CALIFORNIA FAMILY LAW
...Procedure Before Trial/Hearing
......Judicial Officers/Referees/Masters
.........Subsequently Joining Firm
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Judges may personally and substantially participate in a particular case or matter through decision, recommendation, or the rendering of advice on it.

State Personnel Board did not abuse its discretion in dismissing an ALJ who simultaneously worked for a law firm litigating cases before the Board.

If adequately screened, judicial officer who joins firm which had represented party in his/her court does not disqualify entire firm.