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Appellate Malpractice, Steven Wisotsky Oct 2002

Appellate Malpractice, Steven Wisotsky

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

No abstract provided.


Preface, Rodney K. Smith Oct 2001

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 Oct 2001

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 Oct 2001

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.


Gatekeeping Stress: The Science And Admissibility Of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Edgar Garcia-Rill, Erica Beecher-Monas Oct 2001

Gatekeeping Stress: The Science And Admissibility Of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Edgar Garcia-Rill, Erica Beecher-Monas

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


Introduction: The Impact Of Science On Legal Decisions—What Can Social Science Tell The Courts And Lawyers?, Theresa M. Beiner Oct 2001

Introduction: The Impact Of Science On Legal Decisions—What Can Social Science Tell The Courts And Lawyers?, Theresa M. Beiner

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


How Prospect Theory Can Improve Legal Counseling, John M.A. Dipippa Oct 2001

How Prospect Theory Can Improve Legal Counseling, John M.A. Dipippa

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


Common Disorders Of The Appendix And Their Treatment, Roger J. Miner Apr 2001

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.


A National Organization For Appellate Lawyers, J. Thomas Sullivan Apr 2001

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.


The Impact Of Science On Legal Decisions: What Can Social Science Tell The Courts And Lawyers?, Theresa M. Beiner Jan 2001

The Impact Of Science On Legal Decisions: What Can Social Science Tell The Courts And Lawyers?, Theresa M. Beiner

Law Faculty Scholarship

No abstract provided.


A Tribute To William H. Bowen: Tributes And Response To Words Of Congratulations, Charles W. Goldner Jr., J. Thomas May, Rodney K. Smith, Thomas F. Mclarty, Derrick Smith, William Jefferson Clinton, William H. Bowen Oct 2000

A Tribute To William H. Bowen: Tributes And Response To Words Of Congratulations, Charles W. Goldner Jr., J. Thomas May, Rodney K. Smith, Thomas F. Mclarty, Derrick Smith, William Jefferson Clinton, William H. Bowen

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


A Review Of Electronic Court Filing In The United States, Bradley J. Hillis Jul 2000

A Review Of Electronic Court Filing In The United States, Bradley J. Hillis

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

The rise of e-commerce has caused many courts to begin filing and storing pleadings electronically. This article discusses e-filing software, the benefits to and development of extensible mark-up language (“XML”) for legal documents, and the impact the future of e-filing.


Competent Appellate Advocacy And Continuing Legal Education: Fitting The Means To The End, D. Franklin Arey Iii Jan 2000

Competent Appellate Advocacy And Continuing Legal Education: Fitting The Means To The End, D. Franklin Arey Iii

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

Competency is an important practice requirement. Appellate competency differs from other legal practices. This article presents CLE programs that promote appellate advocacy.


Mediation In The New Mexico Court Of Appeals, Richard Becker Jul 1999

Mediation In The New Mexico Court Of Appeals, Richard Becker

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

A mediator gives a summary of the implementation of, procedure relating to, and role of lawyers in the New Mexico Court of Appeals’s mediation program.


Rules Of Appellate Advocacy: An Australian Perspective, Michael Kirby Jul 1999

Rules Of Appellate Advocacy: An Australian Perspective, Michael Kirby

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

A justice of Australia's highest court gives advice to appellate advocates. The essay begins with an overview of Australia’s judicial structure. The discussion then focuses on ten rules for appellate advocacy.


Standards For Certification Of Appellate Specialists, Melissa M. Serfass Jul 1999

Standards For Certification Of Appellate Specialists, Melissa M. Serfass

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

This practice note surveys state requirements for certification of appellate practice specialists.


Better Late Than Never: Settlement At The Federal Court Of Appeals, Mori Irvine Jul 1999

Better Late Than Never: Settlement At The Federal Court Of Appeals, Mori Irvine

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

The Civil Justice Reform Act of 1990 encouraged all federal district courts to implement alternative dispute resolution programs. Federal Courts of Appeals implemented alternative dispute resolution programs as early as 1974. This article surveys federal alternative dispute resolution programsthen takes an in-depth look at the Eleventh Circuit’s program. The article provides advice for appellate advocacy during mediation.


Commercial And Corporate Lawyers 'N The Hood, Alfred Dennis Mathewson Jul 1999

Commercial And Corporate Lawyers 'N The Hood, Alfred Dennis Mathewson

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


From Webster To Word-Processing: The Ascendance Of The Appellate Brief, William H. Rehnquist Jan 1999

From Webster To Word-Processing: The Ascendance Of The Appellate Brief, William H. Rehnquist

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

Chief Justice William Rehnquist analyzed the evolution of Supreme Court advocacy. The discussion begins with the initial preference for oral arguments and the influence of nineteenth century Supreme Court advocate Daniel Webster. The discussion then turns to the Court’s shift from more attention to oral argument to written briefs.


Introduction And Dedication, J. Thomas Sullivan Jan 1999

Introduction And Dedication, J. Thomas Sullivan

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process, introduction


An Argument On The Record For More Federal Judgeships, William M. Richman Jan 1999

An Argument On The Record For More Federal Judgeships, William M. Richman

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

A case is made for increasing the number of federal judges. The author uses the loss of judge involvement in decisionmaking to begin his argument. The discussion then addresses the arguments against increasing federal judgeships.


19 Tips From 19 Years On The Appellate Bench, Patricia M. Wald Jan 1999

19 Tips From 19 Years On The Appellate Bench, Patricia M. Wald

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

A former Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit provides nineteen pieces of appellate advice to commemorate her nineteen years with the court.


In Defense Of Oral Argument, Stanley Mosk Jan 1999

In Defense Of Oral Argument, Stanley Mosk

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

Stanley Mosk presents a case against the trend of appellate courts granting oral argument less frequently.


Evidence And Ethics—Letting The Client Rest In Peace: Attorney-Client Privilege Survives The Death Of The Client. Swidler & Berlin V. United States, 118 S. Ct. 2081 (1998)., Julie Peters Zamacona Jan 1999

Evidence And Ethics—Letting The Client Rest In Peace: Attorney-Client Privilege Survives The Death Of The Client. Swidler & Berlin V. United States, 118 S. Ct. 2081 (1998)., Julie Peters Zamacona

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


The Revised Lawyer Discipline Process In Arkansas: A Primer And Analysis, Lawrence H. Averill Jr. Oct 1998

The Revised Lawyer Discipline Process In Arkansas: A Primer And Analysis, Lawrence H. Averill Jr.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


Reforming The Bar: Women And The Arkansas Legal Profession, Frances Mitchell Ross Jul 1998

Reforming The Bar: Women And The Arkansas Legal Profession, Frances Mitchell Ross

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


The Attack On Traditional Billing Practices, Stephen W. Jones, Melissa Beard Glover Jan 1998

The Attack On Traditional Billing Practices, Stephen W. Jones, Melissa Beard Glover

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


Jacob's Blessing, Cooperative Grace, And Practicing Law With A Limp, John M.A. Dipippa Jan 1998

Jacob's Blessing, Cooperative Grace, And Practicing Law With A Limp, John M.A. Dipippa

Law Faculty Scholarship

How does a lawyer's religious beliefs affect the lawyer's practice? I will answer that question by reflecting on baseball players, wrestling with mysterious strangers, and practicing law with a limp. This essay is divided into four sections. First, I will share the story of baseball star Sandy Koufax's refusal to pitch on Yom Kippur. Second, I will present a brief theology of grace. Third, I will discuss the Genesis story of Jacob's wrestling match with the Angel. Finally, I will relate a personal experience from my own practice. In truth, each of these sections demonstrates the same theme: that God's …


The Continuous Representation Doctrine: Must You Sue Your Lawyer While She Still Represents You, Timothy O. Dudley Jan 1997

The Continuous Representation Doctrine: Must You Sue Your Lawyer While She Still Represents You, Timothy O. Dudley

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review

No abstract provided.


Power Outage: Amplifying The Analysis Of Power In Legal Relations (With Special Application To Unconscionability And Arbitration), Michael Hunter Schwartz Jan 1997

Power Outage: Amplifying The Analysis Of Power In Legal Relations (With Special Application To Unconscionability And Arbitration), Michael Hunter Schwartz

Law Faculty Scholarship

No abstract provided.