Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates

• Rule on admissibility of evidence and methods of conducting testimony.
• Instruct juries on applicable laws, direct juries to deduce the facts from the evidence presented, and hear their verdicts.
• Award compensation for damages to litigants in civil cases in relation to findings by juries or by the court.
• Monitor proceedings to ensure that all applicable rules and procedures are followed.
• Preside over hearings and listen to allegations made by plaintiffs to determine whether the evidence supports the charges.
• Research legal issues and write opinions on the issues.
• Write decisions on cases.
• Advise attorneys, juries, litigants, and court personnel regarding conduct, issues, and proceedings.
• Interpret and enforce rules of procedure or establish new rules in situations where there are no procedures already established by law.
• Settle disputes between opposing attorneys.
• Impose restrictions upon parties in civil cases until trials can be held.
• Provide information regarding the judicial system or other legal issues through the media and public speeches.

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• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates.