A more thorough explanation:

Senior Status

Senior status refers to the employment condition of a judge who is semi-retired but still willing and able to perform certain judicial duties.

For example, a judge who has reached senior status may choose to hear only a limited number of cases each year, or may only work part-time. They may also be called upon to provide guidance or mentorship to younger judges.

Another example of senior status is when a judge who has retired from full-time work is asked to return to the bench to help with a backlog of cases or to fill in for a judge who is ill or on vacation.

Senior status allows experienced judges to continue to contribute to the legal system while also enjoying a more flexible work schedule. It also helps to ensure that there are enough judges available to handle the workload, especially in areas where there may be a shortage of judges.