Blithe Bock

Blithe Bock holds the title of Adjunct Professor of Law and serves as Supervising Attorney of the Civil Appeals Division in the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office. She oversees all appeals involving the City of Los Angeles and possesses nearly three decades of legal experience. With a Certified Appellate Specialist designation from the California State Bar—a distinction held by fewer than 500 attorneys—she specializes in appellate advocacy.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree, University of Chicago (1987)
• Juris Doctor, UCLA School of Law (1992)

Her career spans 11 years as a trial litigator and 18 years in appellate practice. Since 1999, she has been with the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office, arguing before the California Supreme Court, Ninth Circuit, and California Court of Appeal. She has taught legal writing at Glendale University College of Law and UWLA, while conducting MCLE seminars for continuing legal education.

Awards & Recognition:

• Certified Appellate Specialist (California State Bar)

Her work focuses on complex civil appeals, legal education, and maintaining the City's legal interests at appellate levels. No specific grants or lab affiliations are documented in the provided materials.