Yes they are
They were, but once they become a judge they are not allowed to practice law since it would be a conflict of interest.
they were not allowed to practice law
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common sense,,,,,,,a degree
It's not possible to make case law without a case in dispute.
The state of California has 249,648 lawyers, and 182,772 of them actively practice law. Among those who are no longer actively practicing law, some are now judges, some have retired, and some are not eligible to practice.
Believe it or not, in some states, judges and hearing officers, are NOT required to possess a law degree.
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Used mostly in law schools where, for court room practice, law students are given cases to argue in front of mock (fake) juries and mock (fake) judges.
Judges in Canada are prohibited from voting to maintain the integrity and impartiality of the judiciary. This restriction ensures that judges remain neutral and unbiased in their judicial roles, preventing any potential conflicts of interest or perceptions of partiality. By abstaining from voting, judges uphold the principle of separation of powers and reinforce public confidence in the judicial system. This practice reflects the belief that a judge's primary responsibility is to apply the law fairly, without influence from political affiliations or electoral outcomes.
The Fugitive Slave Law of 1850 allowed judges to receive a higher fee for ruling in favor of slaveholders seeking the return of escaped slaves. This financial incentive motivated judges to comply with and enforce the provisions of the law.
Moot trial is a practice for law students. The students participate in simulated court proceedings.