The term 'JUDICIARY' refers to the branch of government responsible for interpreting and applying the law. This includes the BAR, which is a professional association of lawyers, as well as the LEGAL system, which is the body of laws that govern a society. JUDGES are the individuals appointed to preside over LEGAL proceedings, while JUDICIAL refers to the administration of justice according to the law. The BENCH is the seat of the judge in a courtroom, and the COURTSYSTEM is the entire network of courts and judges that make up the judiciary.