“One of the problems identified in the report was the lack of respect accorded females and minorities during their contact with the court system.” Chief Justice Ronald D. Castille

Attorneys shall:

• Regard judges, litigants, court personnel and other attorneys with equality, respect, and courtesy.
• Represent all clients professionally, regardless of their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, religion or social class.
• Consider your approach and mind-set in order to eliminate attitudes and behaviors that may be biased.
• Discourage gender- or racially-biased statements or remarks made by judges, court staff, attorneys or clients.

Litigants or Citizens Using the Court should:

• Regard judges, attorneys, court personnel and other citizens using the court with respect and courtesy.
• Monitor your own behavior, attitudes and comments to ensure a non-biased display while using the courts.
• Discourage gender- or racially-biased statements or remarks made by judges, attorneys or court staff.