Challenge of Law Reform

In the context of rising crime rates and public indifference in the 1950s, Chief Justice Vanderbilt addresses the urgent need for judicial reform. Drawing from his experience under New Jersey's reformed court system, he critiques the proliferation of new laws and the resulting complexity for legal professionals. Vanderbilt emphasizes the significance of judicial administration, the selection of judges and jurors, and the need for proper legal procedures. His book serves as a call to action for readers to engage in the challenge of law reform, reflecting his long-standing commitment to legal improvement.