Guide to the Preservation of Federal Judges' Papers.

摘要

The papers of federal judges constitute a valuable documentary record of the careers of judges and of the broader work of the federal courts. These papers offer a perspective and level of detail not available in the official records of the courts. Preservation of these papers establishes a foundation for comprehensive studies that can document the importance of the federal judiciary in American life. Yet all too often this valuable portion of the record of the federal courts has been lost, and with it a full appreciation for the contributions of individual judges. In response to frequent requests for advice about the disposition of the papers of federal judges, the Federal Judicial History Office offers this guide to answer questions regarding the preservation of personal papers and the process of making those papers available for study. This publication describes how students of the federal courts use judges' papers, offers recommendations for the management of documents in chambers, and suggests guidelines for the selection of a proper repository to house a collection of papers.