Shorr v. Marwill Realty Corp.

We are of the opinion that the appellants are not entitled to the relief sought. This does not mean, however, that we are of the opinion that the conduct of the referee is above criticism. A referee occupies a position similar to that of a judge, and it is essential that litigants have implicit confidence in his impartiality. There is seldom any obligation on the part of a member of the bar to act as referee when designated by the court. When he has agreed to act he must conduct himself throughout the proceeding in a manner that will not cast any reflection upon the administration of justice.…