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The work of justice is more urgent than ever. Public trust is fragile, access to justice remains uneven, and technology is reshaping courts. Yet democracy comes to life in state courts every day. NCSC helps ensure justice is fair, equitable & efficient.
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We are a proudly nonpartisan partner helping courts meet a polarized and evolving moment. We invite you to join with us in this work and help bring America’s promise a little more within reach. ncsc.org

Driving innovation in justice | National Center for State Courts

The National Center for State Courts is a community of court leaders and professionals. We drive innovation and advancement in courts and justice systems.

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The Arizona Supreme Court unanimously approved Grand Canyon University’s new College of Law, creating a new pathway for graduates to pursue attorney licensure, subject to state licensing requirements and court oversight. news.gcu.edu/press-releases/… #StateCourts @AZCourts @GCUNews49

Arizona Supreme Court grants historic approval for Grand Canyon University’s new College of Law -...

First-of-its-kind authorization allows GCU to pioneer new regulatory framework for legal education and establishes pathway for graduates to pursue licensure in Arizona (Oct. 15, 2026) […]

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Court dogs like Nutmeg are paws-itively making a difference! 🐾 These four-legged companions help ease stress and provide comfort to children navigating the court process. A little furry support can go a long way! 🐶 #StateCourts
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Meet Nutmeg, a four-legged member of the Montgomery County court family! 🐾 Court can be a stressful and overwhelming experience for children, and Nutmeg is there to help. #pacourthousecompanions
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After an October break, the TRI/NCSC AI Policy Consortium webinar series returns Nov. 18 to explore AI deepfakes and altered evidence—and what courts can do about these challenges. 🕛 Nov. 18 at 1 p.m. ET Register: zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_… #StateCourts #AI @TRIExecutives
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Guardianship can affect adults of all ages—including young adults transitioning to adulthood. A person-centered approach considers the individual’s needs, alternatives, rights, and autonomy—and recognizes that the right level of support can change over time. #Guardianship
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State courts are hiring. Are you looking? NCSC’s Community Job Board brings together open positions from state courts across the country, including roles in: 🏛️ Court administration 📣 Communications 💻 Information technology 🤝 Social work …and more.
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Whether you’re beginning a career or looking for a new professional challenge, the job board offers one place to explore opportunities across the state courts community. Explore open positions today. 👉 ncsc.org/resources-courts/st… #StateCourts #CourtCareers #LegalJobs #Hiring

State court job postings

Use our interactive map to find your next career with the courts.

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ODR isn’t just online court. It gives litigants a digital space to manage a case and work toward resolution without necessarily stepping into a courtroom.
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Depending on the case, ODR can let people access cases, communicate asynchronously, exchange documents, negotiate, get plain-language legal information, make payments, and turn agreements into court documents.
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ODR isn’t about recreating the courtroom on a screen. It’s about rethinking dispute resolution around how people actually resolve disputes. Learn 8 lessons for getting ODR right. ncsc.org/resources-courts/le… #ODR #CourtTechnology #AccessToJustice #Courts #StateCourts

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.

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AI can do more than make work faster—it can give court employees time back for higher-value work. A new survey found that court professionals expect AI to save an average of 9 hours per week within five years. #AI #CourtTechnology #AIinCourts @TRIExecutives
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Read “Staffing, Operations & Technology: A 2026 Survey of State Courts” report for more insights into how courts are currently using AI. thomsonreuters.com/en/instit…

Staffing, Operations & Technology: A 2026 Survey of State Courts | Thomson Reuters Institute

As workloads climb and staffing gaps widen, state courts are moving past the question of whether to adopt AI and into the much harder work of actually doing it, a new study shows

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What if courts could simplify the legal process from the start? NCSC and @IAALS are seeking one state or local court to redesign a high-volume civil case process through the Uncomplicated Courts Initiative Pilot Project. ncsc.org/opportunity/uncompl…

Uncomplicated Courts Initiative

Apply for up to $30,000 in funding and support from IAALS and NCSC to redesign high-volume civil case processes. Learn more at an Oct. 5 webinar. Deadline to apply is Oct 23.

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The selected court will receive up to $30,000 and one year of hands-on support to assess, redesign, and launch a simpler process for cases such as eviction, debt collection, or small claims. Applications are due Oct. 23 at 11:59 p.m. MT. #StateCourts #Courts
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What if professional growth starts with asking better questions—not giving better advice? Our Judicial Coaching Program offers judges a peer-to-peer approach built on reflection, active listening and powerful questioning.
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Unlike traditional mentoring, judicial coaching helps judges discover their own solutions. Trained peer coaches provide a confidential, nonjudgmental space for reflection and growth. Learn more. ncsc.org/resources-courts/un… #JudicialLeadership #StateCourts

Unlocking a judge's potential through peer coaching

Judicial coaching is a nondirective, peer-to-peer development model where trained judges (coaches) guide colleagues through reflective inquiry, active listening, and powerful questioning. Judges are...

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NCSC is honored to serve as secretariat for the American Judges Association (AJA), which recently met in Nashville to explore issues shaping the judiciary, from judicial independence and leadership to AI, restorative justice, and judicial well-being. #StateCourts #AJA #Judges
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The National Open Court Data Standards (NODS) provides common data elements, definitions, and values to help courts align data and improve interoperability. Because systems can’t connect effectively until they agree on what data means.
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Explore NODS and NCSC’s research on strengthening criminal history reporting and data exchange. nationalcenterforstatecourts… #CourtData #Data #StateCourts

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Better data doesn’t always mean collecting more. Different definitions, values, and structures can make existing court data difficult to interpret or share across systems. That’s where data standards can help.
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