May It Please the Court, Third Edition: Judicial Processes and Politics In America
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| Rating | : | 4.85 (529 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1138043400 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 388 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-09-13 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
It forges the vital connection that links the formal logic of the law, cases, and the courts to the broader contexts and confluences that really influence how legal institutions and the law operate in the United States. Well-chosen case excerpts and thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter make it easy to prompt substantive classroom discussions. As someone who has taught constitutional law at both the undergraduate and law school level, I see May It Please the Court as a valuable teaching and learning resource. David Schultz, Professor, Hamline University and University of MinnesotaThis book does an excellent job balancing the attention given to political and legal influences on the courts. It also illustra
When not teaching or writing, he enjoys hiking, kayaking, and cross-country skiing.. from Indiana University-Bloomington and a Ph.D. He holds a J.D. Dr. from Miami University (Ohio). He is licensed to practice law in Vermont and Indiana. He lives in Windsor, VT with his wife, Sherrie Greeley. Brian Porto is a professor at Vermont Law School, where he teaches courses in legal writing, sports law, and e
Unlike the many dull and inaccessible texts in this field, May It Please The Court conveys the human drama of civil and criminal litigation. It differs from other texts not only by delivering an insider’s view of the courts, but also by demonstrating how the judicial process operates at the intersection of law and politics. With an updated epilogue, case studies, and discussion questions, this third edition is a robust resource for criminal justice students.. This practical, comprehensive, and engaging introduction to the American judicial system is designed primarily for undergraduate students in criminal justice, liberal arts, political science, and beginning law