Abstract
This Articles discusses the various underpinnings of American judicial independence. Though giving credence to provisions such as selection, compensation, and retention, the Article focuses on the judicial ethical norms that have developed through the history of the United States. It covers such rules as ex parte communications, gifts, political activities, and codes applicable to lawyers.
Recommended Citation
Vincent R. Johnson,
The Ethical Foundations of American Judicial Independence,
29 Fordham Urb. L.J. 1007
(2002).
Available at: https://ir.lawnet.fordham.edu/ulj/vol29/iss3/9