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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 23-1023.003% growth 2024-2034, About as fast as average (~3,100 openings/yr)Typical pay: $156,210/yr

Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates

What this job is about

Ensure fair and just legal proceedings in all cases.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Monitor court proceedings

    Ensure that all applicable rules and procedures are followed during trials.

  2. 2

    Instruct juries on laws

    Guide juries to understand applicable laws and deduce facts from evidence.

  3. 3

    Rule on evidence admissibility

    Decide which evidence is permissible and how testimony is conducted.

  4. 4

    Write legal decisions

    Draft decisions on cases based on findings and legal research.

  5. 5

    Supervise court personnel

    Oversee judges, court officers, and administrative staff to maintain order.

Tools used in this work
Adobe AcrobatMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.