Navigation Constance Baker Motley was the first African American woman to argue a case before the Supreme Court, and the first to serve as a federal judge. For all her achievements, Motley’s most-lasting legacy may be the generations of women she inspired to pursue careers in the law. In celebration of Women’s History Month, judges reflected […]
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Ninth Circuit Holds Oral Arguments at Law School for First Time Since COVID-19
Law students watched the wheels of justice in motion as Ninth Circuit judges and attorneys gathered for oral arguments at the University of San Diego School of Law. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Additional Chapter 7 Trustee Payments Suspended for FY 2022
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has advised the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts that it has insufficient funds available to transfer to the Judiciary to make additional payments to eligible chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees for fiscal year 2022. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Courthouse Learning Center Opens in Indianapolis
The new Federal Court Learning Center in Indianapolis is now open and ready to welcome students and adults to learn about the important role the Judiciary plays in daily life. Click Here To Read The Full Article
African American Judges Offer Life Lessons
Three African American judges reflect on challenges they faced and lessons they learned before joining the federal bench, in a new Heritage Spotlight video honoring African American History Month. Click Here To Read The Full Article