GPSolo September/October 2015: Appellate Advocacy

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Secrets to Effective Electronic Documents in the Appellate Process

Sean L. Harrington

Done correctly, complex e-briefs are a powerful tool of persuasion that can simplify the work of appellate judges and their clerks.

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MAC USER: The Apple Watch

Victoria L. Herring

Will the Apple Watch be a good fit for you?

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Are We Criminalizing Adolescence?

Jay D. Blitzman

The rehabilitative impulses from 40 years ago have been countered by “tough on crime” rhetoric.

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A Judge Lays Down the Law on Writing Appellate Briefs

Raymond M. Kethledge

Most legal writing is bad writing. Produce a well-written brief, and your judges will nearly overflow with gratitude.

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Clerkships: Application Tips from a Law School Career Counselor

Mishkah Ismail

A law school career counselor offers advice on how to go about securing a clerkship.

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Clerkships: The Clerking Experience in the State System

Michelle L. Tran

A former clerk on the California Court of Appeal reviews her main activities as a clerk and offers tips for those thinking of clerking at the state level.

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The Chair's Corner: Advocate and the Court: True Partners in Understanding

Stephen B. Rosales

What makes a lawyer a good advocate?

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ready Resources: Ready Resources in Appellate Advocacy

Check out these ABA books and web resources for advice on appellate advocacy.

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Road Warrior: The Tablet’s Appeal

Jeffrey Allen

Tablets are ideal for the appellate lawyer in three key areas: preparation, drafting, and argument.

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Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Division News: It’s Going to Be a Great Year

Renew your ABA membership, visit the newly reimagined Solo and Small Firm Resource Center, and take part in Immigration Training 101.

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Not to Decide Is to Decide—Sort Of

Robert E. Shapiro

The initial reluctance of the U.S. Supreme Court to get involved in the gay marriage debate is striking.

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Amicus Briefs: How to Write Them, When to Ask for Them

Mary-Christine (M.C.) Sungaila

Carefully crafting and soliciting amicus support gives you another means of persuading the court on behalf of your client.

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How to Preserve the Record to Win at Trial or on Appeal

Sidney Tribe

Understanding what makes an excellent appellate record gives you a better shot at prevailing on appeal—and also can help you win the original court case.

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Tobacco Marketing: A Violation of Human Rights in Latin America

Kelsey Romeo-Stuppy

With tobacco use on the rise, Latin America is failing to live up to its obligations under human rights treaties.

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Transitioning from Judge to Advocate

Mary Jane Trapp

After leaving the appellate bench, the author needed to relearn the habits and approaches crucial to success as an appellate advocate.

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GP Mentor: What I Wish I Had Known about Appellate Practice

Dineen Pashoukos Wasylik

A new solo appellate practitioner offers lessons she learned during her first year.

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A Mediator’s Reflection on Bock v. Hansen

Charles Ferguson

How can parties to a successful mediation prevent an appellate court from ignoring their agreement?

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Will Your Writ Petition Survive the Appellate Emergency Room?

Kent L. Richland

Medical triage categories can help you determine which writ petitions to pursue and how to draft them.

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So You Want to Be an Appellate Lawyer?

Brad Pauley

Do you possess the key characteristics shared by all good appellate lawyers? And how do you go about establishing a practice in this field?

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Document Automation: Using Technology to Improve Your Practice

Nerino J. Petro Jr.

Document automation tools will reduce your potential embarrassment and malpractice exposure and have a positive impact on your bottom line.

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Advice from an IT Consultant on Choosing the Right Software

Jeff Stouse

Undertake the necessary due diligence by asking vendors about five key aspects of legal software and the nuances they present.

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Four Tips for Managing Unfavorable Outcomes on Appeal

Paul W. Flowers

The author shares four simple rules that have guided his appellate practice.

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Ten Tips for Persuasive Oral Argument

Andrew S. Pollis

These guidelines are designed to elicit rave reviews from your colleagues, your clients, and—most importantly—the judges.

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Data Breach Class Actions

The most significant changes to data breach litigation will likely come from regulators and legislatures, not courts.

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RŌNIN REPORTS: Embark on a New Adventure

Colleagues, it’s time to wake up and make some changes in our fitness, legal practice, habits, and possibly legal career.