Peter C. Kiefer A Question of Ethics, artificial intelligence, Ethics, Featured Post

Court, Ethics, and Artificial Intelligence

March 28, 2024, A Question of Ethics Conversation Episode Brought to You in Cooperation with the National Association for Court Management Join Kevin Bowling as we discuss the ethical issues surrounding the burgeoning topic of courts’ use of artificial intelligence (AI).  Kevin discusses a definition of AI and specifically generative AI, existing practical uses in … Continue reading Court, Ethics, and Artificial Intelligence

Peter C. Kiefer Court Leader's Advantage, Legal Advice, Self-Service Centers

Courts and Self-Service: How Much Do We Tell Litigants?

May 21st Court Leader’s Advantage Podcast Episode Although they are not universally accepted, court self-service centers can help prepare self-represented litigants to navigate the exotic terrain of the courtroom.  They can also expedite court proceedings and weed out inappropriate arguments.  Less obvious but equally as important, the information these centers provide helps boost the public’s … Continue reading Courts and Self-Service: How Much Do We Tell Litigants?

Peter C. Kiefer A Question of Ethics, Court Employee and Workforce Issues, Featured Post, Leadership, Leadership

Organizational Fairness: Three Perspectives

Question of Ethics: A Conversation on Courts and Ethics – January 25, 2024, Episode Brought to You in Cooperation with the National Association for Court Management Welcome to the latest episode of A Question of Ethics Conversation.  The topic for this discussion is Organization Fairness.  The October 26th, 2023, Question of Ethics Conversation hosted by Samantha Wallis, brought … Continue reading Organizational Fairness: Three Perspectives

Peter C. Kiefer court administration, Court Leader's Advantage, Featured Posts, Self-Service Centers

Courts and Self-Service: How Much Do They Help?

April 16th Court Leader’s Advantage Podcast Episode It may have started with the advent of no-fault divorce in the 1970s.  But the numbers of litigants representing themselves in court has regularly increased year after year.  This fact has presented a challenge for the community and for courts.  People pursuing legal matters in court and who … Continue reading Courts and Self-Service: How Much Do They Help?