Appellate Courts: Structures, Functions, Processes, and Personnel - 2nd Edition - Daniel Meador

Appellate Courts: Structures, Functions, Processes, and Personnel 2nd Edition Daniel Meador ISBN 9780820570150

Appellate Courts, Second Edition redefines the study of appellate courts by building on the breadth of the First Edition while offering deeper and more comprehensive coverage. This edition provides instructors with flexible options suitable for a two- or three-unit course or a seminar, allowing emphasis either on appellate jurisdiction and practice or on the structural and policy dimensions of appellate court organization and administration. Every chapter has been thoroughly revised and updated, with significantly expanded coverage of appellate jurisdiction.

Combining classic and contemporary cases, the book explores both theoretical and practical issues stemming from appellate courts’ dual roles: correcting trial court errors and developing common law. It addresses the dramatic increase in appellate caseloads and resulting institutional reforms, providing students with insights that surpass other law school texts. New materials offer fresh perspectives on appellate court structures, personnel, and procedures, equipping students to practice effectively in modern state and federal appellate courts.

The text engages with key topics such as the delegation of responsibilities to law clerks and staff attorneys, threats to judicial collegiality, the selection and regulation of state and federal judges, and the ethical obligations of appellate lawyers. Separate chapters examine the U.S. Supreme Court’s discretionary jurisdiction and provide a comparative perspective, drawing on Professor Meador’s expertise in the English and German appellate systems.

In sum, this edition not only covers appellate jurisdiction and procedure but also offers a comprehensive evaluation of appellate courts as vital institutions in the American legal system.

The updated Teacher’s Manual has been greatly expanded to support both experienced and new instructors. It includes discussions of key cases and secondary materials, suggested answers to notes and questions, and a wealth of supplemental content designed to enhance teaching and ensure confidence in presenting the material effectively.

Appellate Courts: Structures, Functions, Processes, and Personnel 2nd Edition Daniel Meador ISBN 9780820570150, 978-0820570150 & 9780327178194

Authors
Daniel Meador
Thomas E. Baker
Joan Steinman