Committees

Two central themes provide the fundamental foundation for all activities of the National Conference of the Administrative Law Judiciary (NCALJ)—the personal, professional growth of members and the sound development of the law relating to the administrative judiciary. The Conference seeks to improve the functioning of the administrative law judge by contributing to developments in legislation and regulations; by objectively and fairly evaluating such developments; by communicating the Conference's evaluations, critiques and concerns to policy makers and government officials; and by sharing these communications with Conference members and the public.

In working toward achieving these goals, NCALJ's Executive Committee is acutely aware that each theme can be most effectively pursued through activities which foster and encourage a diverse membership, broad opportunities for all members to contribute in their own way, and the ability of the Conference to open paths for members to participate and advance, if and as they wish, in the development of NCALJ.

Perhaps the best way NCALJ members work together professionally and socially to meet the Conference's goals is through the committee system which provides a lively and open forum for debate, analysis and education. Through the work and dedication of committees, NCALJ gives you access to other judges from across the country with common, as well as diverse, interests and goals.

Using the national voice of the American Bar Association, NCALJ committees have achieved a great deal on behalf of the administrative judiciary, yet there is much more to be accomplished. Many NCALJ members have expressed the view that Committee work has provided them with unprecedented professional and personal growth and for that reason, Conference committees have a very enthusiastic group of individuals committed to the cause of improved judicial standards. NCALJ encourages its members to become involved and bring their ideas and concerns to the attention of these committees so that the objectives and interests of all members can be heard, understood and incorporated into NCALJ proposals, projects and initiatives.

Enrollment for the NCALJ 2009-10 Committees begins on September 1, 2009. Please note that all Committee members must re-enroll on a yearly basis. Enrollment can be done clicking the link below and logging in with your member ID and password:

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View descriptions of NCALJ committees here.

NCALJ Committees for the 2009-10 association year include:

Committee	Chair, Co-Chair and Vice Chairs
AALJ Liaison	Chair: Thomas W. Snook
ABA Working Group on Health Care Access Proposals	Chair: Ann Breen-Greco
Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice Section Liaison	Chair: Robin Arzt
ADR in Administrative Adjudication	Chair: Janet James Mahon
Annual Meeting	Chair: Bruce T. Cooper
Budget	Chair: Thomas Snook Vice-Chair: Ann Breen-Greco
By-Laws Procedures Resolution and Blanket Authority	Chair: Bruce T. Cooper
Diversity	Chair: Errol Powell
Education and Programs	Co-Chair: Judith Boggs Co-Chair: Christina Kalavritinos
Ethics	Chair: Edwin L. Felter, Jr.
Federal Legislation Committee	Co-Chair: Judith Boggs Co-Chair: Ira Sandron
Immigration Law	Chair: Ira Sandron
International Law	Chair: Edwin L. Felter Jr.
Judicial Coordination	Co-Chair: Judith Boggs Co-Chair: Larry Craddock Co-Chair: Julian Mann, III
Labor and Employment Law	Chair: Ira Sandron
Membership	Chair: Christina Kalavritinos
Midyear Meeting	Chair: Errol Powell
NAALJ Liaison	Chair: Mary Margaret Anderson
Nominating - By appointment only	Chair: Richard Goodwin
Publications	Chair: Janet James Mahon
Senior and Retired Judges	Chair: Larry Craddock
Special Education	Chair: Ann Breen-Greco
State, Local and Central Panel Administration Adjudication	Co-Chair: Larry Craddock Co-Chair: Julian Mann, III
Strategic Planning	Co-Chair: Judith Boggs Co-Chair: Jeri Somers
Technology	Chair: Thomas Snook
TIPS Liaison and Workers Compensation	Chair: Janet Coulter