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Advice to judges: Get to know reporters who cover you
To improve media coverage of courts, judges should talk to the reporters who cover them and explain what they do. That was the recommendation of four experts --- two former judges, a journalist and a media professor.
2019-2020 Committee Enrollment Open
Get involved in the Judicial Division through our committees! Terms begin on September 1st, and end on August 31st. There is no fee to join a committee. You must be a current member of the a JD conference to enroll.
Judicial Division CLE Programs, Meetings & Events
Dec
04
Events | Webinar
The Role of Toxicology in Impaired Driving Cases
CLE 90 min
Whether you're a judge or work in the traffic safety or criminal justice area, and need to know more about impaired driving and alcohol and drug testing, this program is for you.
Dec
16
Events | Webinar
Innovations in Bridging the Justice Gap in Rural America
CLE 90 min
Access to justice is not just for people living in big cities. There are substantial opportunities for justice innovations in rural places. Listen to experts explain the data, the resources, and new…
Jan
09
Events | In-Person
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics National Institute
CLE 780 min
Now is the time to BE PREPARED! Learn insider tips on practical ways to tackle contracting, litigation, tort liability, compliance, data protection, and other unprecedented legal issues raised by Art…
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Judge members in the Judicial Division are eligible for a $500 judicial scholarship to any in-person course at the National Judicial College.
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The Judges' Journal: Judges and the Media
The quickly evolving world of media has left some judges struggling to adapt. Judge Epps and other authors in this issue of The Judges’ Journal warn about the pitfalls of judges interacting poorly with the media, but they also suggest that avoidance is not the answer. Effectively interacting with the media can allow transparency and help maintain the public’s confidence in the judiciary.
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Supreme Court Practice & Procedure (On-Demand CLE)
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OMG, I Have A Case In U.S. Tax Court! A Tax Court Basics Program Part 1 (On-Demand CLE)
Audio and Video | On-Demand CLE
Autonomous Vehicles: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly (On-Demand CLE)
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