Judges are elected or appointed officials who act as impartial decision-makers in the pursuit of justice. They apply the law to court cases by overseeing legal proceedings in courts, ruling on questions of law, and facilitating negotiations between opposing parties. When judges are not in the courtroom, they can be found in their chambers doing legal research, looking over cases, and supervising other court staff. Judges commonly preside over trials or hearings of cases regarding nearly every aspect of society, from individual traffic offences to issues concerning the rights of large corporations. They listen to arguments and determine whether the evidence presented deserves a trial.
