The Amicus Brief: Answering the Ten Most Important Questions About Amicus Practice, 4th Edition

      By Reagan William Simpson and Mary R Vasaly

      The Amicus Brief: Answering the Ten Most Important Questions About Amicus Practice, 4th Edition

      The Amicus Brief: Answering the Ten Most Important Questions About Amicus Practice, 4th Edition

      By Reagan William Simpson and Mary R Vasaly

      The number of amicus briefs has increased dramatically over the years, filed not only with the Supreme Court but also with regularity in federal courts of appeals, state supreme courts, and state intermediate appellate courts. Covering every key facet of the increasingly important area of practice, this edition features many new examples of amicus briefs by premier appellate lawyers and a compendium of amicus rules in U.S. jurisdictions.

      The Amicus Brief: Answering the Ten Most Important Questions About Amicus Practice, 4th Edition

      By Reagan William Simpson and Mary R Vasaly

      The Amicus Brief: Answering the Ten Most Important Questions About Amicus Practice, 4th Edition

      The Amicus Brief: Answering the Ten Most Important Questions About Amicus Practice, 4th Edition

      By Reagan William Simpson and Mary R Vasaly

      The number of amicus briefs has increased dramatically over the years, filed not only with the Supreme Court but also with regularity in federal courts of appeals, state supreme courts, and state intermediate appellate courts. Covering every key facet of the increasingly important area of practice, this edition features many new examples of amicus briefs by premier appellate lawyers and a compendium of amicus rules in U.S. jurisdictions.
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      This updated edition of The Amicus Brief answers these questions, among others:
      • What are the functions of an amicus brief?
      • When and how do you seek amicus support?
      • How do you write an effective amicus brief?
      • How do you respond to an amicus brief?
      • Can an amicus curiae participate in oral argument?
      • What are the ethical considerations in amicus practice?
      This helpful publication provides you with complete information on writing and understanding amicus briefs. You’ll find practical suggestions on all aspects of the amicus practice and numerous examples of well-crafted briefs. Topics in the book range from how frequently are amicus briefs filed and who files and why, to how to file and respond to an amicus brief.

      In addition to being most expansive update ever, this revised fourth edition features many new examples of amicus briefs by premier appellate lawyers and a compendium of amicus rules in U.S. jurisdictions. These briefs illustrate what the court desires from an amicus brief, how to craft a brief that is witty and inventive, and how to inform the court of the ramifications of a potential ruling.

      Product Details

      Authors

      Mary R Vasaly, Reagan William Simpson

      Sponsors

      Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section

      Publishers

      ABA Book Publishing

      ISBN

      9781634252249

      Page Count

      382

      Product Code

      5190520

      Trim Size

      6 x 9 Paperback

      Publication Date

      6/24/2015 12:00:00 AM

      Authors

      Mary R Vasaly, Reagan William Simpson

      Sponsors

      Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section

      Publishers

      ABA Book Publishing

      ISBN

      9781634252256

      Page Count

      382

      Product Code

      5190520EBK

      Trim Size

      6 x 9

      Publication Date

      7/24/2015 12:00:00 AM

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