The Commission on Judicial Appointments on Tuesday unanimously approved state appellate Justice Patricia Guerrero for a seat on the California Supreme Court, making her the first Hispanic woman appointed to the state’s highest court.

The commission heard from several of Guerrero’s current and former colleagues during the 45-minute meeting, including Latham & Watkins partner Robert Howard, chair of the firm’s environment, land and resources department in San Diego.

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