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Judge Maureen M. Houska
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Hon. Maureen M. Houska serves in Department 20 at the hall_of_justice. Appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom on 08/08/2022. Educational background not publicly available. Pre-bench career: .
Ruling Tendencies & Style
Maureen M. Houska serves in Department 20 at the hall_of_justice.. Notable: Appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom on August 8, 2022, filling the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge William Q. Liebmann. Took the bench on September 1, 2022, as Ventura County's newest Superior Court judge at that time. Also serves as a member of the Appellate Division of the Ventura County Superior Court.
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Risk Flags
1 sourceReview Ventura County Superior Court tentative rulings before each hearing
Ventura County Superior Court publishes tentative rulings online. Check the court website the day before your hearing — appearing without reviewing the tentative is a significant disadvantage.
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Green Lights
1 sourceConcise, focused oral argument
Maureen M. Houska values counsel who distill complex issues into clear, focused argument. Avoid repeating your brief — highlight the key disputed issue and watch for signals from the bench.
Professional courtesy toward opposing counsel
Courts notice when counsel treats opposing counsel respectfully and focuses on substance over personal attacks. Professionalism enhances credibility.
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Prep Checklist
1 source- critical
Check tentative ruling on court website
Available the day before the hearing at https://www.ventura.courts.ca.gov/.
- important
Research Maureen M. Houska's recent rulings via Trellis.Law
Review recent rulings to understand the judge's current approach before appearing.
- important
Prepare concise oral argument — do not simply repeat your brief
Identify the 1-2 key points most likely to move the court and focus your time on those. Watch for signals from the bench.
- nice
Organize all exhibits and declarations with tabs
Pre-mark all exhibits and have a clean set for the court. Disorganized exhibits slow proceedings.
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Courtroom Etiquette
1 source- ›Arrive at least 10 minutes early
- ›Address the court as 'Your Honor'
- ›Stand when addressing the court unless invited to remain seated
- ›Do not interrupt other counsel or the court
- ›Have all exhibits pre-marked and organized before the hearing
- ›Silence all electronic devices
- ›Cite specific page and line numbers when referencing filed documents
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