Member Resources
In addition to The Judges' Journal, Judicial Division Record (newsletter), and other Judicial Division Conference publications, the AJC offers these publications directed toward your professional needs:
Litigation Journal
AJC members also receive a complimentary subscription to Litigation, which is published four times a year, and is the preeminent journal in the field.
Judicial Opinion Writing Manual
Contains chapters on appellate writing, drafting of opinions, writing style and legal citation.
Law of Preemption
The product of a distinguished task force headed by Kenneth Starr, former Solicitor General of the United States and U.S. Circuit Court Judge.
The AJC conducts educational programs including seminars co-sponsored with the Appellate Judges Education Institute (AJEI). These programs are designed to allow attendees to meet and network while discussing and learning about timely issues facing the appellate judiciary. As an AJC member, you will be eligible for significant discounts for attendance at these events.
Spencer-Grimes Appellate Judges Seminars
The Spencer-Grimes Appellate Judges Seminars provide judges the opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with legal scholars and appellate judges from other jurisdictions. Topics are timely and are designed to fulfill approximately 15 hours of continuing judicial education requirements.
This annual seminar offers appellate court lawyers valuable opportunities to focus both on substantive legal issues and professional performance enhancing techniques. CLE credit is available.
Council of Appellate Lawyers Seminar
This annual seminar offers joint and separate seminars for appellate lawyers and appellate judges, as well as unique opportunities for informal exchange. A variety of challenging issues are addressed. CLE credit is available.
Group Program Enrollment Form and FAQ
Judicial Division Talking Points
Sample Welcome Letter
From the Chair
Member Advantage Benefits
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