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Special Considerations for the Rural Court Judge: Web-Based
OnlineWhy should I take this course? As a rural court judge, you need a course tailored to your more sparsely populated community and jurisdiction. This faculty-led online course offers a convenient way to learn skills particular to the special nature of judging within a rural area, without having to leave your docket. Who should attend? This […]
Evidence in a Courtroom Setting (JS 633)
Washington, D.C.Why should I take this course? Judges should have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the rules of evidence that apply in their jurisdiction and be able to apply those rules competently and efficiently. Judges who are well-versed in the applicable rules and who have developed a framework for dealing with evidentiary matters, both fairly […]
Judicial Renaissance V – Philippines
PhilippinesPrevious Judicial Renaissances have been held in Bordeaux, France; Seoul, South Korea; Athens, Greece; and Lisbon, Portugal. Tuition covers course fees, a cultural activity and group dinner, and breakfast and lunches. Tuition does not include airfare, lodging or other dinners. Tuition for 2025 is yet to be determined. Please click Register to join the interested […]
Mindfulness for Judges
Kohler, WIOver the course of the four days, we will explore the most current research on mindfulness, including the neuroscience underlying mindfulness and the effects of mindfulness on work-related skills and behaviors. Specifically, participants will learn how mindfulness can help cope with trauma, and enhance leadership and communication. Mindfulness also … develops your immune system;aids with […]
The Antiracist Courtroom
Montgomery, AL
General Jurisdiction (JS 610) – Fall
Reno, NVWhy should I take this course?Designed for the newer judge, the course introduces you to a variety of subjects and skills you will need and use in your judicial career. Both academic and experiential teaching techniques are used to provide you with the solid, basic understanding of various topics, from ruling on evidence to handling […]
Taking the Bench: An Interactive, Online Course for New Judges – Fall
OnlineWho should attend? Judges who have been recently elected or appointed. Who are the members of the faculty? Faculty are highly experienced judges and experts who bring a wealth of personal experience to their teaching. Faculty includes Judge Augustus Chen, Judge Kristi Harrington (Ret.), Professor Benjamin Holden, Judge David Kimberley (Ret.), and Judge Thomas Zonay. […]
Civil Mediation
Reno, NVWhy should I take this course? The techniques developed in this course will positively impact the judge’s communication and dispute resolution skills on and off the bench. This is a thorough and interactive, hands-on course that combines theory with practice. Participants act as mediators in simulated sessions and receive feedback on their performance. For those […]
Advanced Skills for Appellate Judges
Boston, MAThis course will cover a variety of advanced topics of particular interest to appellate judges, including: In addition to structured, interactive presentations from faculty, participants will have several opportunities for peer-to-peer learning. This course's faculty is comprised of experienced judges who have served in an appellate capacity and instructors who are experts in the field […]
Advanced Evidence (JS 617) – Online
OnlinePREREQUISITE: A law degree or completion of one of the following courses is required to attend: Fundamentals of Evidence (or its equivalent), Special Court Jurisdiction, or Special Court Jurisdiction: Advanced. Why should I take this course?Consistently rated as one of the top courses at NJC, Advanced Evidence is a must for judges who want to […]