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Editorial Board

November 20, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Room for Improvement: Young Lawyers Assess Law Firms' Pandemic Response

Firms have largely done well by young lawyers during the pandemic. But as it continues, changes are needed.

By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board

7 minute read

November 18, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer

Right to Fair Representation Transcends Personal Animus

We're not here to opine on the merits of those challenges as none of us are wearing a black robe (though some of us hope to one day). Rather, we write to address what we consider a dangerous trend developing as a result of these legal challenges regardless of your politics.

By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board

6 minute read

November 15, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

In Support of an RBG Building at Rutgers

We urge the Senate and Assembly to act quickly. Why wait?

By Law Journal Editorial Board

2 minute read

November 15, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

COVID-19 Has Flawed the Jury Selection Process

The asserted flaws in the screening process are constitutionally significant. Trials should be halted until there is a resolution of the problems.

By Law Journal Editorial Board

6 minute read

November 10, 2020 | Connecticut Law Tribune

A Sore Loss Does Not Justify Undermining the Electoral Process

Counting every vote is a bedrock principle of democracy. No one, not the president and not any of his attorneys, has any business undermining the voting process.

By Connecticut Law Tribune Editorial Board

4 minute read

November 08, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

In Defining an 'Excessive' Fine, Proportionality Should Have Many Dimensions

We encourage the Supreme Court to assess "proportionality," and thus the concept of "excessive fine," from multiple perspectives, not limited solely to the gravity of the crime.

By Law Journal Editorial Board

8 minute read

November 06, 2020 | Connecticut Law Tribune

What Happens if Both a President and Vice President Are Unable to Serve?

It is not at all clear that either Nancy Pelosi, the current Speaker, or Charles Grassley, the current President pro tem, is an "Officer" within the meaning of Clause 6.

By Connecticut Law Tribune Editorial Board

4 minute read

November 01, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

Legislature Should Act to Empower Civilian Review Boards

We urge legislators to immediately authorize municipalities to arm commissions like Newark's Civilian Police Review Board with subpoena power.

By Law Journal Editorial Board

8 minute read

October 27, 2020 | Connecticut Law Tribune

What Matters Most in Restarting Jury Trials: Getting it Right

The coronavirus has hit communities of color much harder than wealthier towns. We should not be surprised if more people in those communities opt out of jury service.

By Connecticut Law Tribune Editorial Board

4 minute read

October 25, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

Temporary Supervised Practice Should Continue

The interests of the public can be adequately protected by allowing the bar candidate to continue for a few more months until the traditional form of examination is available.

By Law Journal Editorial Board

4 minute read