NCACC’s 53rd Annual ConferenceAustin, Texas | August 2–6, 2026 Experience Austin and Join Us for Unforgettable Evenings! The countdown is on for the NCACC’s 53rd Annual Conference, and excitement continues to build as we finalize plans for a week full of education, connection, and memorable Austin experiences. In addition to our dynamic programming, we’re especially…
by John Tomasino (FL) Like many appellate clerk offices, we rely heavily on Tableau to report on case data drawn from our case management systems. These reports are often shared in PDF format with judges and court leadership, where presentation matters as much as accuracy. Recently, I encountered a familiar problem: a table-based Tableau report…
by Scott Mitchell (AL) Spring has finally arrived! With longer days and warmer temperatures, evenings hold the promise of dinners on the patio, a walk through the neighborhood, some much needed yardwork, or watching a kid’s soccer match or baseball game. And for the NCACC, spring means it is time for the Executive Committee to convene. As I…
By Mary Beth Kuenzel (FL) “Nothing is certain but death and taxes,” wrote Benjamin Franklin. If he were writing today, I’m certain he would add email as another constant. For many of us, email can feel less like a tool and more like a fire hose. The good news is that with a few intentional…
By Mary Beth Kuenzel (FL) My current Chief Judge shares an occasional newsletter with the court, and my contributions have generally been tips about our case management system, reminders about confidential information in court filings, and the like. But for one issue, I created this puzzle. While the pun was all mine, ChatGPT assisted with…
The Bylaws Committee has focused exclusively on the plain-language review of the Bylaws since the 2025 Annual Meeting. We have the following items to report: Megan Scanlon’s resignation In December 2025, former committee Chair Megan Scanlon accepted a position as Associate University Counsel with Virginia Commonwealth University. As a result, Megan stepped down from the committee,…
Mark your calendars for the 2027 NCACC Annual Conference in downtown Tampa July 18-22, 2027. The conference will be held at the Hotel Flor Tampa Downtown, Tapestry Collection by Hilton—a beautifully restored historic landmark and one of the city’s original skyscrapers. Tampa offers straightforward travel via Tampa International Airport, consistently ranked among the most convenient airports…
Planning for the 53rd Annual Conference is in full swing, and we’re excited to share a first look at the Draft Agenda! Conference Host Deanna Williams (TX) and the Program Committee, chaired by Tristen Worthen (WA), continue to shape an experience focused on education, innovation, and meaningful connection. This year’s schedule brings back member favorites while introducing new sessions…
By: Greg Hilton (MD) On September 5, 2025, the second day of argument in the 2025 Term, the Justices of the Supreme Court of Maryland emerged from the doors flanking the bench as usual; but something had changed. The assembled lawyers and observers did a noticeable double-take. 1972, 53 years earlier, five members of the…