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Preface, Rodney K. Smith
Preface, Rodney K. Smith
The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process
The Solicitor General of the United States is "the Appellate Lawyer's Lawyer." The Solicitor General is the leading appellate advocate before the Supreme Court. The Solicitor General participates in 75% of oral arguments in the Court and represents no one but the United States. This special section is a tribute to this valued position.
Toward A Community Of Professionalism, Elliot L. Bien
Toward A Community Of Professionalism, Elliot L. Bien
The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process
Professionalism amongst American litigators has declined. Many jurisdictions have adopted codes of conduct in order to restore professionalism. These attempts have done little to restore professionalism. Similar adversarial systems, like England's, are admired for their professionalism. What creates this value amongst barristers is a sense of community. A similar practice should be adopted in the United States in order to restore a sense of professionalism in litigation.
In The Shadow Of Daniel Webster: Arguing Appeals In The Twenty-First Century, Seth P. Waxman
In The Shadow Of Daniel Webster: Arguing Appeals In The Twenty-First Century, Seth P. Waxman
The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process
The Solicitor General is often asked to give advice on oral advocacy. Seth P. Waxman has been reluctant to give such advice. Asking an advocate for advice about oral advocacy instead of a judge is like asking a fisherman for advice about catching fish if fish could speak. Waxman begins with a look at the life of acclaimed advocate, Daniel Webster, before giving his long reserved advice.
A National Organization For Appellate Lawyers, J. Thomas Sullivan
A National Organization For Appellate Lawyers, J. Thomas Sullivan
The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process
The American Bar Association creates a new practice group for appellate practitioners. In addition, the necessity of reply briefs is discussed.
Common Disorders Of The Appendix And Their Treatment, Roger J. Miner
Common Disorders Of The Appendix And Their Treatment, Roger J. Miner
The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process
In the legal profession, an appendix is an integral part to an appellate brief. An appendix is as important as oral argument or the written brief. This essay examines the function of and rules for preparing an appendix. The discussion then identifies common deficiencies of appendices along with the consequences of the disorders.