Do Offensive Remarks Justify Physical Retaliation?
by Wilton H. Strickland In the eyes of the law, absolutely not. There appears to be widespread confusion regarding offensive speech and the measures that are legally justifiable to counteract …
Abstention: When Federal Courts Have Jurisdiction But Decline To Exercise It
by Wilton H. Strickland Litigants often try to get into federal court for a variety of reasons. Just as often, however, this proves difficult because federal courts have limited jurisdiction, …
More Tips To Enhance Your Writing
by Wilton H. Strickland Every now and then I offer advice on how to improve one’s writing and avoid unnecessary mistakes (see here and here). Given the ongoing deterioration of …
Birthright Citizenship And The Fourteenth Amendment
by Wilton H. Strickland I’ve been careful to avoid political issues on this blog, which is devoted to legal issues and the challenges confronted by those of us who practice …
When To Obtain Client Consent For Legal Outsourcing
by Wilton H. Strickland Legal outsourcing has boomed over the past several years, but it remains something of a puzzle for attorneys who are unsure of how to go about …
The Importance Of Moving For A Directed Verdict
by Wilton H. Strickland On previous occasions I have discussed various methods of disposing of a complaint before trial, namely a motion to dismiss, a motion for judgment on the …
Twenty Years In The Jessup Competition: A Love Affair With International Law
by Wilton H. Strickland It was a crisp winter weekend in 1998 when I argued as a law student in the Jessup Moot Court Competition, which is devoted to international …
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