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Aug. 17, 2026

Listening first: Judge Douglas K. Mann's approach to probate

After nearly 30 years as a civil litigator, Judge Douglas K. Mann chose the unfamiliar terrain of probate, where family conflict, self-represented litigants and difficult questions demand preparation, patience and a willingness to hear every side.

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Listening first: Judge Douglas K. Mann's approach to probate
San Bernardino County Superior Court

Career Highlights: Appointed to the San Bernardino Superior Court by Gov. Gavin Newsom, March 25 2021. Partner, Walker & Mann LLP, 2007-2021; partner, Snyder, Walker & Mann LLP, 2006-2007; Elliot, Snyder & Reid LLP, 1992-2006.

Law School: Rutgers Law School
Judge Douglas K. Mann

FONTANA - After nearly 30 years defending medical malpractice and public entity cases, San Bernardino County Superior Court Judge Douglas K. Mann has learned that one of the most important skills on the bench is hearing every side.

"I always try to give everybody a chance to be heard, so I can hear from both sides and make sure that everybody's giving me everything that they want to say before I decide a case."

Mann presides over probate matters ... (continued)

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