5th DCA pro tem update

In the 5th District, which has one vacancy, Fresno County Superior Court Judge Donald S. Black will be sitting pro-tem until December 31.

Speaking of the "5th," see Law360's 10 Tips For Effective Practice Before The 5th Circ. for some insight into 5th Circuit practice that has some generally applicability too.

Also of interest, if you promise not to appeal, then (guess what!) you can't appeal, as seen here.