It is necessary to periodically set out the current condition of the administration of justice and attempt to point the way to new directions that the courts can take to make essential improvements. This compendium provides an overview of various elements of the judicial system, how things have been improved, and what can be further developed from the perspective of academics, practitioners, and judges. This updated Eighth Edition is divided into six sections: The Judicial System, Judicial Officers, Court Operations, Case Presentation, Specialized Courts, and Serving the Community.