Home › Appellate Practice

News & Developments »

Ninth Circuit Strikes Down Arizona Abortion Law

The Ninth Circuit has held that an Arizona law preventing abortion after 20 weeks' gestation is unconstitutional.

Court Encourages Active Judicial Management of Case

The Third Circuit affirmed, stating that the very purpose of the Rule 16 conference is to permit the trial court to assume an "active managerial role" in the litigation process.

Second Circuit Reminder: File Your Briefs on Time

Motions for extensions must be filed as soon as the need becomes apparent.

Articles »

The Role of the D.C. Circuit in Administrative Law

By David M. Cooper

The particular expertise of the court is an important consideration in how cases are briefed there.

The State Solicitor General Boom

By Kevin C. Newsom

What does the modern state SG movement mean for private-sector lawyers?

Young Lawyers Corner: Getting Appellate Experience

By Seth T. Floyd

A new associate need not wait to work on appeals.

Sound Advice »

Practical Tips of En Banc Review

By Judge Angel A. Cortinas

Judge Angel Cortinas gives advice on how to get the court to hear your en banc motion and then review your case. (5:54 min)

Section 1292 (a-1)—Order or Injunction?

By Sonia O'Donnell

Appellate specialist Sonia O'Donnell explains the difference between an order and an injunction under section 1292(a-1). (08:51 min)

It's in the Briefs: How to Win Before You Utter a Word

By Judge Joseph Greenaway

Oral argument is vital in the appellate process. Judge Joseph Greenaway outlines strategies for brief writing that will put you ahead of opposing counsel. (08:36 min)

Roundtables »

The Supreme Court's First Decision on the Class Action Fairness Act: Standard Fire Ins. Co. v. Knowles

Learn what the decision means for plaintiffs and defendants litigating class actions. (1:01:03)

Announcements »

May 22, 2013—Free Roundtable

The program will feature the former chief justice of Michigan speaking on amicus briefs. The program is offered to all free of charge. Just sign up and listen in. Read more.

ABA Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting will be held in San Francisco this year August 8–13, 2013. Registration is now open. The committee will have some special activities Read more.

Seeking Contributors

The Appellate Practice Committee is seeking authors to write for its website. Please contact an editor for more information.