David Lat, the creator of Above the Law and a writer for publications including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post, brings you Original Jurisdiction, a source of incisive, fair-minded, and occasionally entertaining commentary about law and the legal profession.

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SCOTUS Bar Superstar: An Interview With Lisa Blatt

DEC 14 • 37M

SCOTUS Bar Superstar: An Interview With Lisa BlattShe's argued 43 Supreme Court cases, more than any woman in history—and she's won almost 90 percent of them.

When Judges Mistreat Law Clerks: An Interview With Aliza Shatzman

NOV 30 • 44M

Through the Legal Accountability Project, Shatzman provides support and resources to law clerks who have not had positive clerkship experiences.

The Dan Markel Case: An Interview With Ruth Markel

NOV 16 • 38M

Ruth Markel is the author of a deeply moving new memoir, The Unveiling: A Mother's Reflection on Murder, Grief, and Trial Life.

'She Eats Bullies For Lunch': An Interview With Robbie Kaplan

NOV 2 • 42M

The iconic progressive litigator, founder of Kaplan Hecker & Fink, deposed Donald Trump last month—twice.

The Dan Markel Case: An Interview With Steven Epstein

OCT 19 • 54M

A litigator turned bestselling true-crime author, Steve Epstein has written the definitive work about Professor Markel's remarkable life and tragic death.

Supreme Advocate: An Interview With Paul Clement

OCT 5 • 43M

The former solicitor general shares advice about oral argument and details about his departure from Kirkland.

America's Next Top Trial Lawyer: An Interview With Alex Spiro

SEP 21 • 40M

The Quinn Emanuel partner, 39, counts Elon Musk and Jay-Z as clients.