Articles for court professionals
Browse NCSC's most recent articles exploring issues of top interest to state courts.
Cultivating successful partnerships
Successful court technology projects rely on more than good contracts and capable software. They succeed when courts and solution providers commit to clear communication, shared expectations, continuous collaboration, and mutual respect built on trust and transparency.
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How one ICM Fellows project transformed a state's caseflow management system & a career
Kelly Hutton's applied research during the ICM Fellows program reshaped North Dakota's caseflow system and launched her path to national and international leadership.
AI foundations in the courts
Here are some practical insights for building a solid foundation for responsible AI use in your court, encompassing privacy, bias, ethics, and accessibility.
How online dispute resolution works for everyone
Moving some processes online offers a a practical way to resolve cases more efficiently. Our tested tools, expert guidance, and lessons from courts around the globe will help you adopt ODR in your court with confidence.
Lessons learned in online dispute resolution
These lessons, drawn from real court pilot programs, offer a foundation for your court to launch or improve an ODR program.
Ensuring effective communication for people with disabilities
NCSC's webinars explore the inclusive communication practices court professionals need to use to empower individuals with disabilities to fully participate in court processes.
Celebrating America’s 250th anniversary
Discover how state courts are planning for America's 250th anniversary and taking the opportunity to emphasize the impact of state courts in meaningful ways.
Q & A with ICM Fellow Bryan Farrell
The journey through NCSC's Institute for Court Management certifications didn't just change how Clark County District Court Administrator Bryan Farrell leads — it changed how he sees what's possible.
Contracting digital services for courts
NCSC offers guidance to help your court navigate complex agreements with digital service providers to ensure transparency, security, and fairness.
Reimagining competency & restoration: From practice to possibility
This article explores current competency laws, system bottlenecks, and emerging practices that support timely, fair, and effective outcomes to assist courts, justice partners, and policymakers.
Civil protection order portals offer greater access for domestic violence survivors
Our research, consultation, and collaboration with courts in multiple states and jurisdictions has informed promising practices, common implementation challenges, and technical requirements for civil protection order (CPO) portals.
Getting started with eviction diversion
The guidelines and methods developed by our experts address issues shared by all models of eviction diversion programs.
Q & A with ICM Fellow Kelly Sullivan
As the court executive officer for the Sacramento County Superior Court, Kelly Sullivan exemplifies dedication and strategic leadership. Her journey to becoming an ICM Fellow showcases her commitment to growth and impactful change within the judicial system.
Removing housing barriers through record relief
A growing number of jurisdictions are exploring the use of eviction sealing and expungement to disrupt harm from eviction filings that can follow renters for years, regardless of the circumstances or outcome of the court filling.
Learn ways to help end human trafficking
Our human trafficking awareness course for commercial driver's license (CDL) holders assists state and local courts in joining the effort to end human trafficking.
Elevating court leadership through executive coaching
Read through our FAQs to learn more about executive coaching and its value to court organizations of all shapes and sizes.
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