On the other side, an ancient clerk, skilful in precedents, wary in proceeding, and understanding in the business of the court, is an excellent finger of a court; and doth many times point the way to the judge himself.

另一方面，一位熟悉先例、办事谨慎、通晓法院事务的资深书记员，是法院出色的指路者，往往还能为法官本人指明方向。