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From Judge to Attorney: Joseph Goff on Civic Education and Trust in Missouri’s Legal System
In this episode of Missouri Law Matters, Judge Matt Hamner speaks with Joseph Goff, Jr, private practice attorney and former judge, about his unique journey through Missouri’s legal system — from prosecutor to judge to advocate for civic education.
Together, they explore how civic education builds public trust, why judges should connect with their communities, and how young lawyers can help demystify the court system through outreach and engagement.
👉 Key Topics:
Missouri law and the judicial system
Civic education and community engagement
Legal careers and professional development
Trust and transparency in courts
The role of judges and lawyers in public education
📍 Chapters
00:00 Personal Experiences in the Legal Field
01:43 The Influence of Sports on Legal Careers
13:00 Exploring the 24th Circuit: Counties and Culture
14:28 Judicial Responsibilities: A Day in the Life of a Judge
16:53 Transitioning to the Bench: Expectations vs. Reality
19:53 Civic Education: The Role of Judges in Community Engagement
25:11 Civic Education Committee: Goals and Initiatives
32:59 The Importance of Civic Education for Young Lawyers
37:06 From Judge to Lawyer: Navigating Career Transitions
💬 “Civic education is incredibly important. We only have the trust of the people.” — Joseph Goff
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By missourilawmattersIn this episode of Missouri Law Matters, Judge Matt Hamner speaks with Joseph Goff, Jr, private practice attorney and former judge, about his unique journey through Missouri’s legal system — from prosecutor to judge to advocate for civic education.
Together, they explore how civic education builds public trust, why judges should connect with their communities, and how young lawyers can help demystify the court system through outreach and engagement.
👉 Key Topics:
Missouri law and the judicial system
Civic education and community engagement
Legal careers and professional development
Trust and transparency in courts
The role of judges and lawyers in public education
📍 Chapters
00:00 Personal Experiences in the Legal Field
01:43 The Influence of Sports on Legal Careers
13:00 Exploring the 24th Circuit: Counties and Culture
14:28 Judicial Responsibilities: A Day in the Life of a Judge
16:53 Transitioning to the Bench: Expectations vs. Reality
19:53 Civic Education: The Role of Judges in Community Engagement
25:11 Civic Education Committee: Goals and Initiatives
32:59 The Importance of Civic Education for Young Lawyers
37:06 From Judge to Lawyer: Navigating Career Transitions
💬 “Civic education is incredibly important. We only have the trust of the people.” — Joseph Goff
Follow the Supreme Court of Missouri to learn more about Your Missouri Courts
# missouri supreme court