- Bennett -- a New York native -- became Hawaii's third ever 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals judge after his appointment by President Donald Trump
- Bennett, a Republican, had rare bipartisan support during his nomination and confirmation process.
- Competitive bridge player, holding the game's second-highest rank of platinum grand master
- As Hawai'i's AG he argued two cases before the U.S. Supreme Court, prevailing 9-0 in both.
SCAN: News and resources for Southern California appellate lawyers, featuring the Second and Fourth District Courts of Appeal and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
DJ profiles 9th Cir. Judge Bennett
Today's DJ has 9th Circuit Judge Mark J. Bennett known for wit, integrity, intelligence -- Circuit judge ‘makes it clear what the sticking point is and communicates it.’
