Archive - General News of Original Jurisdiction

Amy Coney Barrett Is The Most Interesting Justice On The Court

Justice Barrett: love her or hate her, but you definitely can’t ignore her.

Jul 2 •

June 2025

8 Takeaways From The Latest SCOTUS Term

Readers, what are your thoughts on the Supreme Court Term just ended?

Jun 30 •

May 2025

Class Actions Might Be The Surprise Fix For Problems With Universal Injunctions

What some might dismiss as ‘technicalities,’ others might call ‘the rule of law.’

May 21 •

AI Can Assist Human Judges, But It Can’t Replace Them (Yet)

Perhaps courts could try using AI in minor cases—after obtaining consent from all parties—to get a better sense of its possibilities and limitations.

May 8 •

Lawyers Rally For The Rule Of Law: A Photo Essay

I’ve never seen a protest with this many people in suits.

May 2 •

April 2025

An Insider’s Guide To Mediation

One of the nation’s top mediators, Jeff Kichaven explains this increasingly important process—and his own unique approach to it.

Apr 24 •

Trump Executive Orders Expose—And Exploit—Biglaw Vulnerability

Some billion-dollar firms have feet of clay—which the executive orders were perfectly designed to smash.

Apr 23 •

Improve Your Health—With Help From a Well-Known Federal Judge

This Supreme Court feeder judge has advice on how to feed yourself—plus tips about exercise, sleep, and other health- and wellness-related topics.

Apr 10 •

The 2025 U.S. News Rankings: All Hail The... T17?

And how on earth are Harvard and Cornell the #6 and #18 law schools, respectively?

Apr 9 •

March 2025

A Skadden Associate Urges Peers To Stand Up For The Rule Of Law

A 2022 Harvard Law graduate, Rachel Cohen is willing to forsake her lucrative and prestigious post based on her principles.

Mar 27 •

Brad Karp’s Email To Paul Weiss About Its Deal With The Trump Administration

Here’s what Paul Weiss chair Brad Karp sent to his colleagues on Sunday afternoon.

Mar 23 •

Paul Weiss Cuts A Deal With Donald Trump

Trump will rescind his executive order targeting the firm, in exchange for various concessions agreed to by chair Brad Karp.

Mar 21 •

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