On August 31, 2022, the San Diego FBA held a Courtroom Conversation with U.S. District Judge Ruth Bermudez Montenegro. Judge Montenegro discussed her path to the federal bench, her transition from magistrate to district judge, and practice pointers for civil and criminal practitioners. The San Diego FBA thanks Judge Montenegro for generously sharing her time and advice.
The San Diego FBA also thanks United States Magistrate Judge Barbara Major, Vice President of Professional Advancement Courtney Strange, and Professional Advancement Committee members Thomas Livingston, Blake Eaton, Drew Hillier, Amy Wang, and Rosario Gonzalez for their help in organizing this event.