On Course Courts

Do Dissents Of The Past Foreshadow Dissents On The Current Court?

This analysis doesn’t measure the strength of dissents or the power of language used, but it does give a sense of what type of output to expect from the current justices.

Was It Ever Really Roberts’ Court?

Evaluating Roberts’ performance by comparison with the previous Chief Justice.

The Justice Behind The Dobbs Draft Opinion

Examining Justice Alito's authorship of majority opinions in cases decided by a single vote where no liberal justice sat in the majority.

The New Clerks In Town

Who will fill the justices' seats?

Losing One’s Mind During Confirmation Hearings

At this point, it shouldn't be surprising that senators are loathsome during confirmation hearings.

What To Expect From Justice Breyer’s Retirement And Judge Jackson’s (Presumptive) Confirmation To The Court

Justices tend to be more ideologically moderate at the start of their tenure on the Supreme Court than later in their tenure.

Highlights From The Year In Securities Litigation

A few takeaways from a year of few cases.

Goliath v. Goliath: Corporations Take On Insurers Over Pandemic Coverage

A 'great dichotomy' emerges between federal and state court.

How Courts And Litigators Are Making The Best Of Remote Practice

Which virtual practice components are here to stay?

Keys To Success For Remote Patent Hearings And Trials

With courts and agencies going remote over the past year, IP and patent lawyers have had to learn, practice, and polish their virtual presentation skills. Get tips from the experts on etiquette, witness prep, and more.

Alternative Dispute Resolution: Well-Suited To Online Proceedings

Will remote ADR be an attractive option when the pandemic is over?