"This was an exceptional program that every lawyer - regardless of whether they aspire to ultimately become a judge or not - should take for their own personal growth and development. The best CLE program I have taken." - 2024 Participant"I really cannot say enough about the Judicial Academy. Being amongst peers and faculty dedicated […]
Why should I take this course? This program is designed for full-time, sitting judges who preside over jury trials. You will be provided with the tools to take a proactive role in handling jury trials, including jury orientation and management, voir dire, witness questioning, jury instructions, taking of the jury verdict, and more. Who should […]
Over 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 … In addition to the didactic […]
Why 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 […]
NJC will work with registered judges on the availability of NJC funding for travel and lodging expenses. If you are interested in available travel funding, please contact the NJC Director of Justice Solutions & Innovation, Alf W. Brandt, at alfb@judges.org. This course is currently full and the waitlist is closed.