Episode 157: Best Of The Portia Project: Judges’ Top Tips On Briefwriting
Many of the judicial guests on the podcast have shared their top tips for briefwriting. This episode compiles many of these tips for those who want to learn. Whether you are preparing for your first appellate argument or seeking to refine your existing skills, this episode offers a treasure trove of practical advice to elevate your brief-writing prowess and become a more effective advocate in the courtroom. Tune in to explore the collective wisdom shared by esteemed judicial experts and bolster your abilities in the realm of appellate advocacy.
Episode 120: Melody J. Stewart
Melody Stewart was elected in November 2018 to a full term as the 161st Justice, and the first African-American woman, to serve on the Ohio Supreme Court. Justice Melody Stewart had a different path which led her to the Supreme Court. She believes that in electing judges, there shouldn't be any political affiliations with it because the more we politicize it, the weaker the judiciary is. Furthermore, Justice Stewart urges young people to explore their paths, get on the bench and get other work experience. Learn the profound reason she implores these young ones to explore by tuning in to this episode now.