Do's And Don'ts When Arguing Before The Justices

By Christine Caulfield

Law360, New York (September 18, 2009, 12:46 PM ET) -- As the U.S. Supreme Court gets set to kick off another term, Law360 talked to several top appellate practitioners for tips on preparing and presenting oral argument before the justices. Think a moving, impassioned speech will sway them? Think again. How about a joke to break the ice? What, are you Jerry Seinfeld?

The Preparation, or Questions, Questions, Questions

The art of oral advocacy before today's Supreme Court is the art of thinking quickly on your feet and anticipating the justices' concerns, experts said. Experienced advocates...
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