Each division elects its own chief judge to handle administrative details at the division level. The 20 judges on the Court serve six-year staggered terms to ensure that all judges are not up for reelection at the same time. Each division is divided into three geographic districts and a specific number of judges must be elected from each. The divisions are divided as shown on the next page. The clerk is responsible for filings, and plans, organizes and supervises the administration of the clerk's office, manages court facilities, and sets court calendars.
Commissioners also perform additional duties that promote the effective administration of the court.
Each judge is assisted by clerks trained in the law. The clerks research the law and assist in writing court opinions.