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Above the Law
3 days ago
Law

Sonia Sotomayor Shares Feelings Of 'Desperation' As A Liberal SCOTUS Justice

Facing challenges with resilience and determination, Justice Sonia Sotomayor emphasizes the importance of perseverance in difficult times. [ more ]
#supreme-court
Above the Law
3 days ago
Law

Federalist Society's Leonard Leo Shows Contempt For Subpoena

Powerful figures like Leonard Leo are facing congressional subpoenas for arranging lavish gifts for Supreme Court justices, raising concerns about dark money in the judiciary. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Shady Shadow Docket Strikes Again - See Also

The Supreme Court's shadow docket is a concern for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

The Latest Supreme Court Disclosure Change Is Bullsh*t

Transparency concerns due to lack of disclosure of expensive gifts received by Supreme Court members.
New guidelines make it harder to accurately value and disclose travel-related gifts received by judges and justices. [ more ]
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www.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Women in technology

Pakistan: Why are there so few female judges? DW 05/15/2024

Male chauvinism hindered Khalida Rachid Khan from reaching the top of Pakistan's judiciary, showcasing persistent gender disparities. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Law

A State Supreme Court Justice Decries the "Horrors and Treachery" Coming From SCOTUS

Originalism criticized for relying on bogus history and racist values. [ more ]
#poland
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

Spy scandal: Why did a Polish judge 'defect' to Belarus? DW 05/11/2024

A Polish judge sought protection from Belarus, accusing Poland of unjust policies and espionage accusations, shedding light on foreign intelligence infiltration concerns. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
Europe news

Rebuilding Democracy in Poland : State of the World from NPR

Judge Igor Tuleya is celebrated for defending Poland's democratic institutions
Far-right Law and Justice Party dismantled Polish democratic institutions [ more ]
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Brooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Kings County Supreme Court marks Law Day with insightful celebration * Brooklyn Paper

Law Day celebrates the rule of law in a democracy and aims to deepen understanding of the legal system. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

Morning Docket: 05.10.24

Firms prioritize price-insensitive work, antitrust sees surge with Sherman Act enforcement, Columbia boycott debated, ABA open to bar exam alternatives. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Morning Docket: 05.01.24

Information on recent legal news headlines. [ more ]
#diversity
Brooklyn Eagle
1 month ago
Law

After long and distinguished career on bench, Judge Mark Partnow begins a new chapter

Judges bring diverse life experiences to the bench, adding richness and depth to the judiciary. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Opposition to Muslim Judicial Nominee Leaves Biden With a Tough Choice

President Biden's nominee for a federal appeals court judgeship, Adeel Mangi, is facing opposition, risking losing the opportunity to fill the crucial post before November elections.
The nomination process for Mangi highlights the challenges of diversity and bias in the judiciary, as he is targeted for his religion amid accusations by Republicans. [ more ]
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Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Ketanji Brown Jackson's Double Jeopardy Opinion Protects The Authority Of Jury Decisions

The Ninth Amendment aims to protect The People from increasing bureaucracy.
Jury nullification empowers jurors to judge both law and facts, serving as a check on government power. [ more ]
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