justices on the state Supreme Court expressed a strong interest in succeeding Chief Justice Ronald M. George after he announced his retirement Wednesday.

Some observers speculated Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger might look outside the court or even the judiciary to find a leader for the nation's largest court system.

Justices Joyce ...

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