Lady Justice: Women of the Court

著者: Arkansas Supreme Court
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  • A podcast featuring two sitting women state Supreme Court justices discussing their experiences on their state‘s highest court. Featuring Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia.
    Copyright 2020. All rights reserved.
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A podcast featuring two sitting women state Supreme Court justices discussing their experiences on their state‘s highest court. Featuring Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia.
Copyright 2020. All rights reserved.
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  • Season 5, Episode 4: Civics Education and Justice Sandra Day O’Connor’s Legacy - A Tribute with Doris Huffman
    2024/12/02

    In this poignant episode of Lady Justice: Women of the Court, hosts Justice Rhonda Wood and Justice Beth Walker are joined by Doris Huffman, Executive Director of the Nebraska State Bar Foundation. This episode marks the one-year anniversary of the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first female U.S. Supreme Court Justice, renowned for her unwavering commitment to civics education.

    The National Center for State Courts celebrates her legacy through the Sandra Day O’Connor Award for the Advancement of Civics Education, which the Nebraska State Bar Foundation received this year.

    Topics Discussed:

    • The crucial role of civics education and the importance of familiarizing the public with courtrooms and judicial processes.
    • The Foundation’s impactful programs: the Mock Trial Program, Student Reporter Program, and Bench Media Committee.
    • Insights into the judicial learning centers of each host’s respective state court.

    Tune in to discover how the Nebraska State Bar Foundation is advancing civics education and honoring Justice Sandra Day O’Connor’s remarkable legacy of promoting public understanding of the judiciary.

    Resources: - https://www.nebarfnd.org/ - https://www.courtswv.gov/public-resources/learning-center - https://arcourts.gov/administration/education/about

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    45 分
  • Season 5, Episode 3: Reforming Legal Education, Insights from Leaders of CLEAR
    2024/11/14

    In this episode of Lady Justice: Women of the Courts, hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia are joined by Chief Justice Gordon J. MacDonald of New Hampshire and Justice C. Shannon Bacon of New Mexico to discuss the pivotal work of the Committee on Legal Education and Admissions Reform (CLEAR). As Chair and Vice Chair of CLEAR, the justices share their efforts to drive transformative changes in legal education and attorney licensure.

    Key Topics Include:

    • CLEAR's Mission: Insights into CLEAR’s initiatives, including community listening sessions and the release of their final report in July 2025, which will shape the future of legal education.
    • Reforming Legal Education: Addressing the need for modernization to better serve underserved communities, including rural areas facing a shortage of legal representation.
    • Alternative Pathways to Licensure: Exploring innovative options for individuals to enter the legal profession without the traditional bar exam, providing flexibility for those seeking legal careers.
    • Supporting Rural Legal Practice: Creative strategies to attract and retain lawyers in rural areas through fellowships and support programs, tackling the growing issue of legal deserts.
    • NextGen Bar Exam: Shifting from rote memorization to practical, skills-based testing that prepares law graduates for real-world practice.

    This episode offers an in-depth look at how state supreme courts are leading efforts to ensure that legal education evolves to meet modern demands while upholding ethical and accessible legal practices. Don’t miss this conversation on the future of legal education and the essential reforms needed to protect public and professional interests. Resources:  - https://www.ncsc.org/consulting-and-research/areas-of-expertise/access-to-justice/clear - https://ncsc2.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yYzzMYcwBrdQwK?_gl=1*kjpz87*_ga*MTg2MDY2Nzc3Ni4xNzIxNjU3OTc2*_ga_HB58441DGF*MTcyNDc3OTYyMy42Mi4xLjE3MjQ3ODA4NzcuMC4wLjA. (CLEAR Feedback Form) - https://nextgenbarexam.ncbex.org/

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    50 分
  • Season 5, Episode 2: Judicial Ethics with David J. Sachar
    2024/10/21

    In this episode of Lady Justice: Women of the Court, Justices Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Beth Walker of West Virginia are joined by David J. Sachar, Director of the Center for Judicial Ethics at the National Center for State Courts.

    David shares his expertise in working with state and international judiciaries to develop policies and training programs that uphold public trust, safeguard judicial independence, and reinforce the rule of law.

    Topics Discussed:

    • The importance of judicial ethics and the role of statewide judicial ethics commissions
    • The work and mission of the Center for Judicial Ethics
    • Differences in judicial ethics processes between state and federal courts
    • The intersection of judicial ethics with AI and emerging technologies
    • Ethical guidelines and considerations for judges using social media
    • How judges can be disciplined and the potential consequences or sanctions

    This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in judicial ethics and maintaining public confidence in our courts. Tune in to hear insights from one of the leading experts on judicial integrity.

    Resources: -https://www.ncsc.org/consulting-and-research/areas-of-expertise/court-leadership/center-for-judicial-ethics -https://www.ncsc.org/consulting-and-research/areas-of-expertise/communications,-civics-and-disinformation/social-media-and-courts/judges - https://www.ncsc.org/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/101125/ncsc-ai-rrt-judicial-legal-ethics-may-2024.pdf

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    49 分

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