Venue/Jurisdiction

How to Argue Bankruptcy Issues to Courts of General Jurisdiction

Civil Rights Suit Enjoined by Automatic Stay in Municipal Bankruptcy

District court says bankruptcy court can issue injunction to halt civil rights violation by police.

Post-Confirmation Jurisdiction Is Narrow Following a Bona Fide Reorganization

After confirmation, New York’s Judge Glenn requires ‘close nexus’ for jurisdiction.

Fifth Circuit Arguably Softens Injury Requirement for Constitutional Standing

Extent of injury required for Article III standing remains an open question.

Fifth Circuit Arguably Softens Injury Requirement for Constitutional Standing

Extent of injury required for Article III standing remains an open question.

Creditor Holding Nondischargeable Debts Lacks Standing for Discharge Objection

Personal financial stake required before creditor can file discharge complaint.

Magistrate Masterfully Describes Permissible Claims for Violating Discharge Injunction

Contempt and FDCPA claims can coexist in one suit in district court.

What Do Clients Really Want? (Consumer Cross-Over Panel)

Ninth Circuit to Rule on ‘Related To’ Removal of Securities Lawsuits

Ninth Circuit can split with the Second on bar to removal of suits under the ’33 Securities Act.

Judge Easterbrook Opines on the Meaning of ‘Finality’ Stemming from Bullard

Finality depends on the final resolution of a dispute, not an issue within a dispute, Circuit Judge Easterbrook says.