In an attempt to improve the experiences of clerks and curb issues of harassment and discrimination within the judiciary, a fairly new non-profit organization is reportedly increasing its efforts. This group, established by a former judicial clerk, aims to imbue more transparency into the clerkship experience.
The organization seeks to expose misconducts, including overbearing behaviors, biases, and kinds of discrimination, from judges that could detrimentally affect the experiences of clerks. Wedding both the historical approach to clerking, with its renowned benefits of practical legal education, and the power of shared experiences in today’s digital age, the initiative is akin to a ‘Yelp for Judges’. It fundamentally offers a platform where clerks can share their experiences working with different judges, anonymously if preferred, and be heard by their colleagues, superiors, and future clerks considering their career paths.
The legal profession needs more such novel approaches to root out systemic issues and empower its members. Particularly now, as the legal field continues to evolve rapidly in response to societal changes as well as technological advancements. Such a resource is likely to be invaluable in helping individuals make informed decisions about their career paths and confront and challenge misconducts more effectively.
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