Judge Frank J. Bailey and Judge Elizabeth Snow Stong detail how a law clerk assists a judge in bankruptcy court, including: the role of a term clerk, attending hearings, writing letters and opinions and managing administrative duties.
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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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Relationships between the courts and the media can sometimes confuse even the most sophisticated public. What you see and hear on social media is not necessarily how "things went down" in the case or…
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2019 Appellate Judges Education Institute Summit
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Innovations in Bridging the Justice Gap in Rural America
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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 t…
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