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Keeping Judges Involved. Presented By: Judge Linda Ludgate Justice William Strong AIC May 17, 2003. Keeping Judges Involved. INNS NEED JUDGES Inns are more than Lawyers’ Clubs Judicial involvement is critical The ‘Bench Side’ perspective. Keeping Judges Involved. JUDGES NEED INNS
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Keeping Judges Involved Presented By: Judge Linda Ludgate Justice William Strong AIC May 17, 2003
Keeping Judges Involved • INNS NEED JUDGES • Inns are more than Lawyers’ Clubs • Judicial involvement is critical • The ‘Bench Side’ perspective
Keeping Judges Involved • JUDGES NEED INNS • Inns improve courtroom decorum • Nationally recognized benefit of Inns • Shows their commitment to high professional standards
Keeping Judges Involved • WHAT JUDGES OFFER INNS • Their experience, wisdom and perspective • Their ability to influence and inspire • Leadership and stability
Keeping Judges Involved • WHAT INNS OFFER JUDGES • Friendly association outside the courthouse • Opportunity to make a positive, local change • Train, inspire and motivate young lawyers
Keeping Judges Involved • INVOLVING JUDGES – I • Keep judges active and involved • Use judges wisely • Focus their involvement
Keeping Judges Involved • INVOLVING JUDGES – II • Mentoring and Pupillage Teams • Inn spokesperson • Panelist, commentator and leadership advisor
Keeping Judges Involved • HOW TO RETAIN JUDGES • Show your appreciation • Be considerate of their schedules • Emeritus status
Keeping Judges Involved • COMPING JUDGES • Ethical gray area • Inns need judges as shareholders • Bottom line: Don’t comp judges