Benchslaps

Federal Judge Benchslaps Former Law Student: ‘This Isn’t A Game’

Judge is holding the line in his courtroom.

NY Judge Spanks Trump’s Lawyers For ‘Frivolous,’ ‘Indefensible’ Filings

Pony up, counselors.

Federal Judge Says Defendant ‘Looks Like A Criminal To Me,’ Which Is Obviously A Problem

The Sixth Circuit agrees.

Trump Judge Aileen Cannon’s Mistakes Just Keep On Piling On

See, this is why you want people with actual experience getting those lifetime appointments to the federal bench.

Lawyer Gets Too Clever Insulting Witness, Gets Censured For His Efforts

It might be punny, but that doesn't mean it's okay to say in court.

‘You All Live In An Alternate Reality, You Corporate Shills’ Among Number Of Statements Earning Lawyer A Tidy Benchslap

Look, he's not exactly wrong.

Federal Judge Disappointed Biglaw Attorneys Can’t Display Basic Compassion

The judge is unimpressed with the bad behavior from the Biglaw firm.

Biglaw Partner Tries To Be Too Cute During Deposition, Gets Benchslapped For Antics

Now plaintiffs get a deposition do-over.

Two Of Reed Smith’s Finest Will Be Stuck On Human Directional Duty.

This is what happens when you don't give people a heads-up.

Federal Judge Rebukes Lawyer Over The Tone Of Brief Filed With ‘Potshots And Hyperbole’

The court isn't offended, as much as disappointed.

Federal Judge Lashes Out At Biglaw Attorney For ‘Huge Waste Of Time’

The judge is unimpressed with the organization of the case.

Biglaw Partner Learns You Shouldn’t Call Opposing Counsel A ‘F**king Piece Of Sh*t Worthless Human’ In Court

The judge wasn't pleased, but declined to impose sanctions.

Federal Judge Recognizes That Ted Frank Is A Vexatious Whiner

Serial class action objector gets a proper benchslap.

Biglaw Partner Gets Benchslapped By Federal Judge, Avoids Criminal Contempt

The judge laid on the guilt while scolding the Biglaw partner.

Northwestern Law Professor’s Behavior Called Out As ‘Shameful’ By Federal Judge

In response, the professor lashed out at the judge.