JUDICIAL · CA · 1964-1970
Roger J. Traynor
Supreme Court Chief Justice · Democrat · California
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On the record
Pioneered modern American tort law (Escola v Coca-Cola concurrence)
Background
Roger J. Traynor served as Supreme Court Chief Justice of California from 1964–1970 (6 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Phil S. Gibson; succeeded by Donald R. Wright. Note: Pioneered modern American tort law (Escola v Coca-Cola concurrence). Same-year political environment (1964): Governor Pat Brown.
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Others who held this office in California
- Malcolm Lucas (1987-1996)
- Rose Bird (1977-1987)
- Donald R. Wright (1970-1977)
- Phil S. Gibson (1940-1964)