Case in Point 2014-2015

CASE POINT 2014-2015

The historic Quad on the University of Nevada, Reno campus

President’s Column Dear Friends,

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ast fall, I was proud to have been selected as The National Judicial College’s 8th president by the

Board of Trustees at the College’s 50th Anniversary Symposium held in Reno. I officially took the helm on January 1 and am honored to be leading this tremendous organization and to be a part of

The NJC Experience on the other side.

Having taken courses at the NJC as a judge from Michigan, I was always impressed with the many components that make up The NJC Experience, ranging from an unbiased curriculum taught by expert faculty who use interactive adult learning methods, to the NJC’s state-of-the-art facility located on the beautiful University of Nevada, Reno campus. Participants are also vital contributors to The NJC Experience. With judges attending from locations around the country and some from around the world, the collegial dialogue and vast experiences shared are the hallmarks of The NJC Experience. And, I have a greater appreciation for an excellent and friendly staff that keeps our courses running smoothly year in and year out.

Fifty years of The NJC Experience were commemorated last year, along with another milestone — record enrollment. In 2013, we educated 4,700 participants on-site with an additional 4,500 attending online webcasts and courses. We are honored by the faculty, participants, generous donors, partners, and alumni who have all contributed to our success.

Moving forward, we are looking to expand upon our successes. A number of new initiatives and courses are in the works. In 2015, we have revised and expanded our course offerings. A few notable examples include Effective Caseflow Management, Judicial Leadership, and Drugs in America Today: What Every Judge Needs to Know. We also have courses under development, including a web-based course on handling high-impact media cases and an enhanced version of Taking the Bench, an important program that provides tools and knowledge for judges who were recently elected or appointed but have not yet taken the bench.

While the economy continues to improve, budget cuts from the worst recession in 80 years still impact court systems across the country. Since the majority of a court budget comprises salaries, it is no surprise that the line item for judicial education has been the first to be cut and the last to be restored. The College remains steadfast in its commitment to educating our nation’s judiciary. That being said, I began an Ambassador Scholarship program this year. It allows up to two judges new to the College, identified by each state’s chief justice, to receive a generous scholarship to attend a course. Thanks to the generosity of the College’s donors, we will continue this program as long as funding is available.

As we look back upon our successes and toward the future, we have much to be grateful for, including the many partners, donors, Board of Trustees, Board of Visitors and Faculty Council members, faculty, staff, and thousands of participants who have contributed and benefitted from The NJC Experience. Our continued success would not be possible without your contributions. Thank you.

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50th Anniversary Symposia: A Review The NJC presents new products covering the

importance of civility, jury trials, and judicial education arising

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from our 2013 symposia in Philadelphia, Chicago, and Reno.

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The NJC Experience The NJC Experience comprises many things,

from our home on the historic campus of the University of Nevada, Reno to our experienced faculty and the many

Check Your Rearview Mirror: Safe Commuting Judges and their families are perhaps at their

programs and certificates we offer. Some of our expert faculty

highest level of vulnerability while driving on the highway,

discuss what The NJC Experience means to them.

particularly in unfamiliar surroundings.

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From The Editorial Team

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Meet the President

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51 State-Specific CDL Webcasts

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Does Judicial Education Matter?

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Confessions of a Master of Judicial Studies Graduate

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Where Should You Take Your Next Trip?

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NJC Enrollment Reaches Record Highs

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Addressing the Link Between Substance Abuse and Crime

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Connect. Learn. Share. Interact.

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A Model Courtroom Once More

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Register Online for Our 2015 Courses

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NTJC News

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NJC News

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Donor News

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Climbing to New Heights Despite suffering a severe foot injury just weeks

prior, Judge Thomas E. Cheffins recently climbed to the top of Kilimanjaro, the tallest peak on the African continent.

Ben Jones

From The Editorial Team The story behind The National Judicial College’s location on the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) campus involves a happenstance meeting between a U.S. Supreme Court justice and a Reno judge that led to groundbreaking support from a Nevada foundation. The NJC’s history and future were cemented when the Max C. Fleischmann Foundation provided funding for the NJC’s building on UNR’s campus. The cover photo on this edition of Case In Point shows the University’s beautiful Quad. Modeled after Thomas Jefferson’s design for the University of Virginia, the design has been replicated for similar centralized green areas at universities across the United States.

2014-2015 Case in Point is published once a year by The National Judicial College. Articles and information that appear in Case in Point do not necessarily reflect the official position of The National Judicial College.

Published articles do not constitute an endorsement

Being housed on the UNR campus provides an enriching academic setting for The NJC Experience. Participants who attend courses at the NJC are able to partake in campus life, attend campus events, walk next door to the Knowledge Center (the university’s new “library”

to address comments and suggestions to the editor; however, we cannot guarantee the publication or return of unsolicited manuscripts. Case in Point articles and content are copyright protected. The National Judicial College encourages republication and dissemination of articles it publishes with permission. To secure permission to reprint Case in Point articles, please

that combines traditional

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resources with digital and

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multimedia technologies), and the Joe Crowley Student Union. In addition, participants benefit from our

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the College’s generous

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donors and collaboration

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

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of views which may be expressed. Readers are invited

Peter J. Neeson, Esq., Chair, Philadelphia, PA Matt Sweeney, Esq., Chair-Elect, Nashville, TN

campus. A complete overview

Kim Dean Hogrefe, Esq., Secretary, Warren, NJ

of The NJC Experience starts

William T. Robinson, III, Esq., Treasurer, Florence, KY

on page 26.

Mark G. Tratos, Esq., Immediate Past Chair, Las Vegas, NV Peter Bennett, Esq., Portland, ME Alan R. Brayton, Esq., Novato, CA

A few issues that repeatedly come up for judges include security and wellness. This edition touches on both with a story about the importance of being safe when driving, found on page 8. Along with security, being active in a sedentary profession is important to one’s health. We have highlighted Judge Thomas Cheffins’ activities in previous editions of Case In Point, and we are quite proud of his latest accomplishment, scaling Mt. Kilimanjaro, which is outlined on page 14. Most of us could not or may not want to attempt Judge Cheffins’ climbing feats, but his drive to stay active certainly serves as an inspiration.

Elizabeth J. Cabraser, Esq., San Francisco, CA Hon. Toni E. Clarke, Upper Marlboro, MD Hon. Larry Craddock, Austin, TX Hon. J. Michael Eakin, Harrisburg, PA Ann Thornton Field, Esq., Philadelphia, PA Hon. J. Matthew Martin (Ret.), Asheville, NC Tony F. Sanchez, III, Las Vegas, NV Walter L. Sutton, Jr., Dallas, TX Hon. John M. Vittone (Ret.), Silver Spring, MD Hon. Christopher T. Whitten, Phoenix, AZ Sandra S. Yamate, Esq., Chicago, IL FACULTY COUNCIL

The College strives to provide the most rewarding experience to our participants through our intellectually challenging courses and programs, interactive learning, and collegial dialogue. Without the College’s many supporters and donors — including our Board of Trustees, Board of Visitors, Faculty Council, faculty members, alumni and friends — The NJC Experience would not be

Hon. Andre M. Davis, Chair, Baltimore, MD BOARD OF VISITORS Robert L. Parks , Esq., Chair, Miami, FL James R. Bartimus, Esq., Vice-Chair, Leawood, KS PHOTOGRAPHY Jeff Ross Photography

possible. Thank you for your ongoing support, which is vital for improving the

Cover photo provided by the University of Nevada, Reno

administration of justice and upholding democracy and the rule of law.

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Action, ADA organization, and admits participants of any age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin.

Meet the President President Schmucker also has a short

When it comes to the NJC, President

commute to the College. He walks

Schmucker has enjoyed meeting

or rides his bike to the NJC, which is

judges from across the country.

less than two miles from his house.

“There’s such a variety of judges

“The College is a great place to work,

with different types of dockets and

ince January 1, the College

and I like being on the University of

courts,” he said. “There’s still some

has been under new

Nevada, Reno campus,” said President

things that are the same, of course.

leadership. The Honorable

Schmucker. “I haven’t really taken

Almost every court grapples with

Chad Schmucker, along with

advantage of everything yet, though

the rise of self-represented litigants,

his wife, Joyce, made the move from

I have gone to a basketball game.

for example, despite the other

a smaller community in Michigan to

You just feel younger and peppier

differences they might have. It’s these

the home of the NJC, Reno, Nevada.

being here on a college campus with

great differences and similarities that

“It has been an adjustment for both

skateboarders passing you and kids

make this such a great place to come

of us,” said President Schmucker.

selling cupcakes for various groups.

and learn from fellow judges and

“We lived in the same community

There is always something going on.”

excellent faculty members.”

Stacey Sunday Communications Specialist

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our whole lives. It’s almost true that we lived in the same zip code our

After President Schmucker makes his

whole lives. My wife and I went to

short commute to the NJC, passing

the same grade school.” Thirty-three

many college students and hopefully

years of marriage now finds them

only purchasing a few cupcakes to

experiencing all Reno has to offer.

go with his morning coffee, he is surrounded by students of a different

“Reno has a great number of things

kind. “Most of our judges are here

going on — the dining, the activities.

because they really want to be. Some

I’ve been spoiled because I escaped

states might send their judges, but

the worst winter of my lifetime in

most elect to be here and so there

the Midwest and arrived here to

is a high level of engagement and

what people have told me was a

enthusiasm to be the best judge they

relatively mild Reno winter.” President

can be. It’s really quite refreshing,”

Schmucker was not only welcomed

he said. “I continue to be impressed

by warmer weather, but warm and

with the quality of our faculty. I know

friendly people. “This is an interesting

that we work hard at that — not only

community. It seems that a lot of

to select people with good skills,

people here are not from Reno, so

but also to help them develop those

they are always friendly and looking

skills so that they can be excellent

to meet new people.” Unfortunately,

faculty members.” He has had the

President Schmucker hasn’t had the

opportunity to sit in on several classes

chance to meet as many people as

and observe. “I thought maybe I just

he would like because he’s had a very

had great faculty when I first attended

demanding travel schedule. This has,

the College as a judge,” said President

however, allowed him to discover one

Schmucker. “But I am impressed with

of the great things about Reno — the

all of our faculty.” His busy travel

airport. “I love the Reno airport. I can

schedule has kept him from sitting

leave my house an hour before my

in on as many classes as he would

flight takes off — not an hour before

like. “One thing I want to change next

boarding starts — an hour before it

year is I want to sit in on more of the

takes off. I can get through parking,

classes. It’s always my plan about two

baggage check and security in less

months out [from a class], but when

than half an hour. It’s astounding.”

it’s two days out, I realize that it’s not going to happen.”

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50th Anniversary Symposia: A Review Civility in the American Justice System: Promoting Public Trust and Confidence

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n 2013, The National Judicial College set out to explore and promote civility in the American justice system and the role it plays in promoting public trust and confidence in the courts. On April 7-8, 2013, the NJC facilitated a symposium entitled Civility in the American Justice System: Promoting Public Trust and Confidence at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The symposium drew from efforts made by other organizations toward Resource improving civility in A comprehensive review the justice system and of the four principles, how generated four principles each principle may be of civility that judges practiced by judges and by may incorporate into other court professionals, and a benchcard with their daily work. quick tips for judges The National related to implementing Judicial College brought the four principles in their daily lives are available at together a group of judges.org/civility judges, attorneys, system advocates, and scholars to refine the notion of civility and to define concrete ways in which judges might incorporate civility in their daily work. Based on the wise counsel and invaluable input of symposium participants, the NJC developed the following four Principles of Civility.

Each principle was further described as to how it might relate to judges, among other justice system participants:

1. Prioritize courtesy and treat others with respect at all times.

2. Remember that time is precious — for everyone.

3. Preserve and improve the law, the legal system, and associated dispute resolution processes.

4. Effectively and clearly communicate your role and any expectations you may have.

The NJC is honored to be part of the conversation and is pleased to be able to provide some concrete ideas for how judges might incorporate civility in their work. Products from the symposium may be found at judges.org/civility.

The Jury Trial in the 21st Century

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n June 2013, The National Judicial College conducted a symposium on The Jury Trial in the 21st Century as part of its 50th Anniversary celebration. Since then, the NJC has been actively engaged in furthering the recommendations of the national experts who gathered in Chicago at the American Bar Association. Many allied organizations are also addressing the issue on a national level. The unique role the NJC plays is equipping judges with the knowledge and skills they need to manage jury trials, as well as helping judges fulfill the leadership position they occupy in their courts and communities within the ethical constraints of their states.

Judges are perceived as leaders in their communities, providing them with opportunities to speak to local service organizations or community groups on justice-related 2014-2015 Case in Point ¡ The Magazine of The National Judicial College ¡ 6

topics. For this reason, one of the products arising out of the symposium is a tool kit for making presentations on the topic of the importance of the jury trial. The tool kit contains a PowerPoint presentation judges may wish to use when delivering a short presentation. The file can be edited so judges can personalize the slides, or for length. The tool kit also contains a handout (one page, double-sided) as a PDF file so judges can print as many copies as Resource they wish to distribute to the audience members.

Do you have an opportunity These resources are to speak to a local comavailable through the munity group about the Importance of the Jury NJC’s website, and Trial? If so, we have created can also be accessed a PowerPoint presentaby attorneys, court tion and a handout for you administrators, or any to use! See the tool kit at judges.org/jury other member of the court system who would find them valuable in speaking to members of the public on this important topic.

Symposium participants also reached unanimous agreement on the need for ongoing education for judges about their important role in addressing potential jurors, conducting voir dire, managing jury trials effectively, and keeping current on innovative practices taking place around the country (such as the implementation of various models of the Short, Summary & Expedited jury trial1, and technological advances to improve jury service). In the past year, the NJC has included modules on jury management in several of its core courses, such as General Jurisdiction, Conducting the Trial, and Enhancing Judicial Bench Skills.

If you would like to participate in the NJC’s upcoming educational webcasts about the jury trial, please contact Joy Lyngar at lyngar@judges.org, or check judges.org/webcasts for the dates and times.

The last product the NJC will create from the great ideas generated at the symposium is a Resource Guide for Judges Managing Jury Trials. This practical and userfriendly guide is based on the symposium participants unanimous agreement and belief that: a) jurors are the heart or cornerstone of the jury trial; b) each section of the guide should consider or address the impact of that section upon the role and responsibility of jurors; c) while conducting a trial should be a collaborative effort of judge and counsel, the judge has the responsibility to manage the trial proceedings; and d) even though a trial is adversarial in nature, it shall be conducted with civility. The guide will be released in an upcoming webcast, Managing the Jury Trial.

A key part of our mission is advancing justice, and 7 · The Magazine of The National Judicial College · Case in Point 2014-2015

justice is indeed advanced when citizens of the United States are able to exercise their constitutional right to a jury trial. The NJC will continue to provide education to judges and innovative resources to strengthen this important component of our justice system.

Short, Summary & Expedited: The Evolution of Civil Jury Trials, National Center for State Courts 1

Transforming 21st Century Judicial Education

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ost U.S. trial court judges enter the judicial profession with no specialized education or training about the judicial role. Yet, we ask these professionals to make life-changing decisions on their first day on the job. The National Judicial College gathered the foremost judicial education experts to discuss this paradox, among many

National Constitution Center

The Preamble Wall at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, site of the NJC’s Civility in the American Justice System: Promoting Public Trust and Confidence symposium.

others, and offer solutions during a 2 1/2-day Transforming 21st Century Judicial Education symposium held at the NJC in Reno, Nevada as part of our 50th Anniversary.

Another paradox? Core competencies have been established for court administrators and judicial educators, but no U.S. entity has ever drafted core competencies for judges. Accordingly, most U.S. judicial education efforts aren’t based upon any type of guiding curricula. Rather, continued on page 9

Judicial Security

Check Your Rearview Mirror: Safe Commuting Inspector Robyn Anderson Deputy Administrator, National Center for Judicial Security, U.S. Marshals Service

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udges and their families are perhaps at their highest level of vulnerability while driving on the highway, particularly in unfamiliar surroundings. Typically, their attention is focused on the roadway to the exclusion of events occurring around them, such as a car following closely behind. A critical element of a judge’s personal safety plan should include a safe commuting strategy.

It is unrealistic to expect judges and their families to routinely operate vehicles in a state of heightened alert. On the other hand, when a judge is conducting a high-threat trial or is the subject of a threatening communication, greater vigilance is warranted. But even when commuting daily back and forth to the courthouse or running errands with the family, some basic safety precautions are advisable.

For most individuals, driving an automobile requires compartmentalized concentration on the roadway.

Unless a judge’s typical route is obstructed by an accident or construction, he or she gives little thought to the commuting route. As with so many life activities, using the same route keeps an individual within a certain comfort zone. Judges should be mindful that routine activities lend themselves to predictability by others and, consequently, to vulnerability. Developing a security-conscious mindset and taking some proactive steps will help minimize complacency and lower the risk of dangerous encounters.

While the types of precautionary measures you exercise

will logically be governed by your threat level on a given day, many incidents are unpredictable. Therefore, certain basic precautionary steps exercised on a daily basis are critical. First, do not make yourself a conspicuous target.

Avoid the use of vanity license plates and distinctive window or bumper stickers.

Second, always drive with your doors locked and windows closed. Be especially careful when driving in unfamiliar or potentially unsafe areas.

Third, to enable communication with law enforcement authorities, always carry a cell phone with a battery that is adequately charged. If you observe an unknown vehicle following you for an extended distance, do not drive home; instead, remain on an open roadway as exposed to the general public as possible. Proceed to the closest police or fire station. If none can be located, or the vehicle following you becomes aggressive, immediately call 911 and seek police assistance.

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routinely vary their individuals. If someone commuting routes, it is approaches you and Commuting Tips imperative to do so when demands your vehicle, do » » Never be predictable — alter your driving routes a judge or family member not risk your life to protect »» Avoid vanity plates encounters a high-risk your car. situation. To counteract Finally, before arriving at »» Avoid parking in designated parking spots predictable driving patterns, your residence, particularly »» Ensure your vehicle is in good driving condition plan your routes in advance after dark, be keen to your »» Lock windows and doors of pulling onto roads or surroundings. Watch for »» Identify emergency locations for help, such as fire or police departments highways. vehicles or service trucks Fifth, when using a that are out of place or have »» Do not get bumper-to-bumper — leave room to maneuver multi-lane road, try to stay in been parked for an extended »» Have a charged cell phone on your person the middle lane to facilitate period of time. Be alert to » » Know what belongs and does not in your flexible movement. If traffic individuals on foot that you neighborhood is stopped, be sure to leave do not recognize or a vehicle enough room between you that has been following you and the car ahead to allow for several blocks. If you you to turn out of traffic if necessary. Ordinarily, if you can observe unusual or unsettling activity, take a moment to see the tires on the car in front of you, you will have ample drive around the block to see if the activity continues. If it room for maneuverability. does, contact law enforcement.

Sixth, when approaching your car in a public parking Remember — security starts with you. area, always scan the immediate vicinity for suspicious

50th Anniversary Symposia: A Review continued from page 7

most state judicial education offices utilize committees of judges, who are not professional educators, to select the topics for their annual conferences.

Hon. Andre Davis, a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals Fourth Circuit, said, “Our current judicial education model needs to step into the 21st century. No good reason exists for the sporadic nature of judicial education.”

Dr. Diane Cowdrey, an experienced judicial branch educator from California, said, “Many educational programs around the country would benefit from a curriculum-based approach to education. How do we know that the judge presiding over a case has the educational background and experience to hear the case? When most states provide one-hour sessions on a variety of subject matters, most judges lack the in-depth knowledge that our increasingly complex society demands.”

During the symposium, participants examined the marketing of judicial education, funding issues, available educational resources, needed research and development, faculty identification and support, what we can learn from other countries and professions, mentoring and coaching, 9 · The Magazine of The National Judicial College · Case in Point 2014-2015

and the methods of judicial education. “Most judicial education in the country relies on the venerable lecture. The vast majority of presenters don’t have any background or knowledge about adult education philosophy and practice which dramatically and negatively impacts knowledge and skills retention,” said Maureen Conner, a professor at Michigan State University and director of the Judicial Education Reference, Information and Technical Transfer (JERITT) Project.

To assist judicial education efforts, participants identified the educational needs of all levels of judges — from the judge who has recently been elected or appointed to the experienced jurist. Likewise, the participants pinpointed what would help the judicial field to progress.

Judge Madeleine Landrieu of the Louisiana Circuit Courts of Appeal said, “The judicial field is at a crossroads. In its infancy, judges participated in courses that continuing legal education providers designed for lawyers. No courses existed to teach judges about the intricacies of decisionmaking, judicial writing, effective communication skills, and the myriad of skills that judges must exercise each day on the bench, in their chambers, and in the community.

Today, while these important courses exist, no systematic method exists for ensuring that all judges have access to the individualized learning that they need.”

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State-Specific CDL Webcasts

Through a generous grant from

Unfortunately, many judges lack

able to apply the information to a

the Federal Motor Carrier Safety

familiarity with their CDL statutes.

case in my court the very next day -

Administration (FMCSA), NJC staff

Often there is insufficient or no

much to the chagrin of the attorneys.

and judicial fellow, Hon. Bob McBeth

guidance within their state to answer

I denied a motion to amend speeding

(WA), embarked to present 51

their CDL questions. This lack of a

16 over to an inattentive driving.”

state-specific CDL webcasts in 2014,

state-specific resource leads them to

Next up was the state of Oregon

providing in-depth education on

fail to consider the proper and most

on February 18, 2014 with 20

the FMCSA regulations as reflected

effective application of these statutes

participants attending, followed by:

in each state’s CDL laws. The 51

when adjudicating criminal or traffic

Wyoming April 8, 2014 (14 attended);

webcasts sought to educate limited

cases involving a CDL holder. Thus,

Colorado April 15, 2014 (10); New

jurisdiction judges, administrative

the goals of the state-specific CDL

Mexico April 22, 2014 (21); Arizona

law judges, and motor vehicle

webcasts are to ensure participants

April 29, 2014 (26); Nevada May 6,

licensing department administrators

will be able to: determine whether

2014 (12); California May 8, 2014

in all 50 states and the District of

the offense being addressed involves

(20); Hawaii May 27, 2014 (2); Alaska

Columbia who are likely to hear CDL/

a CDL holder; describe a judge’s

May 29, 2014 (2); North Dakota June

Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV)

responsibility for ensuring that

3, 2014 (10); Idaho June 4, 2014

cases. Because limited jurisdiction

conviction data is forwarded to their

(5); South Dakota June 10, 2014

judges and administrative law

state’s Department of Licensing in

(1); Nebraska June 17, 2014 (2); and

judges do not adjudicate on specific

accordance with the federal 10-day

Kansas June 24, 2014 (7).

FMCSA regulations but on the state’s

rule; define “masking” under federal

CDL law equivalents, those state

CDL regulations; and identify what

Please join us for your state’s live

statutes either: 1) mirror the federal

constitutes a conviction for CDL

state-specific CDL webcast. To

regulations by providing for adoption

purposes under their state law.

register, please visit our website

by statute, or, 2) were rewritten by

www.cdlresources.org and click the

the state’s legislature reflecting the

The first of 51 webcasts kicked

‘Webcasts’ tab located in the left

federal regulations but adding state-

off February 4, 2014 in presenter

column. If NJC has already presented

specific clauses. To properly enforce

Judge McBeth’s home state of

your state’s webcast, a recording

the FMCSA safety program, judges

Washington with 40 participants

is available and can be accessed by

must know their specific state’s CDL

attending. Following the Washington

following the webcast registration

statutes while adhering to those

CDL webcast, Judge Mark Young, a

instructions.

statutes within the procedural format

hearing officer for the Washington

of their individual jurisdictions.

Department of Licensing, said: “I was

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Does Judicial Education Matter?

Measuring the Impact of NJC Courses If you have attended a course offered by the NJC, you already know that the College is insistent about having you complete the course evaluation.

The College asks for feedback on each instructor and presentation.

The College even asks for input on the food, beverages, and your overall experience. This information is used to make adjustments and improvements every time the College offers a course.

NJC courses typically score extremely well. These results indicate that the College met its learning objectives, the instructors were knowledgeable, and that the methods of presentation were engaging. However, the results of the evaluation process do not tell the NJC if judges are using the new skills or knowledge once they return

The NJC wants participants to feel

of the overall benefit of the course,

free to share critical

Some questionnaire items are

feedback so the

writing and order writing skills have

College can increase

Some questionnaire items are more

home.

the usefulness

Beginning in 2013, the NJC took its

of courses.

evaluation process to a whole new

the course taken and the perception

level. The NJC began to conduct an

both professionally and personally. very specific, such as, “My opinion improved since taking the course.” general and will be an attempt to gain longitudinal data, such as, “The course has increased my overall satisfaction with my own performance as a judge.”

All responses are anonymous. The NJC wants participants to feel free

impact evaluation (also known as

to eight months after the selected

to share critical feedback so the

outcome evaluation): a measure of

course ended, CRDA sent an e-mail to

College can increase the usefulness

the actual return on investment. The

every participant who completed the

of courses.

NJC hired Dr. Veronica (Roni) Dahir at

course, with a cover letter explaining

the Center for Research Design and

the purpose, and provided a unique

If you have any questions or

Analysis (CRDA) at the University of

link to a web-based survey. If the

comments about the NJC’s evaluation

Nevada, Reno to assist the College

survey was not completed after a

processes, please contact Chief

with development of the instrument,

number of reminders, CRDA staff

Academic Officer Joy Lyngar at

and then to conduct the evaluations.

conducted follow-up telephone calls.

lyngar@judges.org or (775) 327-8263.

To maximize the value and credibility

The NJC selected six courses in 2014

of the results, it was important

for impact evaluation.

If you receive a request to provide

that the survey be conducted by an The survey seeks feedback about

information for an impact evaluation,

the types of cases heard, and the

please respond. This information

The NJC selected two core courses

number of years on the bench.

helps us to justify our courses to

to pilot test the process and the

Questionnaire items are posed about

funding agencies, and helps us raise

survey instrument. Approximately six

the specific learning objectives of

scholarship funds.

independent entity, and not NJC staff.

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C I V I L | F A M I L Y | P R O B A T E | C R I M I N A L | B A N K R U P T C Y | W O R K E R S ’2014-2015 C O M PCase E N SinAPoint T I O· The N Magazine of The National Judicial College · 12

“Why Did You Do That?”

Confessions of a Master of Judicial Studies Graduate Hon. Melissa Lin Jones

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n June 2007, I took my first course

in-depth look at specific topics — the

and the administration of justice.

at The National Judicial College.

impact of economic considerations

Commentary that can really make a

At that time, the Judicial Studies

on judicial decisions, the application

difference.

Program didn’t quite resonate

of social framework to jurisprudential

with me, but I understood that my

challenges, the interaction between

You may be thinking to yourself,

course qualified for credit if I took

medical issues and legal issues.

“Sure, but this isn’t the right time.”

the optional exam, so I thought of it

Suddenly, the work I did every day

There is never a perfect time for

as an educational loyalty program: if I

didn’t look so familiar. My mind was

anything, but there is now.

took the exam and didn’t enroll in the

opened to different perspectives that

program, it wouldn’t hurt anything.

influenced my perception of legal

Or maybe you’re thinking, “I can’t

On the other hand, if I later decided to

concepts I didn’t even realize I had

afford it.” There may be funding

enroll in the program but hadn’t taken

taken for granted, and these new

available, but even if there isn’t, you

the exam, I would need to take the

ideas changed how I did my job.

found a way to pay for law school, and

exam long after the course was over if

this is another worthwhile investment

I still wanted the credit. So I thought,

The more I applied the concepts from

“What the heck? Why not take the

my classes to my work, the more my

exam, just in case?”

professors guided me until I had the

What about this one? “I don’t need

topic for my thesis. It really was that

another degree.” A degree is a piece

easy.

of paper that you may not need, but

I collected “just in case” credits, and by 2011, I had all of the NJC credits

in your education.

what you do need is the chance to

I needed. It was time to enroll in the

When I tell people I just earned my

scrutinize theories in a way that helps

program and take classes from the

master’s degree, inevitably, the first

you reexamine the important issues

University of Nevada, Reno (UNR).

thing they ask is, “Why did you do

you confront in your cases.

that?” The answer is simple. As a UNR courses and NJC courses were

sitting judge, there is a limit on what

Stop finding excuses and enroll in the

a perfect complement. At the NJC, I

I can say or write in a decision. In

Judicial Studies Program. Then, when

developed practical, hands-on skills

an academic setting, I have more

someone asks you, “Why did you do

I implemented as soon as I was back

freedom to offer commentary

that?” you, too, can say, “It gave me

on the bench. At UNR, I took an

concerning the law, the legal system,

my chance to make a difference.”

Visit judges.org/jsp to learn more about earning your Master’s or Ph.D. in Judicial Studies Judge Jones is an administrative appeals judge with the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services, Compensation Review Board. Views expressed in this article represent commentary concerning the law, the legal system, and the administration of justice. These views should not be mistaken for the official views of the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services nor for Judge Jones’ opinion in the context of any specific case. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the policies of the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services, and no official endorsement by the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services is intended or should be inferred.

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g n i b s t h m i g i l e H C w e to N Christal P. Keegan, Esq.

Judge Thomas E. Cheffins, right, stands before the sign that announced his arrival at the summit of Kilimanjaro.

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Ben Jones

Program Attorney

J

udge Thomas E. Cheffins recently climbed to the top of Kilimanjaro (altitude of 5,895 m/19,308 ft), taking the most popular path, the Machame Route (a.k.a. the “Whiskey Route,” given its reputation for being a tough climb with steeper trails, longer distances and sleeping in tents). Judge Cheffins reached the summit in five days, covering approximately 62 km or 37 miles gate-to-gate.

It’s a very challenging climb, designed for the physically and mentally fit with hiking experience. Just weeks before his departure, Judge Cheffins suffered a severe foot injury.

Because the judge had prepared, planned, and adjusted his hearing schedule for months leading up to the climb, backing out was not an option. He loaded his backpack with pain pills and steroid shots and set off for Africa.

The first camp he reached was Machame Camp (altitude of 2,850 m/9,350 ft), followed by Shira Camp (3,810 m/12,500 ft), Lava Tower (4,630 m/15,190 ft), and on the fourth day, Barranco Camp (3,976 m/13,044 ft), where he climbed the Great Barranco Wall to Kosovo Camp (4,673 m/15,701 ft).

Along the way, Judge Cheffins got a nasty stomach virus.

He guzzled Imodium as he continued to climb in constant rain and snow, giving the Arizona resident a greater appreciation for the dry, sunny skies back home. On day five, the guide woke the group at 12:00 a.m. for breakfast and departed at 1:00 a.m. to push for the summit. The group reached the summit right at sunrise. “Perfectly timed,” Judge Cheffins recalled.

The group spent approximately 45 minutes at the summit, relishing the remarkable view as waves of accomplishment washed over their now chilled bodies.

Time to get moving! The group of three practically ran down — descending over 9,000 ft. in less than four hours.

One of the members of the camp needed oxygen on the descent. Judge Cheffins’ foot had swelled substantially, but he did not let that hinder his mission. Finally reaching the base, there was a large BBQ waiting with many new friends to celebrate the achievement.

As if the climb were not enough, just days upon his return to the States, he ran a half marathon. Judge Cheffins has always kept in good shape, regularly engaging in physical exercise. He admits that when he was an administrative law judge and raising his children, he did not have the time to take off and travel to another continent

to do a full climb. But realizing the importance of keeping physically fit, he would still get out and play baseball, backpack the Appalachian Trail, and ski when he had the chance. Now that his kids have flown the coop, he has more time. Judge Cheffin’s adds, “Even at the age of 59, we’re still young enough to chase our dreams.”

The benefits of keeping active go beyond his physical health. “I have a better attitude, I’m eager to get to work and get started — I don’t crawl out of bed, I run,” said Judge Cheffins. Many judges have reported that exercise reduces anxiety and provides a mental release from the demands of the job, especially during long days of hearings. Aside from the physical and mental benefits of exercise, Judge Cheffins has made friends with people he would never have gotten to know, and exercise has taken him to places he would not have travelled otherwise.

Judge Cheffins will continue to push his body and challenge the twenty and thirty year olds in this world as he proceeds toward his goal of climbing four out of the Seven Summits (the highest mountain peaks on each of the seven continents). Most recently he climbed Mount Elbrus (5,642 m/18,510 ft), the highest mountain in Europe, right before coming to teach at the Administrative Law: Fair Hearing course held at The National Judicial College in August. He made it to the top despite blizzard conditions. In winter 2015, at the age of age 61, he plans to ascend Aconcagua (6,961 m/22,838 ft) and in the summer of 2016, Mount McKinley (Denali) (6,194 m/20,322 ft).

Meet Judge Cheffins and our other superhuman faculty in person at the NJC’s two week Administrative Law: Fair Hearing course (August 17-27, 2015). The weather in Reno during the course is almost guaranteed to be nice, so bring your hiking shoes and come explore the trails in the Reno-Tahoe area after class each day. Scholarships may be available on a first-come-first-serve basis, so visit judges.org to reserve your spot today.

This story is an update to “Out & About,” which appeared on page 7 of the 2012 issue of Case in Point.

Judge Cheffins has been an administrative law judge since 1984. He is a federal administrative law judge with the Social Security Administration’s Office of Disability Adjudication and Review in Arizona and has been a member of the NJC’s Administrative Law: Fair Hearing faculty since 2001 and is a former NJC Faculty Council member.

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Where Should You Take Your Next Trip?

A Handy Decision Tree Start Here

Reno is a short drive to a number of mountains that are perfect for hiking in the summer and fall, or skiing in the winter and spring.

Do you like mountains?

YES

Are you more of an indoor person?

NO

NO

Do you like spending time on a lake?

One of the world’s best lakes, Lake Tahoe, is less than an hour from Reno.

YES

YES

Check out some of Reno’s great museums, including the National Automobile Museum, the Nevada Museum of Art, and many more.

NO

Reno has a thriving restaurant scene. Take a stroll along our River Walk and experience some great local eateries.

Is shopping on your list of things to do?

NO

YES

Looking for other outdoor activities?

YES

NO

From biking and hiking to kayaking and fishing, Reno has a lot to offer, including beautiful scenes perfect for those with a love of photography.

Are you interested in sharpening your skills on the bench and becoming a better judge?

Reno has 3 malls as well as many local boutique stores offering unique goods.

YES

Reno is home to The National Judicial College, the one place where judges from across the nation and around the world can meet to improve the delivery of justice and advance the rule of law through a disciplined process of professional study and collegial dialogue — all while experiencing the many great things Reno has to offer.

Number of NJC Course Participants from Each State 2010–14

591 464

120

275

205

359

103

152

457

152

758 468

411

1,102

911

CT 18

78 421

DE 134

351

DC 445

MD 95

127

526 374

RI 25

NJ 169

523

221

1,129

118

MA 65

510

383

344 293

501

NH 62

202 261

336

844 362

VT 223

307

126

460 167

729 827

601+ 451–600

237

301–450 151–300 1–150

Number of NJC Courses Held in Each State 2010–14

13 4

2

4

3

4

2

3

332 3

24 8

4 8 9

3

12

4

10

6

7

MA 4 RI 1

CT 0 DE 5

MD 4

DC 22

3

13

NH 2

NJ 3

2 4 5

15 19

11

8 5

19

10

5

11 3

VT 3

3

4

4

13 22

12+

3

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NJC Enrollment Figures Reach Record Highs The College has

In 2013, The National Judicial College

number of offerings for both the

saw a record number of judges —

Reno campus and other destination

4,700 — receive instruction. An

locations. New in-person courses

additional 4,500 judges and other

for 2015 address judicial leadership,

court service professionals received

faculty development, and the

programming through webcasts

impact of alcohol and drug abuse

and online courses. And based on

in communities and the challenges

enrollment to date and projections for

they pose for the courts. New online

this fall, the expectation is that 2014

courses in development include an

will be another record year.

updated Taking the Bench course

of judges taking NJC courses last

and handling a case with high media

year reported that funding remains

interest.

the biggest obstacle to continuing

NJC President Chad Schmucker lists two reasons why the increase is

increased the number of offerings in Reno and other destination locations.

education. In response, this year

occurring — and why he expects 2015

The NJC has also expanded the

the College is awarding more

enrollment to be equally strong.

number of tuition-based destination

donor-funded scholarships and

courses — programs held in other

launching new initiatives such as the

“We make every effort to listen to

states — from seven to nine. The

Ambassador Scholarship Program.

judges and the educational needs

College holds these enriching classes

This program provides financial

they have and then adjust our

in locations that offer attractions

assistance for up to two judges in all

programming accordingly,” said

for judges to enjoy in the off-hours.

50 states and U.S. territories who

Schmucker. “And thanks to generous

Venues new in 2015 are Seattle

have been recommended by their

donors, we have also increased

(Current Issues in the Law), Big Sky

chief justice or state judicial educator

scholarship support to help judges get

(Advanced Evidence), and Napa

(SJE). Judges should check with

the education they need to become

(Evidence in a Courtroom Setting).

their SJE about the availability of

better judges.”

the Ambassador Scholarships. For The College has updated its

general scholarship support, judges

Responding to judges’ feedback,

Scholarship and Financial Assistance

should contact the NJC Scholarship

the College has increased the

program. Nearly three-quarters

Office at (800) 25-JUDGE.

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Reasons to Join the ABA Judicial Division In honor of David Letterman’s retirement, we offer the top 10 reasons to join the ABA Judicial Division. However, we came up with more than 10 reasons, so pick the 10 that you like and join.

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You like that membership can pay for itself through discounts and savings from our ABA Advantage partners.

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You are a VIP and want access to Judicial Division members-only events, discounts, and freebies.

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You want to acquire new skills through learning opportunities, professional development, and free or discounted educational programs.

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You want to become part of a national network of colleagues who are an invaluable source of advice and inspiration.

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You are a social butterfly and want to network at the Division’s events and meetings.

You want to grow professionally through our cutting-edge education programs available at home, online, or abroad.

You have ideas on how to improve the judicial administration and need a national platform.

You have a book, article, or program idea and want an opportunity to be published or speak.

You want to inspire young minds and bring diversity to the bench.

You want to collaborate on projects and serve as a leader on a committee or task force.

You want a voice on key issues and proposed polices that affect the judiciary.

You want to be current with the latest trends and innovations in the justice system through our award-winning publication The Judges’ Journal and e-newsletters JD Record and Highway to Justice.

There are many reasons why judges and lawyers join the Judicial Division; however, we all share a common goal to improve the judicial system. Each new member matters and strengthens the judicial voice of the American Bar Association.

Visit www.americanbar.org/jd to join or learn more about the ABA Judicial Division.

Special rates and group programs are available for judges and government employees.

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The National Judicial College Addresses Link Between Substance Abuse and Crime There is no doubt about the causal

Center for Health and Justice at

link between substance use or abuse

TASC-Illinois. This innovative effort

and crime. However, while attempts

combines the expertise of criminal

to decrease the number of drug-

justice leaders and the science of

related offenses have often solely

addiction treatment into a curriculum

emphasized drug interdiction and

and planning process for states,

incarceration, these responses have

emphasizing systems change. In

had minimal success in decreasing

2014, the NJC offered this program

substance abuse or the violence

to teams from the states of Nevada,

associated with criminal activity by

Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Utah, and

substance abusing individuals. In jail

New Mexico.

and prison populations, for example, approximately one-half to two-

In addition to these initiatives, the

thirds of inmates meet the standard

NJC continuously offers education

diagnostic criteria (DSM-IV) for

on such topics as the science of

alcohol/drug dependence or abuse

addiction, psychopharmacology,

(substance use disorder).

co-occurring disorders, drugged driving, medication-assisted

The NJC has a number of initiatives

treatment, screening and assessment,

underway to address this issue

and the Affordable Care Act‘s

and provide resources to courts

impact on criminal justice. For more

struggling with the revolving door of

information, please contact Joy

drug-involved individuals.

Lyngar at lyngar@judges.org or 775-327-8263.

In 2013, the NJC released Principles of an Effective Criminal Justice Response to the Challenges and Needs of Drug-Involved Individuals, and an interactive web page that criminal justice system professionals can use to find an evidence-based responses to individuals based upon their level of risk and need. The document is available at judges.org/ pdf/DIO-monograph0113.pdf.

Over the past year, the NJC has worked with its project partner, the Justice Management Institute, to deliver technical assistance to three judicial circuits in Georgia as they implement the principles in an attempt to improve their criminal justice system.

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It is clear that substance abuse is a major driver of the criminal justice system.

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e a part of The NJC Experience in a new way. We

You won’t want to miss Thursdays, when we post a

NJC and your fellow judges. You can connect with

our history. We are always looking for stories to share,

have several channels to help you interact with the

what’s going on and what’s coming up at the College. From #MotivationMonday, where we start off your week with

some inspiration, to #BenchTalkTuesday, where we offer tips to help you on the bench, we have a lot going on.

photo from our past and give some information about

so please send any you have our way to Stacey Sunday at sunday@‌judges.‌org. Stay in touch with the College and your colleagues. Connect with us today.

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Inside the NJC

A Model Courtroom Once More Bob Gabrielli Grant Consultant

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ver a decade ago. That was the last time the NJC upgraded the technology in its second-floor courtroom. But during the 2013-14 winter break, thanks in part to two generous funders, the NJC’s signature space underwent a significant technology makeover and can once again live up to its name: the Model Courtroom. Beginning this year, judges taking courses at the NJC have been touring the facility and learning firsthand how enhanced audiovisual equipment and computer software technology impacts today’s courtroom. And with the inclusion of Internet accessibility, the Model Courtroom is now an active learning center capable of streaming instructional content to judges throughout Nevada, the U.S. and the world.

“The NJC is the gold standard for judicial education in this country,” said NJC President Chad C. Schmucker. “I wouldn’t be able to say that if we didn’t have a refreshed facility that demonstrates how modern technology is changing today’s courtrooms. The College owes an immense debt of gratitude to my predecessor, Bill Dressel.”

The renovation project began last year under retiring President Dressel and was completed in February. The most

visible manifestation of the upgrade is the proliferation of monitors, gooseneck microphones, and cameras strategically embedded throughout the room. All but invisible are the bundles of cables and the racks of equipment and software that allow judges and attorneys to harness digital technology to increase the speed and efficiency of court proceedings.

Attorneys in the Model Courtroom can plug in their laptops to refer to notes, retrieve documents, charts, and photographs, and forward evidentiary material digitally to the presiding judge’s monitor. Once the judge approves the content, the court clerk then disseminates the evidence to the LCD displays where court participants are sitting: the jury box (and the jury room), the presentation lecturn, the witness stand and the four 60” LCDs situated in the gallery.

In addition, video/audio feeds may also be relayed to the media room for reporters covering the trial, the attorney conference room (where the victim may choose to view the trial away from the defendant), and a remote-site interpreter who has been employed for non-English speaking witnesses. During the course of a trial, attorneys and witnesses may employ the LCD’s touch screen technology, which allows annotations to displayed evidence, much like a television sportscaster diagramming a football play during a broadcast.

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continuous feed of images allowing the proceedings to be viewed by audiences within the court and beyond. Camera switching can be done either manually or can be triggered through voice activation. Meanwhile, all of the proceedings can be captured via digital audio and video recording for later review.

“Technology for technology’s sake is not what this project was about,” said President Schmucker. “This new investment directly relates to our mission of providing critical education to improve productivity and inspire judges to achieve judicial excellence.”

As such, the new cameras, evidence presentation tools, monitors, and computer hardware and software allow the Model Courtroom to serve as a dynamic learning center.

The College may:

partner, ExhibitOne, which has a history with us. They not only reached out to their vendors to secure donated equipment, but also gave us a good deal on the installation.

The key for us was when the Pennington and the Cord Foundations stepped up with major gifts to add to what the College had raised.”

With direct access to current audio/visual technology, the College’s teaching and technology staff is better able to field questions from court personnel across the country seeking input about incorporating technology within their own courtrooms.

“Ideally, the goal of any such enhancement is that a court improves its processes, uses its resources wisely, and increases productivity,” said Anthony Scronce, NJC’s IT AV specialist. “Those objectives can only be »» record or stream achieved if the jurisdiction in instructional sessions question undertakes a careful that can be viewed in overall evaluation of court real-time by registrants operations including the use of with a computer and technology.”

Internet capability; The installation was »» produce mock trials to be completed in time for the streamed as well through courtroom to be used by Tort, online training platforms Trial and Insurance Practice such as WebEx; Section (TIPS) of the American »» develop a more robust Bar Association as well as hands-on curriculum for the NJC’s General Jurisdiction judges on the effective course, both held this spring. use of a courtroom with Other entities that will modern technology; and benefit from the upgraded »» provide an alternative Model Courtroom include site for other court previous users of the facility jurisdictions needing a such as the Nevada Supreme secure, technologically Court, the Intertribal Court enhanced courtroom for of Nevada, the National In March 2014, the Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section (TIPS) of the American Bar Association became the first to use special proceedings.

Association of Drug Court the new Model Courtroom at the National Judicial College.

Professionals, and all U.S. Funding for the technology military branches. Other upgrade came in part through generous grants from the users are private law firms; jury consultants; University of William N. Pennington Foundation and the E. L. Cord Nevada, Reno faculty; students; professional associations; Foundation in Reno. and administrative entities.

“A lot of elements had to come together to make this project work,” said Gretchen Alt Sawyer, the NJC’s director Judges interested in the technical aspects of the Model Courtroom should contact Anthony Scronce at scronce@judges.org. of development and communications. “We had a technology Erik Flippo

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Cover Story

The National Judicial College is fortunate to have its home on the historic campus of the University of Nevada, Reno. The location of the College in such a beautiful setting is an essential part of The NJC Experience.

Stacey Sunday NJC Communications Specialist

Provided by the University of Nevada, Reno

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isitors to the College can take a walk around the participants are also experts in building a community of university campus and eat at one of the various lasting friendships and camaraderie. Faculty members often restaurants, enjoy a cup of coffee and take in the say that teaching at the College is one of the most enriching architecture, old and new. At the heart of campus is the experiences they have in their career as they gain new Quad, a picturesque place for reflection lined with giant friends and learn just as much from teaching as they did elm trees that were planted in 1908 (pictured on the cover). The Quad, based on Thomas Jefferson’s design for the University of Virginia Lawn, is listed as a “Jeffersonian academic village” on the National Register of Historic Places.

Just as the Quad serves as a place for meeting and reflection, so too does the NJC for judges from across the nation and the world. The NJC Experience allows for interaction with colleagues that often results in lifelong friendships. The College is a safe and collaborative place where judges can discuss issues they are facing in their role.

The College prides itself on the diverse group of judges that it has in its classrooms at any given time. “[The College] is able to bring the diverse backgrounds from the attendees together in one unified class of very wellrounded judges from across the country,” said NJC alumnus Judge Roger Forando of the Town and Village Justice Court in Granville, New York. “The professors and staff are The National Judicial College (above) benefits both from its location in Reno (top left) — adjacent to both alpine mountains and the high desert, a setting that offers myriad experienced and exceptionally knowledgeable outdoor and indoor recreation activities — and on the University of Nevada, Reno campus — just steps from the Knowledge Center and Student Union (bottom left). in their fields.”

In fact, our expert faculty is at the core when they were a student at the NJC. “Teaching at the NJC of the unifying The NJC Experience. To ensure that the has been a blessing in my life,” said the Honorable Don NJC’s participants receive a world-class education, the Ash, senior judge for the state of Tennessee. “First of all, it College educates faculty members about adult education makes me so proud to be part of a community who wants to principles and practices. After participating in our faculty improve the quality of justice across our country. I have had development workshops, the NJC’s faculty is then able the opportunity to work with judges from almost every state to create interactive courses that often feature a “learn and various countries. The quality of these men and women by doing” model. The outstanding judges and industry make me feel good about being a judge. The faculty I have professionals who share their passion and ideas with 27 · The Magazine of The National Judicial College · Case in Point 2014-2015

“The faculty I have worked with have made me strive to be a better teacher and honestly have helped me become a better judge.”

— Hon. Don Ash worked with have made me strive to be a better teacher and and I enjoy interaction with judges from around the country honestly have helped me become a better judge. I want my and the world.” Judge Cheffins considers it a great honor legacy as a judge to be one who had a positive impact on to be a member of the faculty since 2001. “This has given others. I believe the NJC is helping me work toward that me more opportunities to expand my horizons,” he said. goal.” Judge Ash has been a member of the faculty since “There is always a constant sharing of information and we, 2001 and has even sparked his own “Don Ash Fan Club.” as faculty, learn just as much as we give to the students. It’s “I think the best judges are both teachers and learners,” always a learning experience.” said Kelly Tait, a judicial branch communication consultant Judge Cheffins’ appreciation also extends to the home of and NJC faculty member. “The NJC has given me the the NJC. “You have got to love the location. You have the opportunity to be both of those, too, in a critical profession that has striving for fairness at its core. Before I started teaching for the NJC in 2002, I had a healthy respect for judges, but my appreciation for the difficulty of the job has grown exponentially over the years, as has my respect for the people who do it.”

She continues, “I consider it one of my responsibilities as an instructor to draw out the resources in the class, and with a group of judges, there are a lot of resources. Teaching at the NJC has reinforced for me the value of this sharing — of perspectives, information, techniques — and of involving the learners at a hands-on level whenever possible. The NJC creates an environment where that can take place, where judges can both step back for Participants in the NJC’s Administrative Law: Fair Hearing course hiked to the summit of Mount Rose in August 2014. A short drive from Reno, Mount Rose is some perspective on the incredibly difficult job the second-highest mountain in the Lake Tahoe Basin at 10,776 feet. they have and be ready to step forward when they return home. It’s been an honor for me to Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe, and a true college be part of The NJC Experience — I have learned as much as experience with the NJC on the beautiful University of I’ve (hopefully) taught.”

Nevada, Reno campus.”

Judge Thomas Cheffins, a federal administrative law This broadening of horizons extends to our Tribal judge, shares Tait’s admiration for the College and those Center, established in 2002 as another key component who walk its halls. “Foremost, the NJC is the best judicial of The NJC Experience. “The NJC widens perspectives,” education there is. Why wouldn’t someone want to come to said the Honorable Leland Wigg-Ninham, who joined the College? There are always top-quality people at the NJC

“Teaching at the NJC has reinforced for me the value of this sharing — of perspectives, information, techniques — and of involving the learners at a hands-on level whenever possible.”

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the National Tribal Judicial Center faculty in 2009. quad” to reflect and delve deeper into their role as judges.

“I’m not an attorney, and the College provided me with “I look forward to more classes at The National Judicial the opportunity to meet other non-attorney judges. It College,” said the Honorable Patrick B. Augustine, U.S. has also allowed me to participate in discussion groups administrative law judge. with law-trained judges and judges from other tribes.”

“They provide me the opportunities for not only Since the beginning of The National Judicial College, classroom involvement but interaction with my peers to tribal judges have attended the NJC’s courses and had exchange ideas.” this interaction with other tribal members from around Judge Michael N. “Nick” Deegan, district judge in the country, but in 1992 the College began offering Gillette, Wyoming, first attended the College years ago, courses specifically for the tribal judiciary. This part of but was recently here for a course. “It was noted that I The NJC Experience focuses solely on tribal justice. had been attending the NJC since 1984,” he said. “While “I can’t pick just one thing about the Center that I like the best,” said Judge Wigg-Ninham. “The courses provide a great foundation for judges new to the bench, but also are enriching for those who have been on the bench for many years. I like the interactive discussion groups and the education the College has provided to make me a better teacher.”

Judge Wigg-Ninham loves to learn as much as he can every day. He earned his bachelor’s degree at age 55 and has plans to get his master’s in Dispute Resolution Skills. His thirst for education is also evident in the three certificates he has received from the College, including Tribal Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, and Special Court Trial Skills.

Our Professional Certificate Program, along with our masters and doctorate programs, are another hallmark of The NJC Experience. The NJC designed the certificate program to provide judges with the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities they need to succeed and grow as jurists. Our master’s program is one of only two offered nationwide. The Doctor of Philosophy in Judicial Studies, which was approved Morrill Hall, constructed in 1885, was the first building on campus and originally housed the entire university, including offices, classrooms, living quarters, a museum and the library. in 2001, is the only doctoral program in the nation for judges. These collaborations with the University of Nevada, Reno and the National Council of it seemed just a few short years ago I attended my first Juvenile and Family Court Judges provide an experience course at the College, it was in fact 30 years ago. When I that takes judges to the height of their profession and first became a judge, I had no idea my career would still be provides them with an intellectual assessment of the role of unfolding three decades later. I know I could not have ably the American judiciary. stood the challenges of being a trial court judge without the Many of our alumni, even when not enrolled in one professional development I found at the College together of these programs, can’t wait to return to the “judicial with the collegiality I have found with other judges.”

“The courses provide a great foundation for judges new to the bench, but also are enriching for those that have been on the bench for many years.”

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$945 / $295

Logic and Opinion Writing (JS 621) San Diego, CA

Mar 9–12

$1,245 / $395

Essential Skills for Appellate Judges San Diego, CA

Mar 9–12

$1,245 / $395

Behind the Wheel: Today’s Traffic Offender

Mar 23–26

$995 / $245

Fundamentals of Evidence

Mar 23–26

$995 / $245

Essential Skills for Tribal Court Judges

Mar 23–26

$995 / $245

Tribal Court Management of Alcohol and Drug Cases

Apr 13–16

Call for Eligibility

Tribal Court Management (JM 690)

Apr 20–23

$995 / $245

Faculty Development Workshop

Apr 20–23

$995 / $245

Evidence in a Courtroom Setting Napa, CA

Apr 20–23

$1,245 / $395

General Jurisdiction (JS 610)

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Judicial Writing (JS 615)

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Fourth Amendment: Comprehensive Search & Seizure (JS 645)

May 4–7

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Handling Domestic Violence Cases in Tribal Court

May 11–14

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Advanced Evidence (JS 617)

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May 18–21

$995 / $245

Appellate Skills for Tribal Judges

May 18-21

$995 / $245

Current Issues in the Law Seattle, WA

May 18-21

$1,245 / $395

Administrative Law: Advanced (JS 649)

Jun 1–4

$995 / $245

Essential Skills for Lay Advocates in Tribal Court

Jun 1–4

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Jun 1–5

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Jun 8–11

$995 / $245

Special Court Jurisdiction

Jun 8–18

$1,595 / $495

Special Court Jurisdiction: Advanced (JS 611)

Jun 8–18

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Decision Making (JS 618)

Jun 15–18

$995 / $245

Trial Advocacy and Evidence for Non-Attorney Tribal Prosecutors

Jun 15–17

Call for Eligibility

Best Practices in Handling Cases with Self-Represented Litigants

Jul 13–16

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Effective Caseflow Management (JS 627)

Jul 13–16

$995 / $245

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Jul 13–16

$995 / $245

Co-Occurring Disorders

Jul 20–23

$995 / $245

Dispute Resolution Skills (JS 625)

Jul 20–23

$995 / $245

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Jul 27–30

$995 / $245

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Managing Complex Litigation (JS 629)

Aug 17–20

$995 / $245

Administrative Law: Fair Hearing (JS 612)

Aug 17–27

$1,595 / $495

Drugs in America Today: What Every Judge Needs to Know

Aug 25–27

$745 / $195

Writing for Tribal Judges

Aug 31–Sep 2

$745 / $195

Judicial Leadership

Aug 31–Sep 3

$995 / $245

Enhancing Judicial Bench Skills (JS 624) Santa Fe, NM

Sep 28–Oct 1

$1,245 / $395

Ethics, Fairness & Security in Your Court and Community

Oct 19–22

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Management Skills for Presiding Judges

Oct 19–23

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General Jurisdiction (JS 610)

Oct 19–29

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Impaired Driving Case Essentials

Oct 26–29

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Advanced Tribal Bench Skills

Oct 26–29

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Handling Capital Cases (JS 623) New Orleans, LA

Nov 2–5

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Civil Mediation

Nov 2–6

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Feb 23–Apr 10

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Mar 9–Apr 24

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Handling Small Claims Cases Effectively

Apr 13–May 29

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Ethics and Judging: Reaching Higher Ground

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News

NTJC Faculty Member Becomes First Female American-Indian Federal Judge Diane Humetewa, a member of the

Judicial College in 2013. She

Hopi Indian Tribe in northeastern

taught for Pending and Declined

Arizona, has been named the first

Prosecutions in Indian Country:

American Indian woman to serve as

Coordinating with U.S. Attorneys, a

a federal judge. She won unanimous

specialized course that provides tribal

approval in the U.S. Senate in a 96-0

criminal justice officials with essential

vote and will serve in the federal

information and skills to use in

District Court of Arizona. Judge

determining which cases must be, can

Humetewa is leaving her position

or should be, and which cases need

as Arizona State University Special

not be referred to federal authorities.

Advisor to the President for American Indian Affairs to serve on the federal

Judge Humetewa is a presidentially-

district court.

appointed member of the Board of Directors for the Morris K. and

This is not the first time Judge

Stewart L. Udall Foundation, and

Humetewa has made history. In

a board member for The Nature

2007, she was the first American

Conservancy in Arizona and The

Indian female to be appointed as a

National Indian Justice Center.

U.S. Attorney. She has also served

She has served three terms as a

as counsel to the U.S. Senate Indian

member of and former chair for the

Affairs Subcommittee, then chaired

Arizona U.S. Magistrate Judge Merit

providing continuing legal education.

by Sen. John McCain.

Selection Committee. In 2009, Judge

Judge Humetewa holds a bachelor’s

Humetewa received the President’s

degree from Arizona State University

Judge Humetewa became a member

Award for Women in Federal Law

in the administration of justice, and

of the faculty of The National Tribal

Enforcement (2009). She has taught

a law degree from Arizona State

Judicial Center at The National

at the law school level as well as

University School of Law.

Arizona State University

Hon. Diane Humetewa

2015 Courses for Lay Advocates and Non-Attorney Prosecutors The National Tribal Judicial Center

advocates. These courses offer

Essential Skills for Lay Advocates

is excited to be holding two courses

advocates critical approaches to

walks the lay advocate through the

in 2015 designed to provide skill-

improving their legal advocacy and

life of a case, from case preparation,

building tools to lay advocates and

courtroom skills, helping them to

pretrial, and discovery to trial

non-attorney prosecutors. While

be better prepared and equipped to

preparation and the nuances of a

there are many ways tribal courts may

represent their clients. Advocates and

trial. It also covers the admissibility of

differ from their state counterparts,

prosecutors will come away from this

evidence and how to use objections

one truly unique aspect of tribal

course with the ability to efficiently

justice systems is the use of lay

and confidently perform their duties.

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NTJC News 2015 Courses for Lay Advocates and NonAttorney Prosecutors

increasing their effectiveness in

trial fundamentals through a mixture

defending their clients.

of lecture and hands-on practical exercises sessions. The course

The second course offered is Trial

discusses reading police reports and

Advocacy and Evidence for Non-

follow up investigations; pretrial and

properly during trial. This course

Attorney Tribal Prosecutors, and

witness preparation; and trial skills

gives lay advocates the opportunity

as the name suggests, is for lay

including hearsay, objections and

to increase their skills, therefore

prosecutors. This course teaches

opening and closing arguments.

continued from previous page

Access to Justice for the Chickasaw Nation With an access to justice crisis

represent the party in court. Michael

The need for this court advocate

happening nationwide, federal

Smith is a court advocate in the

role is obvious by the number of

agencies, state and local justice

Chickasaw Nation District Court.

appointments Mr. Smith has in

system stakeholders, and The

“There are many gaps in access

any given month. “Last month I

National Judicial College are creating

to justice in Indian country,” he

had 75 appointments, though not

and participating in initiatives aimed

said. “Among the many reasons

all of them show up for various

at improving access to justice. Our

are the complications of law.” The

reasons, such as if the matter is

faculty members are passionate

advocates’ roles in the Chickasaw

resolved. I can see five to six people

about this topic and are often at

Nation are to recognize this obstacle

in a day, as opposed to my practice

the forefront of initiatives in their

and help people overcome it.

where I see maybe one to two.”

for a story on one of the latest

Mr. Smith’s 25 years of experience

While Mr. Smith is involved in access

programs). Access to justice issues

as a lawyer makes him an excellent

to justice as a court advocate, Justice

are also prevalent in tribal systems

resource for anyone entering the

Smith has recently been appointed

and two of our faculty members

court system. “We go over all of their

to the Oklahoma Access to Justice

at The National Tribal Judicial

questions and answers, including

Commission of the Oklahoma

Center, the Honorable Barbara

everything to do with procedural

Supreme Court. The commission,

Smith and her brother, attorney

issues.” Mr. Smith then drafts a

which is committed to realizing

Michael Smith, both Chickasaw

pleading that reflects the cause of

equal justice for all in Oklahoma,

citizens, are improving access to

action, and they are then ready to

will develop and implement policy

justice for the Chickasaw Nation

file with the court. “I explain to them

initiatives designed to expand

and the Oklahoma Supreme Court.

what the arguments are on both

access to and enhance the quality

sides, so that when they go into court

of justice in civil legal matters.

courts and states (see next page

“One of the things that has been

they understand who’s claiming

really important to tribal people

what.” A court advocate reminds

Justice Smith has been a Supreme

is having access to the courts,”

them that they need to support their

Court justice for the Chickasaw

said Justice Smith, one of three

testimony and provide evidence.

Nation in Ada, Oklahoma since

justices on the Chickasaw Nation

“We have a rule in my office,” said

October 1, 2003, and was formerly

Supreme Court. “We have a

Mr. Smith. “I’d rather have it and not

the chief justice of the Supreme

program as part of our court, put

need it, than need it and not have it.”

Court. She has been a member of our

in place long before I was there,

He continues, “I always remind them

faculty since 2004. In addition to his

which includes court advocates.”

to outline whatever points they want

role as court advocate, Mr. Smith has

to make. With everything that goes

a law practice in Norman, Oklahoma

A court advocate is a lawyer who

on in a courtroom, it can be easy

with his sister. He joined the NJC

meets with citizens entering the

to forget to say what you want the

faculty in 2008.

court system to help them with

judge to hear from you. I tell them

the process, though they do not

to prioritize their talking points.”

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News

The National Judicial College Recognizes Tennessee’s Access to Justice Initiative

Liz Todaro — Provided by the Tennessee Bar Association

A panel composed of Tennessee Supreme Court justices, the Access to Justice Commission chair, NJC’s President Chad Schmucker, two of the College’s faculty members, trial judges, lawyers, and a litigant discussed initiatives and remaining significant structural and practical barriers to court access for people with limitations.

Hon. William J. Caprathe, Ret.

The National Judicial College held a

by showing the significant impact

on the reality of the problems and

that court cases can have on the lives

obstacles that standard court settings

of real people who need the court

pose for such citizens, and some

system to resolve their conflicts.

specific solutions for overcoming

Board of Trustees meeting on March

those challenges.

31, 2014, in Nashville, Tennessee, at

After the video, panels composed of

the Baker Donelson Law Firm, the

Tennessee Supreme Court justices,

The Tennessee response has been

law office of Trustee Matt Sweeney.

the Access to Justice Commission

spearheaded by its Supreme Court

After the initial Board meeting,

chair, NJC’s President Chad

and its Access to Justice Commission

the NJC, along with the Tennessee

Schmucker, two of the College’s

through statutory and rule changes,

Supreme Court and the Tennessee

instructors — University of Tennessee

educational material, approved self-

Supreme Court’s Access to Justice

Law Professor Penny White and

representation forms, and expanded

Commission, hosted an Access to

Tennessee Senior Trial Court Judge

statewide pro bono programs. The

Justice program and reception.

Don R. Ash — trial judges, lawyers,

participating lawyers can receive

and a litigant discussed initiatives and

required continuing legal education

Trustee Sweeney moderated the

remaining significant structural and

credit for doing this pro bono work.

dynamic program titled Access to

practical barriers to court access for

The goal of the commission is to have

Justice: Tearing Down Barriers —

people with limitations. For example,

each Tennessee lawyer perform 50

Imperative, Initiatives, Implementation

litigants who are self-represented,

hours of pro bono each year. To help

and Issues. A video produced by the

litigants with limited language ability

facilitate this, the rules were modified

Tennessee Supreme Court Access

(including sign language), and litigants

to Justice Commission set the stage

with disabilities. The panel reflected

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NJC News The National Judicial College Recognizes Tennessee’s Access to Justice Initiative

are important parts of the judicial

for a statewide study of the legal

education program at the NJC.

needs of low income and homeless persons. Judge Ash and Professor

After the panel discussion, NJC

White were recognized for their

President Chad Schmucker presented

contributions to judicial education,

continued from previous page

the NJC’s Advancement of Justice

especially regarding how judges can

Award to the Tennessee Supreme

better handle the challenges posed

to allow limited scope and unbundled

Court, the Tennessee Supreme Court

by self-represented parties. Judge

representation. Also, government,

Access to Justice Commission, The

Ash is also known for practicing on

retired, and corporate attorneys are

Frist Foundation, the Honorable

the bench what he teaches about

allowed to participate in the legal

Don R. Ash, and Professor Penny

dealing with self-represented litigants

clinics and earn pro bono credit.

White. This award is presented to

in the classroom at the NJC.

In addition, Tennessee has addressed the difficulties its citizens encounter when they cannot afford to retain counsel by providing three ways to find free legal help: »» By signing up at onlinetnjustice.org »» By phoning 888-aLEGALz (888-253-4259) »» By visiting their website at legalinfotn.org Tennessee’s initiatives and innovations are excellent examples of a foundation providing aid to court users who experience limited court access. However, these programs will only be effective if judges are aware of them, and are willing and able to facilitate them in situations where they are needed.

Liz Todaro — Provided by the Tennessee Bar Association

NJC President Chad Schmucker presents the Advancement of Justice Award to Justices Janice Holder (left) and Connie Clark on behalf of the Tennessee Supreme Court.

By arranging this program in Nashville, the NJC and the Tennessee

distinguished persons or entities

Tennessee’s approach to improving

Supreme Court and its Access to

that have demonstrated dedication

access to justice is working. Their

Justice Commission demonstrated

to justice in the judiciary. The

initiative is a great opportunity

their commitment to improving

Tennessee Supreme Court and

for others to use as a model. The

access to justice for all court

the Court’s Access to Justice

result of Tennessee’s experience

users. The NJC also offers courses

Commission were recognized for

is available to help other states

addressing these issues and the

improving access to justice through

become aware of their own access

judge’s role in improving court access.

several innovations, programs, and

to justice challenges and solutions.

Educating judges on how to overcome

initiatives during the last five years.

The NJC is available to help educate

barriers that are being experienced by

The Frist Foundation was recognized

judges to facilitate the solutions.

self-represented litigants, language

for its support of access to justice

limited litigants, and disabled litigants

in Tennessee, including a grant 2014-2015 Case in Point · The Magazine of The National Judicial College · 36

Honors & Awards

Judge James Riehl Honored

by Washington State Bar Kitsap County District Court Judge James Riehl, a former trustee and faculty member of The National Judicial College, has been awarded the 2014 Outstanding Judge Award by the Washington State Bar Association Board of Governors. The honor represents his significant contributions to the legal profession, the justice system, and the public. Judge Riehl is being recognized for his work locally in Kitsap County, statewide and nationally. He organized the first Kitsap County Domestic Violence Summit, bringing the community together to address a coordinated response to domestic violence. Judge Riehl will be retiring this year after serving 32 years on the bench.

Justice Gary Graber, NJC Faculty Member, Receives 2013 Kevin E. Quinlan Award for Excellence in Traffic Safety from FAAR Each year, the Foundation for

town justice for the Town of Darien,

Advancing Alcohol Responsibility

New York since January 1980, was

recognizes a select few people across

selected as a recipient of the 2013

the nation for their leadership in

Kevin E. Quinlan Award for Excellence

the fight against drunk driving and

in Traffic Safety. This award honors

underage drinking. Justice Gary

Justice Graber’s longtime leadership

Graber, who has served as the

and tremendous accomplishments in traffic safety, as well as the legacy of

Justice Gary Graber, right, receives his award.

Kevin E. Quinlan.

Judge Katherine K. MacDonald Receives Judicial Officer of the Year Award The Honorable Katherine K.

on the bench. Judge MacDonald

MacDonald, administrative law judge

attended Administrative Law: Fair

at the California Public Utilities

Hearing a few months after taking the

Commission in San Francisco,

bench and credits her commitment

received the Judicial Officer of the

to continually improving the quality

Year Award from her alma mater,

of her decisions, and the environment

Whittier Law School. The award

within her courtroom partially to her

recognizes a distinguished career

experience in the NJC’s course. She

as well as contributions to the

served as a facilitator for the same

community, leadership and fairness

course a few years later.

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NJC News Dividing the Waters 2014 Conference: Changing Land, Changing Water At May’s conference at the University of Oregon, the NJC’s Dividing the Waters (DTW) program once again delivered a comprehensive program on a cutting-edge water law issue — the nexus between land and water.

The Changing Land, Changing Water conference addressed how the laws on land and water intersect and can lead to conflict. Presentations and discussions considered the law, science, and practice for adjudicating these land-water issues.

The participants also discussed the emerging role of Indian tribes in land and water

L to R: Hon. Ronald Robie, convener; Alf Brandt, executive director; Hon. Greg Hobbs, convener; Dr. Dan Luecke; Ramsey Kropf, convener; Hon. Eric Wildman, convener; and Katheryn Yetter, NJC academic director.

management. or environmentalists. While some

protecting the river’s water quality,

The conference’s

judges were initially skeptical, DTW

while dam operators and a hatchery

practice exercises

Convener Ramsey Kropf observed

manager shared their experiences

offered intriguing

at the end that all the teams

protecting fish. The day concluded

challenges for

ultimately approached the challenge

at the confluence of the McKenzie

the participants.

as problem-solvers and sought

and the Willamette rivers, where

The exercise on

opportunities to collaborate with the

the McKenzie River Trust manages

administrative

other stakeholders.

Green Island, which has returned to a

adjudication of water rights provided

more natural interaction between the

a forum for contrasting perspectives

The highlight of the conference

rivers and the land. Through floods

between administrative law judges/

was the day in the field. The judges

and active floodplain management,

special masters and the judges who

spent the day on the McKenzie River,

Green Island has seen a return of

review the administrative decisions.

a tributary to the Willamette River

wetlands as well as riparian forests

The exercise on a watershed with

that provides water and power

and habitats.

changing climate, land-use, and

to the city of Eugene. The judges

water provided the most insight. This

heard and talked with hydrologists,

In light of the success of this year’s

exercise, developed by the Dividing

fishery biologists, hydropower dam

conference in Oregon, the program’s

the Waters Board of Advisors,

operators, and wetland managers.

judge-conveners are considering

required the judges to step out

Forest managers talked about

returning to the Pacific Northwest for

of their judicial role and work as a

the importance of careful land

the Fall 2015 conference, at Coeur

team of attorneys for a stakeholder

management to

D’Alene, Idaho.

group, such as the city, a farmer

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Presenting a New Way to Support the Work of Dividing the Waters For more than 20 years, Dividing

Water Justice Fund donors

the Waters, a program affiliated

receive the following recognition

with The National Judicial College,

for participating:

has successfully worked to provide education and information

»» Listing on the Dividing the Waters

resources that judges need to

Water Justice Fund section of the

adjudicate complex water conflicts.

webpage, judges.org/dtw

DTW continues to grow and with that growth comes a need for increased funding. As a result, the NJC created the Water Justice Fund to help fill the funding gap.

»» Featured placement in Case In Point »» Subscription to DTW’s monthly Network Note »» Annual report and progress updates

The Fund ensures that the resources DTW has developed over the last two decades remain available to judges with water cases, especially those judges who are new to water conflicts. It funds

Water Justice Fund Giving Levels We are looking for individual, corporate and law firm donors to support the Fund at a variety of levels:

the conferences, workshops, and publications that judges need to

$1,000 – $4,999

resolve the West’s most complex

$5,000 – $9,999

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natural resource conflicts.

$10,000 – $14,999

Lake Advocate Sponsor

$15,000 – $20,000

Estuary Advocate Sponsor

$20,000 and above

Watershed Champion Sponsor

Whether it’s a webcast on the fundamentals of water rights or a

Wetlands Supporter Sponsor

conference addressing the interaction between land and water management, the Fund is there to ensure the

To learn more about the Water

presenters and the judges can afford

Justice Fund, contact the NJC’s

to participate in the conference. It

Development/Communications

pays for the development and printing

Director, Gretchen Alt Sawyer, at

of Dividing the Waters publications.

(775) 327-8257 or alt@judges.org.

Perhaps most importantly, the Fund pays for the development of the

For more information about Dividing

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NJC News In Memory Hon. Phyllis Carter Judge Carter of Charleston, West

Tidewater Legal

received a number

Virginia passed away on January 18,

Aid Society for

of awards, including

2014 at the age of 66. Carter served

Senior Citizens in

the Distinguished

as an administrative law judge for

Norfolk, Virginia.

West Virginian in

the West Virginia Human Rights

In 1987, she

1991. As part of

Commission from 2001-2014 and

moved to West

the NJC faculty

as chief administrative law judge for

Virginia, where

since 2007, Judge

the Commission from 2005-2014.

she served

She received her juris doctorate

as an assistant attorney general.

taught Ethics, Fairness and Security in

from the College of William and

She headed numerous positions

Your Courtroom and Community. She

Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law.

in state government and was a

also taught for Administrative Law:

Prior to taking the bench, she served

member of the National Association

Fair Hearing as well as some of our

as the managing attorney with the

of Administrative Law Judges. She

web courses.

Carter recently

Prof. Myrna S. Raeder Prof. Raeder of Los Angeles,

Order of the Coif. She holds an LL.M.

California, a long-time professor at

in trial advocacy from Georgetown

Southwestern Law School in Los

University Law Center in Washington,

Angeles, and a 21-year NJC faculty

D.C. where she was a Prettyman

member, passed away on November

Fellow and served as a special

16, 2013. Professor Raeder received

assistant United States attorney. A

her undergraduate degree from

prominent national figure in legal

Hunter College, summa cum laude,

education and the advancement of

in 1968 and was elected to Phi

criminal justice, Professor Raeder

Beta Kappa. She had recently been

was one of the most highly regarded

inducted into Hunter’s Alumni Hall of

experts in evidence and a leading

Fame. She graduated from NYU Law

advocate for gender equity in the

School, cum laude, in 1971 where she

legal profession and the criminal

taught courses in evidence, trial

was a member of the law review and

justice system. Professor Raeder

advocacy, and civil pretrial practice.

Hon. Richard D. Galstad Judge Galstad of Osseo, Wisconsin,

was appointed Trempealeau County

passed away on May 29, 2014 at the

judge in 1983 and served on the

age of 84. He received his bachelor’s

bench until he retired in 1994. He was

degree from the University of

a member of the NJC faculty teaching

Wisconsin-Madison and following

General Jurisdiction from 1985-1988.

his service in the U.S. Navy, returned

Following his retirement, he served

to UW-Madison to earn his juris

as a reserve judge for many years.

doctorate. He practiced law until he

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In Memory Stephen G. Morrison, Esq. Mr. Morrison of Columbia, South

as an engine of transformation. Mr.

Carolina, who served as an NJC

Morrison was a highly decorated

Board of Visitors member from

member of the bar and leader in

2005 to 2013, passed away on

his firm and profession. In a career

October 27, 2013. He was a

spanning almost 40 years, he

partner in the firm Nelson, Mullins,

tried more than 260 jury trials to

Riley & Scarborough, and lived his

verdict in state and federal courts

life to serve others, including his

in more than 20 states across the

profession, his community, his church,

country and argued more than

his friends, and his family. He was

60 appeals in the nation’s highest

a passionate advocate for legal,

courts, including an argument

social, and economic justice and was

before the U.S. Supreme Court.

committed to the power of education

Blake Tartt, Esq. Mr. Tartt of Houston, Texas served

(with two battle

& Parsons firm

on The National Judicial College’s

stars), the United

asked him to

Board of Visitors from 2005 until his

Nations medal,

become their

passing on July 27, 2014 at the age

and United States

partner, where

of 85. Mr. Tartt grew up in Houston

and Korean

he practiced

and went on to Southern Methodist

Presidential

until his death.

University, graduating with a B.B.A.

citations. After

A consummate

He attended Southern Methodist

law school, Mr.

trial and appellate

University Dedman School of Law,

Tartt joined the

lawyer, he was

graduating with a L.L.B., cum laude.

firm of Fulbright,

recognized

His education was interrupted by the

Crooker, Freeman,

and elected

Korean War, in which he saw combat

Bates & Jaworski, where he became a

to the American College of Trial

as a first lieutenant in the United

senior partner and practiced for more

Lawyers, the American Board of Trial

States Air Force, flying with the 98th

than 40 years until his retirement

Advocates, and the International

Bombardment Wing. He was awarded

from the firm. In January 2000, his

Association of Defense Counsel.

the Air Medal, Korean Service Medal

close friends at the Beirne, Maynard

James E. Rogers

Roger B. Whomes, Esq.

Las Vegas, Nevada

Reno, Nevada

Brenda Skenandore

Hon. Robert C. Wright

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Marble Falls, TX

June 14, 2014

October 13, 2013

January 28, 2014

February 22, 2014

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NJC News NJC Awards 2013-2014 Graduates

Advancement of Justice Awards

Judicial Studies Program

Hon. Andrew H. Henderson U.S. Navy-Marine Corps Trial judiciary (CA)

Ph.D.

Hon. Melissa L. Jones Dept. of Employment Services Compensation Review Board (DC)

Hon. Joseph J. Maltese (NY) Hon. Charles E. Weller (NV)

January 1, 2013 through July 31, 2014

American Judicature Society Hon. Don R. Ash

Hon. S. Michael Yeager (PA)

Hon. J. W. Looney, PhD Circuit Court (AR)

The Frist Foundation

Master’s

Hon. Gordon R. Melson (Ret.) District Court (OK)

Thomas Munsterman

Hon. Suzette Carlisle (MO) Hon. Steve R. Darnell (TN) Hon. Melissa L. Jones (DC) Hon. Brendan J. Sheehan (OH)

International Academy of Trial Lawyers

The Tennessee Supreme Court

Hon. Anthony Mozingo Circuit Court (MS)

The Tennessee Supreme Court Access to Justice Commission

Hon. Camillo J. Noket Supreme Court (Micronesia)

Hon. John P. Smith (MN)

Hon. Richard D. Osburn Mille Lacs Band Tribal District Court (MN)

Professional Certificate in Judicial Development

Hon. Reba A. Page U.S. Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (VA)

Administrative Law Adjudication Skills

Hon. Betty W. Sanders Circuit Court (MS)

Hon. E. Roy Hawkens U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (DC) Hon. Clay A. Van De Bogart U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (MN)

Dispute Resolution Skills Hon. Patrick B. Augustine U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Review Commission (CO) Hon. Karla Y. Broussard-Boyd Dept. of Personnel Administration (CA) Hon. Timothy J. Finn District Court (IA) Hon. E. Roy Hawkens U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (DC) Hon. Mobolaji Olubukola Olajuwon District Court (Nigeria) Hon. Reba A. Page U.S. Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (VA) Hon. Lars I. Tollefson Dept. of Motor Vehicles & Public Safety (NV)

General Jurisdiction Trial Skills Hon. Ward S. Arnold (Ret.) Circuit Court (IL) Hon. Michael J. Barrasse Court of Common Pleas (PA) Hon. Joseph T. Clark Court of Common Pleas (OH) Hon. Michael J. Devine U.S. Coast Guard (MD)

Professor Penny J. White

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Hon. Steve L. Smith District Court (TX) Hon. Heidi J. Ulbricht District Court (MT) Hon. Ralph E. Wilson, Jr. Circuit Court (AR)

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Tribal Judicial Skills Hon. William B. Johnson Isleta Appellate Court (NM) Hon. Eleanor Shirley Navajo Nation Supreme Court (AZ) Hon. John R. St. Clair Shoshone and Arapaho Tribe (WY)

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Faculty Awards

Staff Award

30 Year Award

Gretchen Alt Sawyer, NJC Director of Development and Communications, Receives Staff Excellence Award

Hon. Karl B. Grube (FL)

25 Year Award Prof. Gerald F. Hess (ID)

20 Year Award Mr. Theodore F. Martens (NY) Hon. Penny J. White (TN)

The NJC’s Faculty Council selected Gretchen Alt Sawyer as the 2013 recipient of the Staff Excellence in Service Award. The award was presented to Mrs. Sawyer

by Professor Ronald Hofer at the October General Jurisdiction dinner. Mrs. Sawyer joined the NJC in 2006.

Ms. Nancy Neal Yeend (CA)

15 Year Award Hon. Karen M. Arnold-Burger (KS) Hon. Peter M. Evans (FL) Hon. David M. Gersten (FL) Hon. David Matthew Krashna (CA) Hon. Robert E. McBeth (WA) Mr. Joseph R. Sawyer (NV)

The NJC Welcomes New Staff Erik Flippo, Graphic and Web Designer Erik joined The National Judicial College as graphic and web designer in February 2014. Previously, he served as design director at the Nevada Museum of Art; the owner of Peavine Design; senior designer at Octane Studios; and graphic/web designer for

10 Year Award

STUDIOS Architecture in San Francisco, Telocity

Hon. John F. Reif (OK)

View, California. He earned a B.A. in journalism from

5 Year Award

a B.F.A. in graphic and packaging design from Art

in Cupertino, and Claria Corporation in Mountain the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Center College of Design in Pasadena, California.

Prof. Timothy P. Condon, Ph.D. (NM) Hon. David L. Denkin (FL)

Ashlei Neufeld, NTJC Program Attorney

Mr. Benjamin A. Holden (NV)

Ashlei joined The National Tribal Judicial Center at

Mr. Kevin M. Illingworth, Esq. (AK)

The National Judicial College as a program attorney

Hon. Fred Karasov (MN)

in February 2014. Previously, she was a student

Hon. Bruce E. Moore (KS)

law clerk and project coordinator for three years at

Mr. John Newell (NV)

the Tribal Judicial Institute in Grand Forks, North

Dr. Robert P. Schwartz (MD)

Dakota, interned as a law clerk for the Grand Forks Public Defender’s Office, and served on the Student Law Clerk Intern Committee at the Grand Forks County States Attorney’s Office. She received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Manitoba and Juris Doctor from the University of North Dakota School of Law.

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Donor News Chubb Group of Insurance Companies: The NJC’s Newest Pillar of Justice With its recent donation, the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies has become the newest Pillar of Justice at the NJC. In doing so, the Chubb Group joins a special club of donors investing in the College’s mission of providing quality judicial education to meet the ever-increasing needs of the nation’s judicial branch.

“Chubb is proud to support the NJC.” said Kim Dean Hogrefe, a senior vice president of Chubb & Son, and a member of the NJC’s Board of Trustees.

“The NJC’s programs are helping to ensure the efficient and fair administration of justice at a time when judges face expanding and increasingly complex caseloads.”

“We are very grateful for the Chubb Group’s generosity,” said Gretchen Alt Sawyer, NJC director of development and communications. “A Pillar of Justice gift provides us the flexibility we need to address the College’s greatest priorities.”

Over the past year, Pillars donations funded scholarships for judges, purchased new technology for the Model Courtroom, and helped underwrite the upgrade and development of new courses. Recipients of Pillars scholarships are particularly grateful.

“Your scholarship award was well spent and much appreciated by me,” said Administrative Law Judge Karla Broussard of Boyd, California. “But for your philanthropy, I would have missed this wonderful learning experience.”

“In these difficult budget times for many governmental agencies, your financial support makes it possible for judges to attend these kinds of courses,” said Judge Brian A. Duncan of Denver, Colorado.

The Chubb Group is the 12th largest property and casualty insurer in the United States and has a worldwide network of offices staffed by approximately 10,000 employees. Mr. Hogrefe is the Worldwide Claim Technical Officer for Chubb, with responsibility for claims of the highest complexity and financial exposure. Hogrefe joined Chubb in 1986 after nine years of experience as a trial attorney, supervisor, and administrator in the New York County District Attorney’s Office. In addition to being a trustee at the NJC, he is also currently on the Board of Directors of the Institute for Inclusion in the Legal Profession.

The Chubb Group of Insurance Companies joins more than a dozen companies, law firms, and individuals as members of the NJC Pillars of Justice, including Chevron Corporation, Greenberg Taurig, LLP, McDonald Carano Wilson LLP, and Caesars Entertainment.

Hon. Marilyn Loftus Leaves College Generous Estate Gift The judicial community lost a gifted

NJC President

faculty beginning in 1998

judge with the passing of Hon.

Chad Schmucker.

and became a member of the

Marilyn H. Loftus from New Jersey

“Her tremendous

College’s Board of Visitors

on May 2, 2012 at the age of 75.

estate gift

in 2005. She was a national

The National Judicial College lost an

will continue

leader in the efforts to end

advocate and valuable supporter.

her legacy

gender bias in the courts.

and benefit “We are saddened by the passing

judges and the

Judge Loftus’ first experience

of Judge Loftus but are grateful for

judiciary for

at the College was in 1976

the many contributions she made to

years to come.”

when she attended the

the College. Her memory will live on

College’s flagship course,

through an estate gift that she left

Judge Loftus

totaling more than $250,000,” said

served as a member of the NJC

General Jurisdiction. She was admitted to the practice of

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law in 1961 and spent 11 years in

more than 10 years and served as

Her legacy will continue on through

the New Jersey Attorney General’s

president of the National Association

her contribution, which will be used

Office. She was the state’s first

of Women Judges. She retired

to support programs, technology

female assistant attorney general,

from the New Jersey Superior

upgrades, and scholarships.

and served 24 years on the bench as

Court Appellate Division in 1997.

an Essex County Court and Supreme

For information about how you can

Court judge. Judge Loftus chaired

Judge Loftus’ support of the College

join the College’s Legacy Council,

a special task force on women in

was unwavering and she became a

please contact Gretchen Alt Sawyer

the New Jersey judicial system for

major donor to the College in 1996.

at (775) 327-8257 or alt@judges.org.

New Collaborative Initiative to Fill Gap in Forensic Science Education The National Judicial College is

previously thought to be

partnering with the Laura and John

reliable and creating issues

Arnold Foundation to develop a

that judges have not previously

series of web-based interactive

encountered regarding

modules on forensic science for

admissibility, weight, and

judges. The foundation awarded the

limitation of application,” said

NJC a three-year $366,171 grant to

Dressel. “Our charge, then, is

develop a program which will enhance

to develop programming to engage

interactive modules where judges

public safety and promote the fair

judges from across the country,

make simulated rulings on different

and effective administration of justice

whether new or experienced, on the

types of evidence and receive

by helping judges make informed

ever-evolving use of forensic science.”

real-time feedback and instruction.

decisions about the role and weight of forensic evidence in criminal cases.

Because it is web-based, the program Judge Dressel noted that many types

is easily accessible to judges. In

and sources of forensic evidence

the first year, a multidisciplinary

“We are very excited about this

did not exist just a few years ago

working group will create the

partnership with the Laura and

but are now pivotal evidence to

curriculum for the series of online

John Arnold Foundation,” said

prove criminal activity, guilt, or

learning modules. The following

NJC President Chad Schmucker.

establish innocence. Also, evidence

years will see the modules tested

“We feel this program has the

previously considered reliable,

with focus groups of judges. The

potential to dramatically improve

such as hair and fiber, fingerprints,

NJC will make this program available

forensic science education.”

firearm identification, etc. are being

to judges across the country.

questioned. The 21st-century The effort to secure funding for this

judge needs to have a sophisticated

The Laura and John Arnold

initiative was led by former NJC

“evidence-based” understanding

Foundation strives to produce

President Bill Dressel and Academic

of the validity, reliability and

substantial, widespread, and lasting

Director Katheryn Yetter. According

admissibility of forensic evidence to

changes to society that will maximize

to Judge Dressel, advances in science

appropriately rule. The answer to this

opportunity and minimize injustice.

and technology are developing new

challenge, or gap, is quality education

In the area of criminal justice,

and promising types of forensic

that allows judges to obtain current

the foundation aims to leverage

evidence to help accurately identify

knowledge and practice applying it in

technology, data, and analytics

those who have committed crimes.

real-life scientific evidence situations.

to reduce crime, increase public

“But at the same time, these

The NJC proposes to address this

justice system operates as fairly

advances are challenging evidence

gap through a series of web-based,

and cost-effectively as possible.

safety, and ensure the criminal

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Donor News National Judicial College Donors A Message from the Director of Development/Communications The year 2013 was a milestone for the College with the commemoration of 50 years of providing judicial excellence. Donor support and involvement from faculty, partners, and experts in the justice system allowed us to hold three successful and invigorating symposia that addressed issues of vital importance to the judiciary. The products and outcomes from these symposia will continue to impact the justice system for years to come. In 2013, the College also experienced growth in support for scholarships, program enrichments, technology improvements, and the operations of the College. Donors are vital to the growth and success of the College. Thank you for your continuous, generous support, which is critical to upholding democracy and the rule of law. Following is a listing of our 2013 donors along with those from January through July 2014.

The NJC is Grateful for the Generosity of the 50th Anniversary Donors Title Sponsor ($100,000)

International Academy of Trial Lawyers (The Jury Trial in the 21st Century)

Judicial Advocate Sponsors ($10,000-$24,999)

John Ben Snow Memorial Trust The Phil and Jennifer Satre Family Charitable Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada

Aetna Andrews Kurth LLP

Rawle & Henderson, LLP

Caesars Entertainment

Redgrave LLP

Rule of Law Sponsor ($50,000$99,999)

ExxonMobil Corporation

Chevron Corporation

IGT

Dream Fund at UCLA

McDonald Carano Wilson LLP

Judicial Champion Sponsors ($25,000-$49,999)

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Glaser, Weil, Fink, Jacobs, Howard, Avchen & Shapiro, LLP

NV Energy Sempra Energy

Judicial Supporter Sponsors ($1,000-$4,999) Baker Donelson Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC Bingham Brookman, Rosenberg, Brown & Sandler Carlton Fields

Wynn Resorts Limited

Barrick Gold Corporation

Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

The Foundation of the American Board of Trial Advocates

Judicial Proponent Sponsors ($5,000-$9,999)

Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP International Association of Defense Counsel Locke Lord LLP Salmon, Ricchezza, Singer & Turchi LLP

Clinton H. and Wilma T. Shattuck Charitable Trust

Thorp Reed & Armstrong, LLP

Connell Foley Cozen O’Connor DRI—The Voice of the Defense Bar Gordon & Rees LLP 2014-2015 Case in Point · The Magazine of The National Judicial College · 46

2013 Donors Special Recognition Donors ($100,000 +)

International Academy of Trial Lawyers Tom C. Clark Pinnacle Circle ($25,000 +)

John L. Holcomb, Esq. (FL)

Carlton Fields

Roxie and Azad Joseph Foundation

Javade Chaudhri, Esq. (DC)

The Kaul Foundation Samuel S. Lionel, Esq. (NV) Stephen G. Morrison, Esq. (SC) Peter C. Neumann, Esq. (NV) Nevada Judges of Limited Jurisdiction NV Energy Foundation Robert L. Parks, Esq. (FL) Rawle & Henderson, LLP

M R Bauer Foundation

Redgrave LLP

Chevron Corporation

Helen Roberti Charitable Trust

The E. L. Cord Foundation ExxonMobil Corporation

The Phil and Jennifer Satre Family Charitable Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

The Clinton H. and Wilma T. Shattuck Charitable Trust

Tom C. Clark Founder’s Circle ($10,000 - $24,999)

The Charles H. Stout Foundation John A. Tarantino, Esq. (RI) Edith A. Weiner (NY)

Hon. Gary L. Clingman (NM) Colorado District Judges Association Hon. Larry J. Craddock (TX) Hon. Paul J. De Muniz (Ret.) (OR) Hon. and Mrs. William F. Dressel (NV) Hon. Michael Eakin (PA) Foundation of the American Board of Trial Advocates Gabelli Foundation Inc. Hon. David M. Gersten (Ret.) (FL) Girardi & Keese Hon. Procter R. Hug, Jr. (NV) Hon. Karen L. Hunt (Ret.) (AK) International Association of Defense Counsel Abe Krash, Esq. (DC) Brian A. Larson, Esq. (NV) Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP Thomas Munsterman (GA) Peter J. Neeson, Esq. (PA) Philadelphia Bar Association Dale K. Raggio (NV) Hon. James D. Rogers (Ret.) (MN)

Anonymous (1)

Richard K. Willard, Esq. (DC)

Aetna

Tony F. Sanchez, III (NV)

Caesars Entertainment

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Foundation

Chubb & Son, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Saul A. Wolfe (NJ)

Thorp Reed & Armstrong, LLP

Diamond Gavel Circle ($2,500 - $4,999)

Bruce D. Gesner, Ph.D. & B. Phyllis Whittiker, Esq. (NV)

Colorado Judicial Institute International Academy of Trial Lawyers Foundation IGT

Hon. W. Terry Ruckriegle (CO) Hon. Kimberley Sweet (AK) Hon. Douglas G. White (TN)

Crystal Gavel Circle ($500 - $999)

J. F Maddox Foundation

Baker, Donelson, Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC

McDonald Carano Wilson LLP

Marybel Batjer (NV)

NV Energy

Christina Batjer (NV)

John W. Galbraith (VA)

Hon. James G. Blanchard, Jr. (GA)

Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation

Hon. Sophia H. Hall (IL)

Sempra Energy

Prof. Ronald R. Hofer (WI)

South Carolina Bar Foundation

Hon. Rory R. Olsen (TX)

Mark G. Tratos, Esq. (NV)

Hon. and Mrs. V. Robert Payant (WI)

President’s Circle ($5,000 - $9,999)

William T. Robinson, III, Esq. (KY) Salmon, Ricchezza, Singer & Turchi LLP

Hon. Kimberly Bonner (FL) William and Lindie Brunson (NV) Hon. Cheryl D. Cesario (IL) James E. Coleman, Jr., Esq. (TX) Hon. Andre Davis (MD) Hon. Jay D. Dilworth (NV) Hon. and Mrs. Patrick Flanagan (NV) Hon. D. Neil Harris, Sr. (MS)

Kim Sinatra, Esq. (NV)

Mr. and Mrs. Ed Lyngar (NV)

Barrick Gold Corporation

Matthew Sweeney, Esq. (TN)

Charles W. Matthews, Jr., Esq. (TX)

Bartimus, Frickleton, Robertson & Goza

Wells Fargo Foundation

David J. Beck, Esq. (TX) Lydia I. Beebe (CA) A. Clifford Edwards, Esq. (MT) John Frankovich, Esq. (NV) Patricia Glaser, Esq. (CA) Glaser Weil Fink Jacobs Howard Avchen & Shapiro, LLP Gordon & Rees LLP

Platinum Gavel Circle ($1,000 - $2,499)

Hon. William G. Meyer (CO) Hon. James A. Morrow (MN) Mr. and Mrs. Carl Naumann (NV) Edward Neugebauer, Esq. (PA) Jack H. Olender, Esq. (DC) Hon. Steven D. Olmstead (WY)

Anonymous (1) Mr. and Mrs. Albert R. Abramson (CA) Edna B. Benna (NV) Bingham Brookman, Rosenberg, Brown & Sandler

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Albert Pagni, Esq. (NV) Hon. and Mrs. Earl G. Penrod (IN) Hon. Robert T. Pfeuffer (TX) Hon. Jerome M. Polaha (NV) Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Pope (IL)

Donor News Hon. James M. Redwine (IN)

Justice Perry Inos (MP)

Hon. George H. Allen (TX)

Gretchen and Thomas Sawyer (NV)

Justice at Stake

Hon. Efrain Alvarado (NY)

Hon. and Mrs. William L. Schmidt (CA)

Mr. Michael Kaplan (CA)

Hon. David A. Anderson (VA)

Hon. Chad C. Schmucker (MI)

Casey R Kasper (MI)

Hon. Glen C. Anderson (Ret.) (OR)

Hon. Dennis J. Smith (VA)

Hon. James W. Killam, III (MA)

Hon. Louis A. Araneta (AZ)

Hon. Steve L. Smith (TX)

Irwin Kishner (NV)

Hon. Karen M. Arnold-Burger (KS)

Thomas E. Spahn, Esq. (VA)

Hon. David M. Krashna (CA)

Hon. Carol S. Ball (MA)

Hon. John M. Vittone (Ret.) (MD)

Hon. Philip T. Kyle (Ret.) (KS)

Hon. and Mrs. James A. Belson (DC)

Hon. J. Scott S. Vowell (Ret.) (AL)

Hon. Thomas J Lanphear (GA)

Hon. and Mrs. Elihu M. Berle (CA)

Hon. Dennis B. Leiber (MI)

Hon. Linda M. Billings-Vela (CO)

Prof. Warren L. Lerude (NV)

Hon. Archie E. Blake (NV)

Hon. John G. Lowther (AL)

Hon. C. Jean Bolin (GA)

Hon. William P. Lynch (NM)

Hon. G. Paul Bollwerk, III (DC)

Barry Mahoney, Ph.D. (CO)

Hon. Peter W. Booth (CO)

Hon. James B. Malloy (IA)

Hon. Robert J. Boylston (FL)

Hon. Joseph J. Maltese (NY)

Hon. E. Maurice Braswell (Ret.) (NC)

Hon. Matthew Martin (Ret.) (NC)

Hon. H. Harrison Braxton, Jr. (VA)

Hon. Melvin M. Menegat (OR)

Hon. Rita W. Brown (Ret.) (SC)

Hon. Michael L. Miller (UT)

Hon. Michael J. Cassidy (VA)

Hon. Bruce E. Moore (KS)

Hon. Thomas E. Cheffins (AZ)

Hon. Claudia H. Morcom (MI)

Hon. J. Michelle Childs (SC)

Hon. Devin R. Odell and Maria Fernandez-Gimenez, Ph.D. (CO)

Hon. Richard Cisneros (TX)

Hon. Reba Ann Page (VA)

Hon. William Cousins, Jr. (IL)

Golden Gavel Circle ($250 - $499) Anonymous (1) Aetna Foundation Hon. Don R. Ash (TN) Muriel M. Bartlett (NV) Hon. John P. Bessey (Ret.) (OH) Gary M. Bock (CA) Dan W. Bolton, III, D.O., J.D., LLM (NV) Hon. Toni T. Boone (NV) Hon. George H. Boyett (TX) Hon. Cynthia L. Brewer (MS) Hon. John K. Butler (ID) Hon. William J. Caprathe (MI)

Hon. and Mrs. Guy D. Pfeiffer (GA)

Hon. Phyllis H. Carter (WV)

Pretrial Justice Institute

Hon. Robert L. Childers (TN)

Attorney General Ellen F. Rosenblum (OR)

Hon. Jess B. Clanton (OK)

Hon. Vernon L. Schreiber (WA)

Hon. Toni E. Clarke (MD)

Hon. and Mrs. Olin W. Shinholser (FL)

Hon. Charles R. Cloud (Ret.) (VA)

Hon. Michael Simonson (AZ)

Hon. Dennis D. Conway (WI)

Hon. Maureen Skerda & Deacon Philip Skerda (PA)

Hon. Susan W. Conyers and Mr. Howard W. Conyers (KS)

Hon. Margaret Poles Spencer (VA)

Hon. Robert E. Cupp (TN)

Hon. Keith Starrett (MS)

Col. Eric L. Dillow (NE)

Hon. and Mrs. Robert C. Halbritter (Ret.) (WV) Hon. George N. Hardesty, Jr. (AL) Hon. Calvin D. Hawkins (IN) Kim D. Hogrefe, Esq. (NJ) Hon. Stephen E. Howard (CO) Hon. Karen A. Howze (DC)

Prof. Andrew G. Ferguson (DC) Hon. Timothy J. Finn (IA) Hon. Bruce Fox (NM) Hon. Idee C. Fox (PA)

Rew R. Goodenow, Esq. (NV)

Katheryn Yetter, Esq. (NV)

Hon. Andrew J. Hairston (GA)

Hon. Teri L. Feasel (NV)

Hon. Jennifer Gee (CA)

Nancy Neal Yeend (CA)

Hon. W. Michael Gillette (OR)

Hon. Larry J. Eisenhauer (IA)

Hon. Bruce T. Gatterman (KS)

Lisa M Wiltshire (AZ)

Hon. Kevin L. Fitzwater (NM)

Hon. Richard Eadie (WA)

Hon. Frank Gafkowski, Jr. (CA)

Hon. Mike Willson (TX)

Hon. Jane D. Fishman (FL)

Judith DeMarsh, Esq. (WA)

Robert Gabrielli (NV)

Hon. Terry L. Thurbon (AK)

Hon. Carol A. Eckersen (CA)

Hon. Randall J. Davis (CO) Hon. Jack W. Day (FL)

Hon. Henry D. Ridgely (DE)

Hon. Joseph E. Cirigliano (OH)

Hon. and Mrs. Edward C. Clifton (RI)

Hon. Raymond J. Gordon (MO)

Hon. Kathryn E. Zenoff (IL)

Hon. Stephen S. Goss (GA)

Silver Gavel Circle ($125 - $249)

Hon. Denis E. Guest (IL) Hon. Nancy G. Hamill (PA) Hon. Duane R. Harves (Ret.) (MN)

Anonymous (1)

Hon. William W. Haury, Jr. (FL)

Hon. Christopher E. Acker (CO)

Hon. Sheila A. Hegy (DC)

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James and Jackie Heupel (TX)

Hon. George Varoutsos (VA)

Hon. Jane D. Fishman (FL)

Hon. Jay D. Hockenbury (NC)

Kent Wagner, J.D. (CO)

Prof. Ronald R. Hofer (WI)

Hon. Wallace R. Hoggatt (AZ)

Hon. Thomas C. Warren (WA)

Mr. Michael Kaplan (CA)

Hon. Thomas E. Hollenhorst (CA)

Hon. Chuck Weller (NV)

Hon. William P. Lynch (NM)

Hon. Philip S. Hollman (Ret.) (NH)

Kevin B. Wilson, Esq. (TN)

Hon. Michael J. Oglesby (VA)

Hon. Peggy F. Hora (Ret.) (CA)

Hon. Sharen Wilson (Ret.) (TX)

Hon. Reba Ann Page (VA)

Hon. Gilbert V. Indeglia (RI)

Hon. Steven A. Wise (IA)

Hon. Paul Reiber (VT)

Hon. Michael I. Jeffery (AK) Hon. Perry O. Johnson, IV (CA) Hon. James E. Kelley (IA) Hon. Kevin R. Kelly (MO) Hon. William G. Kelly (MI) Hon. John W. Kennedy, Jr. (CA) Hon. J. Ernest Kinard (SC) Vincent L. Knight, Esq. (NM) Ramsey L. Kropf (CO) Hon. Darren Kugler (NM) Hon. Alberto C. Lamorena, III (Guam) Hon. Paul G. Levy (NJ) Hon. Robert C. Lovell (OK) Hon. John A. MacPhail (Ret.) (SC)

2013 Pillars Of Justice Freedom Circle ($25,000 +)

Chevron Corporation

Liberty Circle ($15,000 +)

Chubb & Son, Inc. Justice Circle ($10,000 +)

Hon. Juergen Maruhn (Germany) Mr. and Mrs. Ernest J. Maupin (NV) Hon. Thomas McAvoy (NY) Hon. Robert E. McBeth (WA) Hon. Steven D. McMorris (NV)

McDonald Carano Wilson LLP

Honor Circle ($5,000 +)

Hon. Ronald T. Y. Moon (Ret.) (HI) Hon. William F. Morgan (PA) Hon. Samuel D. Natal (NJ) Hon. David W. Nelson (ND) Hon. and Mrs. Leslie C. Nichols (CA)

Barrick Gold Corporation Rawle & Henderson, LLP Honorable Mention Donors To Pillars Of Justice Fund

Hon. David Ortley (MT) Hon. and Mrs. George A. Pagano (PA) Hon. Richard E. Parrott (OH) Hon. George M. Peagler, Jr. (GA) Steven F. Pflaum and Karen L. Robertson (IL) Teresa Rankin (NV) Hon. Lyle L. Richmond (American Samoa) Lt. Col. Eugene Robinson (AP) Mr. Gareth W. Rosenau (MD) Hon. Daniel Patrick Ryan (MI) Hon. Peter A. Sakai (TX) Hon. Paul W. Schnake (CO) Anne Segal, Esq. (AZ)

Peter J. Neeson, Esq. (PA)

2013 Circle of Justice Members Mr. and Mrs. Ed Lyngar (NV) Hon. Robert E. Cupp (TN) Hon. Jerome M. Polaha (NV) Hon. James G. Blanchard, Jr. (GA)

In Honor of

Hon. David L. Shakes (CO) Hon. Charles A. Shaw (MO) Hon. Thomas E. Sims (Ret.) (MO) Hon. Phillip K. Sinclair (SC) Hon. David R. Sweat (GA) Hon. William Sweet (DE) Stephen T. Talpins (FL) The Guido A. and Elizabeth H. Binda Foundation Hon. Robert C. Tobias (CO) Dr. Richard A. Valdez (UT) Hon. Jon A. Van Allsburg (MI) Hon. Jerry M. Vanderhoef (AL)

Hon. James D. Rogers (Ret.) (MN) Attorney General Ellen F. Rosenblum (OR) Kim Sinatra, Esq. (NV) Hon. Steve L. Smith (TX) Stephen T. Talpins (FL)

In Honor of Ms. Jennifer Garrett Hon. George N. Hardesty, Jr. (AL)

In Honor of Mr. John F. Muffler Hon. Susan W. Conyers and Mr. Howard W. Conyers (KS)

In Honor of The National Judicial College Staff Hon. Susan W. Conyers and Mr. Howard W. Conyers (KS)

In Honor of Hon. Joe N. Pigott

Hon. Bruce S. Mencher (DC) Hon. Hannes Meyers, Jr. (MI)

Hon. Henry D. Ridgely (DE)

In Honor of Hon. Neil E. Axel Edith A. Weiner (NY)

In Honor of Hon. William F. Dressel Hon. Efrain Alvarado (NY) Hon. Daniel S. Anderson (IA) Hon. John P. Bessey (Ret.) (OH) Hon. Phyllis H. Carter (WV) Hon. Susan W. Conyers and Mr. Howard W. Conyers (KS) Hon. Larry J. Eisenhauer (IA)

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Hon. Keith Starrett (MS)

In Honor of Hon. Samuel J. Slom Hon. Juergen Maruhn (Germany)

In Honor of Hon. Tania Wright Hon. Carolyn I. Wright (TX)

In Memory of In Memory of Mr. Donald L. Bradshaw, Sr. Kelley Bradshaw Adams (NV)

In Memory of Charles A. Brewer Hon. Cynthia L. Brewer (MS)

In Memory of Robert J. Compston Christina Batjer (NV) Marybel Batjer (NV)

In Memory of Hon. John V. Corrigan Hon. Colleen Conway Cooney (OH)

In Memory of Hon. William H. Erickson Prof. Henry R. Reeve (CO)

Donor News In Memory of Hon. Arthur A. Gladstone Kenneth J. Bolen (VA)

In Memory of Justice Elmer Gunderson Peter C. Neumann, Esq. (NV)

In Memory of Vincent L. Kearney Hon. Sara Welch (KS)

In Memory of Duke Logan, Esq.

Tom C. Clark Founder’s Circle ($10,000 - $24,999)

John L. Holcomb, Esq. (FL) Hon. Peggy F. Hora (Ret.) (CA) Hon. Procter R. Hug, Jr. (NV) Justice at Stake

J. F Maddox Foundation

Mr. Michael Kaplan (CA)

Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation

Brian A. Larson, Esq. (NV) Prof. Warren L. Lerude (NV)

President’s Circle ($5,000 - $9,999)

Hon. Michel Levant (MD) Charles W. Matthews, Jr., Esq. (TX) Peter J. Neeson, Esq. (PA)

Ann Thornton Field, Esq. (PA)

NV Energy

McDonald Carano Wilson LLP

Hon. Michael J. Oglesby (VA)

South Carolina Bar Foundation

Hon. Reba Ann Page (VA)

Hon. Jess B. Clanton (OK)

Hon. and Mrs. Earl G. Penrod (IN)

In Memory of Hon. Florence K. Murray

Pretrial Justice Institute

Hon. Janette A. Bertness (RI)

Diamond Gavel Circle ($2,500 - $4,999)

Philadelphia Bar Association Rawle & Henderson, LLP Hon. Paul Reiber (VT) Dr. James T. and Cynthia M. Richardson (NV)

In Memory of C.A. White

Hon. Henry D. Ridgely (DE)

Professor Penny J. White (TN)

Attorney General Ellen F. Rosenblum (OR)

In Memory of James F. Williams Hon. Duane R. Harves (Ret.) (MN)

In Memory of Justice David Zenoff Hon. Kathryn E. Zenoff (IL)

2013 Donors to the William F. Dressel Scholarship Endowment Hon. Efrain Alvarado (NY) Hon. Daniel S. Anderson (IA) Hon. Don R. Ash (TN) Hon. John P. Bessey (Ret.) (OH) Hon. Toni T. Boone (NV) William J. Brunson, Esq. (NV)

William T. Robinson, III, Esq. (KY) Hon. W. Terry Ruckriegle (CO) The Phil and Jennifer Satre Family Charitable Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada Gretchen and Thomas Sawyer (NV) Hon. Chad C. Schmucker (MI)

Colorado District Judges Association Colorado Judicial Institute Hon. Susan W. Conyers and Mr. Howard W. Conyers (KS) Hon. Larry J. Craddock (TX) Hon. Paul J. De Muniz (Ret.) (OR) Hon. and Mrs. William F. Dressel (NV) Hon. Michael Eakin (PA) Hon. Larry J. Eisenhauer (IA) Hon. Jane D. Fishman (FL)

Gabelli Foundation Inc.

Platinum Gavel Circle ($1,000 - $2,499) Anonymous (1) Baker, Donelson, Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC Jack Balagia, Jr., Esq. (TX)

Kim Sinatra, Esq. (NV)

Chevron Humankind Matching Gift Program

Hon. Steve L. Smith (TX)

Colorado Judicial Institute

David C. Steelman (NH)

Hon. Ana Lisa Garza (TX)

Felix F. Stumpf, Esq. (NV)

Rew R. Goodenow, Esq. (NV)

Matthew Sweeney, Esq. (TN)

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Mark G. Tratos, Esq. (NV) Hon. John M. Vittone (Ret.) (MD) Mr. and Mrs. Saul A. Wolfe (NJ)

Hon. Karl B. Grube (FL) Hon. Procter R. Hug, Jr. (NV) Hon. Karen L. Hunt (Ret.) (AK)

Nancy Neal Yeend (CA)

Matthew Sweeney, Esq. (TN)

January Through July 2014 Donors

Hon. Phyllis H. Carter (WV) Hon. Charles R. Cloud (Ret.) (VA)

American Bar Association

Special Recognition Donors ($100,000 + )

Wells Fargo Foundation Hon. Douglas G. White (TN)

Crystal Gavel Circle ($500 - $999) Robert Gabrielli (NV) Hon. James B. Malloy (IA) Mr. and Mrs. Carl Naumann (NV)

Laura and John Arnold Foundation

Dale K. Raggio (NV) Rawle & Henderson, LLP Hon. James M. Redwine (IN)

Tom C. Clark Pinnacle Circle ($25,000 +)

Mark G. Tratos, Esq. (NV) Douglas Unger (NV)

Golden Gavel Circle ($250 - $499)

John Frankovich, Esq. (NV)

Chevron Corporation

Hon. W. Michael Gillette (OR)

ExxonMobil Corporation

Aetna Foundation

Hon. Sophia H. Hall (IL)

Hon. Sophia H. Hall (IL)

Hon. Todd Blomerth (TX)

Col. Rodger C. Harris, USMC (NC)

William N. Pennington Foundation

Hon. Cynthia L. Brewer (MS)

Girardi & Keese

Hon. Calvin D. Hawkins (IN) Ronald R. Hofer (WI)

Hon. Toni T. Boone (NV) Hon. Joseph E. Cirigliano (OH) Hon. Andre Davis (MD)

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Hon. Mark R. Denton (NV) Hon. Michael Eakin (PA) Friends of Marybel Batjer Hon. Stephen S. Goss (GA) Hon. and Mrs. Robert C. Halbritter (Ret.) (WV) Hon. Michael D. Jacobs (CA) Irwin Kishner (NV) Hon. David M. Krashna (CA) Joy and Ed Lyngar (NV) Hon. Matthew Martin (Ret.) (NC) Hon. William G. Meyer (CO) Hon. William F. Morgan (PA) Hon. James A. Morrow (MN) Jack H. Olender, Esq. (DC) Hon. and Mrs. Earl G. Penrod (IN) Hon. and Mrs. Guy D. Pfeiffer (GA) Hon. Jerome M. Polaha (NV) Gretchen and Thomas Sawyer (NV) David A. Sellers (VA) Glenna J. Sheveland, Esq. (NC) Hon. and Mrs. Olin W. Shinholser (FL) Hon. James O. Spence (SC) Hon. Tracie A. Todd (AL) Hon. John M. Vittone (Ret.) (MD)

Silver Gavel Circle ($125 - $249)

Hon. W. Thomas Minahan (OH)

Hon. Thomas M. Ammons, III (VA)

Dr. Roger H. Peters (FL)

Hon. Steven Andreasen (IA) Muriel M. Bartlett (NV) Hon. Linda M. Billings-Vela (CO) Hon. Archie E. Blake (NV) Hon. Rita W. Brown (Ret.) (SC) Hon. Michael J. Cassidy (VA) Hon. Toni E. Clarke (MD) Bryan Collopy, Esq. (NM) Hon. Thomas E. Connolly (MA) Hon. and Mrs. E. Duane Daugherty (IN) Hon. Kevin L. Fitzwater (NM) Hon. F. Michael Goodbee (CO) Hon. Duane R. Harves (Ret.) (MN) Hon. Philip S. Hollman (Ret.) (NH)

Hon. James A. Morrow (MN) Hon. Frederic B. Rodgers (Ret.) (CO) Hon. Robert E. Rose (NV) Hon. Daniel Patrick Ryan (MI) Hon. and Mrs. Michael A. Silverstein (RI) Hon. Keith Starrett (MS) Hon. Louis Thayer (MN) Hon. Joseph M. Troy (Ret.) (WI) Hon. Lisa S. Van Amburg (MO) Hon. Thomas E. Vance (CO) Hon. Leslie A. Wagner (WA) Hon. Marcia K. Walsh (MO) Hon. Laura Weiser (TX)

In Memory of – 2014 Donors

Dr. Jeffrey D.E. Jeffries (NC) Benjamin W. Joseph (VT) Hon. John W. Kennedy, Jr. (CA) Vincent L. Knight, Esq. (NM) Hon. Philip T. Kyle (Ret.) (KS) Hon. Bobby R. McGee (TN) Marilyn R. Melton (NV) Hon. Bruce S. Mencher (DC)

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In Memory of Charles A. Brewer Hon. Cynthia L. Brewer (MS)

In Memory of Gordon E. White and Elizabeth White Hon. Douglas G. White (TN)

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