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The Ledger Nobody Kept: What COVID-Era Guidance Did to Custody
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July 28, 2026
The pandemic's impact on custody and family courts has been significant yet largely unquantified, as seen in the backlog of cases and the misuse of COVID-19 as a pretext in custody disputes. This situation was exacerbated by inconsistent court operations…
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One Day, Seven Cases: A Court Watcher’s Portrait of Judge Vivian Wang
May 24, 2026
Judge Vivian Wang, newly appointed in San Mateo County family court, is navigating her first year with a strong commitment to understanding cases and assisting unrepresented litigants. However, her lack of family law experience exposes gaps in legal…