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Simpson, Reagan Wm.

Amicus brief : answering the ten most important questions about amicus practice / Reagan W. Simpson and Mary R. Vasaly. - 4th edition. - Chicago, Illinois : American Bar Association, Tort, Trial, Insurance, 2015 - xi, 370 pages ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references.

What is an amicus brief? -- What are the functions of amicus briefs? -- Who files an amicus brief and why? -- When and how do you seek amicus support? -- How do you write an effective amicus brief? -- Do you need permission to file an amicus brief? -- When do you file an amicus brief? -- How do you respond to an amicus brief? -- Can an amicus curiae participate in oral argument? -- Are there any ethical considerations in amicus practice? -- Conclusion.

ISBN: 9781634252249 1634252241

LCCN: 2015017049

Subjects--Corporate Names:
United States. Supreme Court --Decision making.
United States. Supreme Court.
USA Supreme Court

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Amici curiae--Influence.--United States
Public interest law--United States.
Amici curiae--Influence.
Decision making.
Public interest law.
Amicus Curiae

Subjects--Geographic Terms:
United States.

LC Class. No.: KF8748 / .S53

Dewey Class. No.: 347.73/262