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Hot Topics Appellate Law Practice (2021): Amicus Briefs and the Latest on Casteel

Contains material from Jun 2021

Hot Topics Appellate Law Practice (2021): Amicus Briefs and the Latest on Casteel
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Session 1: Amicus Briefs in Texas Appellate Courts - Discuss the increasing role of amici in Texas appellate courts, consider how amicus briefs may have influenced recent decisions, and share views on the “do's and don’ts” of effective advocacy in amicus briefs.

Session 2: Fun with the Charge: Storming the Casteel - The panel discusses the latest on the “rotten apple” problem in jury charge practice, including issues to consider in drafting charge material, making a record, and arguing the points on appeal.

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1. Amicus Briefs in Texas Appellate Courts (Jun 2021)

Anne M. Johnson, Carl Cecere, Hon. Peter M. Kelly, Ryan Paulsen

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Amicus Briefs in Texas Appellate Courts (Jun 2021)

Discuss the increasing role of amici in Texas appellate courts, consider how amicus briefs may have influenced recent decisions, and share views on the “do's and don’ts” of effective advocacy in amicus briefs.

Originally presented: Jun 2021 Conference on State and Federal Appeals

Anne M. Johnson, Haynes and Boone, LLP - Dallas, TX
Carl Cecere, Cecere PC - Dallas, TX
Hon. Peter M. Kelly, First Court of Appeals - Houston, TX
Ryan Paulsen, Haynes and Boone, LLP - Dallas, TX

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2. Fun with the Charge: Storming the Casteel (Jun 2021)

David M. Gunn, Russell S. Post, Hon. Thomas R. Phillips

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Session 2 —46 mins
Fun with the Charge: Storming the Casteel (Jun 2021)

The panel discusses the latest on the “rotten apple” problem in jury charge practice, including issues to consider in drafting charge material, making a record, and arguing the points on appeal.

Originally presented: Jun 2021 Conference on State and Federal Appeals

David M. Gunn, Beck Redden LLP - Houston, TX
Russell S. Post, Beck Redden LLP - Houston, TX
Hon. Thomas R. Phillips, Baker Botts L.L.P. - Austin, TX