I have worked with courthouse data for years to perform statistical analysis and develop planning tools and business processes. This includes data on individual courts and data on portfolios with many courthouses.

As court operations are approaching a new normal, many court administrators and judges face questions about future space usage. Will virtual hearings and proceedings reduce the need for courtroom space? Will the transition to fully remote or hybrid work for court staff remain in place for the long...

Evictions are rising across the country. Beginning in March 2020, a patchwork of federal, state, and local eviction moratoriums were enacted as a response to the direct and indirect effects of the COVID pandemic. But the moratoriums were largely lifted between the end of 2021 and mid-2022. Since...

“Oh no, not jury duty!” exclaims the frazzled parent of two toddlers, the plumber with a calendar full of appointments and kids in college, or the graduate student working full-time and taking evening classes. Busy citizens from all walks of life often share a sense of dread upon learning they must...

The public can find courthouses to be an intimidating experience. Visitors to a courthouse are often there to support a family member, be a witness in a proceeding, or sometimes a plaintiff or defendant. They often need to spend a large portion of the day in the building, and amenities can help...