March 25, 2019 | Supreme Court Brief
Thomas's Views on Right to Counsel | 'Slay the Dragon' Hits Partisan Gerrymandering | Kavanaugh Snags Teaching GigThanks for reading Supreme Court Brief. We're highlighting recent remarks from Justice Clarence Thomas at Mercer, and a quick snapshot of the new documentary about partisan gerrymandering called "Slay the Dragon."
By Tony Mauro | Marcia Coyle
7 minute read
March 22, 2019 | National Law Journal
Jenner's Adam Unikowsky Extends SCOTUS Winning Streak to 8In a recent article in The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process, the Jenner appellate partner reminisced about his first Supreme Court argument and offered observations about oral advocacy.
By Tony Mauro
3 minute read
March 20, 2019 | National Law Journal
Kavanaugh Takes Lead Role Favoring Mississippi Death Row InmateDuring an hourlong argument in Flowers v. Mississippi, justices from across the spectrum expressed displeasure at the handling of Curtis Flowers' six trials for the same crime.
By Tony Mauro
4 minute read
March 20, 2019 | Supreme Court Brief
Advocacy Tips from Jenner Partner Who Notched 8th Win | Argument Spotlight: Flowers v. Mississippi | 'Emoluments' RecapJenner & Block's Adam Unikowsky, who notched his eighth win a the high court this week, recently offered observations about oral arguments. Plus: the Supreme Court this morning hears the racial bias death penalty case Flowers v. Mississippi. Thanks for reading Supreme Court Brief.
By Tony Mauro | Marcia Coyle
8 minute read
March 18, 2019 | National Law Journal
Sotomayor Is 'Profoundly Troubled' by Georgia Death Penalty Case"I concur in the denial of Tharpe's petition. I write because I am profoundly troubled by the underlying facts of this case," Justice Sonia Sotomayor said Monday.
By Tony Mauro
4 minute read
March 18, 2019 | Daily Business Review
11th Circuit Death Appeal Leaves Sotomayor 'Profoundly Troubled'Justice Sonia Sotomayor wrote she was disturbed by a white juror's explicit racism.
By Mike Scarcella
4 minute read
March 18, 2019 | Litigation Daily
Sotomayor Is 'Profoundly Troubled' by Racial Bias in Georgia Death Penalty Case"I concur in the denial of Tharpe's petition. I write because I am profoundly troubled by the underlying facts of this case," Justice Sonia Sotomayor said Monday.
By Tony Mauro
4 minute read
March 18, 2019 | Supreme Court Brief
Advocate Spotlight: Arguing This Cycle | Verrilli and Clement Reflect on Noel Francisco | Kavanaugh Ethics Claims Dismissed AnewHere's a snapshot of who's arguing this week at the U.S. Supreme Court. Plus: Donald Verrilli and Paul Clement discuss the style and tactics of Noel Francisco, and the 10th Circuit divides over the dismissal of ethics claims against former circuit judge and now-Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Thanks for reading!
By Tony Mauro | Marcia Coyle
7 minute read
March 14, 2019 | New York Law Journal
How Sweet It Is: They're Eating Cake for RBG's 86th Birthday in BrooklynThere's going to be birthday cake and a showing of the documentary RBG from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Friday at Brooklyn Borough Hall.
By Tony Mauro
3 minute read
March 14, 2019 | National Law Journal
Ginsburg's Fans Will Mark Her 86th Birthday Friday, 'Planking' at SCOTUSJustice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has said the most important person in her life now is her trainer.
By Tony Mauro
3 minute read
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