Judge Clifton B. Newman on Civility in the Courtroom | ABOTA Speaks Podcast

In this episode of ABOTA Speaks, host Jill Webb talks with the Honorable Clifton B. Newman, ABOTA Honorary Diplomate and one of the Nation’s most respected judicial voices. Known internationally for presiding over the Alex Murdaugh trial, Judge Newman brings decades of experience, insight, and uncommon steadiness to this conversation on civility, judicial independence, and the evolving role of the courtroom in public life.

Judge Newman reflects on how judges can model dignity, fairness, and restraint even under intense scrutiny; why civility is essential not just for lawyers but for the health of the justice system itself; and how livestreaming, media attention, and public pressure intersect with the judge’s duty to maintain order and impartiality.

He also shares stories from his path to the bench, including the unexpected moment in high school that first sparked his interest in the law, and discusses his transition to mediation following decades of service on the South Carolina Circuit Court.

Whether you followed the Murdaugh trial closely or want practical wisdom on professionalism and courtroom leadership, this conversation offers thoughtful guidance from a judge known for his calm, clarity, and commitment to justice.

CHAPTER MARKERS
0:00 Welcome and Introduction
2:34 Cameras in the Courtroom
3:46 Access to Justice and Modern Technology
4:17 Judicial Security and Public Scrutiny
6:41 The Murdaugh Trial and Media Attention
8:13 Remaining Neutral Under Pressure
10:03 Life After the Bench: Mediation and Service
11:16 What Inspired a Life in the Law
12:56 Closing Thoughts
13:34 Holiday Message

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