Arthur Engoron: How was he appointed to weigh Donald Trump’s empire? Here’s all you need to know

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Judge Arthur F. Engoron secured his position as a judge of the Supreme Court 1st Judicial District in New York through election.APJudge.

Judge Arthur Engoron's prominence in the legal world has surged recently as he plays a pivotal role in the future of former President Donald Trump's real estate empire..

Currently, Engoron is poised to have a significant impact on Trump's collection of properties, marking a critical juncture in his judicial career that began with his early years as an associate at prestigious law firms, followed by his tenure as a principal law clerk before ascending to the civil court bench...

A judge is a public official appointed or elected to preside over legal proceedings in a court of law..

Judges play a crucial role in the justice system, as they are responsible for interpreting and applying the law, making legal decisions, and ensuring that court proceedings are conducted fairly and impartially...

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