Growing up with two judges was quite a unique experience.
The minutiae of the law and its application in the justice system were endless topics of discussion in our house. It was a perplexing, inspiring, and debate-filled environment. Having Judy as one of my major role models had a profound effect on
me. Because she was so bold and direct in both her professional and personal lives, visits to her courtroom left me awestruck. This was her world. Everyone from litigants to lawyers to court and corrections officers moved in the speed and manner Judy directed.