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Original Jurisdiction, a podcast about law and the legal profession, features host David Lat interviewing some of the most interesting, influential, and important people in the world of law. It's the companion podcast to Lat's Substack newsletter of the same name. You can follow David on Twitter (@DavidLat) or email him at davidlat@substack.com, and you can subscribe to his newsletter at davidlat.substack.com. davidlat.substack.com
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- 3 days ago
Judicial Notice (07.26.26): Cooked
Tom Goldstein’s sentencing, a grilling for AUSAs, a viral Susman associate, and another SCOTUS star’s lateral move.
- 6 days ago
Quinn Emanuel Vet Launches AI-Powered Firm For High-Stakes Cases
Chris Kercher is building the law firm of the future—betting that while AI will transform the production aspects of litigation, clients still need human judgment.
- 1 weeks ago
From Cravath Partner To Boutique Founder: Ben Gruenstein
A former Supreme Court clerk, Gruenstein also reflects on his first oral argument before SCOTUS—and how he used AI to prepare for it.
- 1 weeks ago
Justices Kagan And Barrett Are The Spokeswomen SCOTUS Needs Right Now
Dealing with divas on a law school faculty and raising seven children are apparently great training for interacting with members of Congress.
- 1 weeks ago
Judicial Notice (07.19.26): Begging For Benchslaps
A Hawaii high-court justice excoriates SCOTUS, the Trump administration turns back to Biglaw, and Simpson raids three rivals for talent.
- 1 weeks ago
How Cooley Became A Leading Litigation Firm
Historically best known for handling IPOs of top tech companies, Cooley today is a powerhouse in litigation—including Supreme Court and appellate practice.
- 2 weeks ago
Judicial Notice (07.12.26): ‘Always A Bad Idea’
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- 3 weeks ago
Supreme Court Term In Review: Zach Shemtob
The executive editor of SCOTUSblog (and my husband) shares takeaways from October Term 2025, including the biggest rulings and major themes.
About Original Jurisdiction
Original Jurisdiction, a podcast about law and the legal profession, features host David Lat interviewing some of the most interesting, influential, and important people in the world of law. It's the companion podcast to Lat's Substack newsletter of the same name. You can follow David on Twitter (@DavidLat) or email him at davidlat@substack.com, and you can subscribe to his newsletter at davidlat.substack.com. davidlat.substack.com
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