Media and special interest group scrutiny of U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh shifted into overdrive after the release of his Senate Judiciary questionnaire. No word yet on a hearing date. We take a look at his advice for appellate lawyers and tell the story of former Stris & Maher appellate leader Dan Geyser's new journey into solo practice. Thanks for reading Supreme Court Brief. We welcome your feedback. Contact us at [email protected] and [email protected].

Kavanaugh's Rules of the (Appellate) Road

Brett Kavanaugh Appellate Judges Education Institute Oral arguments matter. Be candid, and avoid ellipses. Clarity counts. Judges are generalists. Focus on the issues. Above all, civility.

High Court Veteran Takes Solo Path

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“Normally I prefer to do my own research and write my own briefs. I think that produces the best product. You know where all the skeletons are buried, the best arguments and nuances. I realized over time I could do better briefs more efficiently working on my own. Since things were going well and a lot of my practice was separate anyway, it was time to give it a shot to make it on my own.”

Thomas's Majority Assignments

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In Case You Missed It

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