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Oct. 27, 2017

Niceness Matters

Los Angeles County Judge Margaret Bernal supervises her district by emphasizing civility.

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Niceness Matters
Los Angeles County (Norwalk)

NORWALK — When it comes to attorneys, courtroom management or administrative duties, Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Margaret M. Bernal believes in the importance of kindness. In fact, the aphorism, “because nice matters” hangs on the wall in her chambers.

“I think people forget that, and it really goes a long way ,” Bernal said.

As the supervising judge for the court’s Southea... (continued)

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