Judge
さいばんかん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Judges fairly and impartially hear cases and deliver judgments or orders based on the law as a judicial official.
Description
Judges are national public servants who scrutinize evidence and laws in various legal disputes such as civil, criminal, family, and administrative cases, conduct fair hearings, and issue judgments and orders. They handle hearings from parties and witnesses, manage court proceedings, and prepare written reasons for judgments. Since judgments have a significant impact on social life, high expertise and ethics are required.
Future Outlook
High social stability, but limited new hiring slots. Efficiency in court procedures is expected to advance through digitalization and AI utilization.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Fair and impartial / High ethical standards / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Civil servant / Court employment / Fixed hours / Overtime possible / Transfers possible
Career Path
Assistant judge → District court justice → High court justice → Supreme court justice
Required Skills
Evidence evaluation / Legal document drafting / Litigation document preparation / Management of oral arguments
Recommended Skills
IT skills (court support systems) / Judicial training experience / Reading English legal documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Essential for logically interpreting and applying laws and evidence. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Overlooking details in evidence or laws can lead to misjudgments. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for clearly communicating court proceedings and judgment reasons orally and in writing. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to continuously learn and apply legal amendments and precedents. |
| Planning & Organization | Management skills are necessary to handle numerous cases and deliver judgments within deadlines. |
| Problem Solving | Essential for resolving complex legal issues and reaching fair conclusions. |
| Stress Tolerance | High mental endurance is required to make important decisions and bear social responsibility. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few opportunities for complex numerical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work indoors, so physical burden is low. |
Related Qualifications
- Completed judicial training
- Passed the bar exam
Aliases
- Justice
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- Court clerk
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