Providing vital information for those currently involved in court administration and those considering becoming involved, The Art and Practice of Court Administration offers new ways to determine and manage a court's base budget needs. It offers practical hints for handling daily administrative challenges and presents a fresh perspective on the role of court administrators and how administration supports the institution's role in securing litigation-based justice. The book also introduces the Hierarchy of Court Administration, which provides a structure and a basis for setting priorities that should advance the field and help administrators cope with demands.