About the role
Judges are lawyers who work as judges in district courts. They have completed a law degree at a university and then subsequent clerkship, and may also have worked as an assessor. Judges are responsible for judging cases and leading negotiations in court.Responsibilities
Judges prepare and lead trials, assess evidence, and decide cases. They write judgments and decisions, as well as handle administrative tasks within the court. Maintaining legal certainty and objectivity in the assessment of cases is central to their work.Skills and tools
Judges must have in-depth knowledge of law, good ability to analyze and interpret legal texts, and skill in writing legal documents. They use legal databases and justice systems to find relevant legislation and case law. Objectivity, integrity, and decision-making ability are important qualities.