10 Things You Didn’t Know About Each of the 9 Supreme Court Justices

U.S. News & World Report has compiled a series of "10 Things You Didn’t Know About [insert name of Justice]" pieces for each of the nine Supreme Court justices.  Among other things, you will discover that "a coffee shop near the Newark federal courthouse carries a blend named after Justice Alito: ‘Judge Alito’s Bold Justice Blend: a mix of Colombian, Java, and New Guinea with a bit of espresso;’" that "in school, Justice Ginsburg was a baton twirler, cello player in the orchestra, and member of both the pep squad and the honor society;" and that Justice Scalia "was only 50 when his nomination hearings took place, making him the youngest Supreme Court justice ever."  You can access all ninety tidbits through this link.



Federal Rules Amendments Approved by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has approved amendments to the Federal Rules of Appellate, Bankruptcy, Civil, and Criminal Procedure.  The rules will take effect on December 1, 2007, unless Congress enacts legislation to reject, modify, or defer the amendments. The amendments may be accessed here.

Supreme Court Documentary Airs Beginning January 31

The Supreme Court, a four-part documentary series featuring exclusive interviews with Chief Justice John Roberts and retired Associate Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, begins airing on PBS January 31. The series explores the role of the court throughout American History.  A full broadcast schedule is available here.



New Supreme Court Resource

The Supreme Court Times provides ongoing coverage of the Supreme Court’s docket, including blog commentary and online access to documents (docket sheets, cert petitions, briefs, argument transcripts).  It also provides a collection of links to other valuable Supreme court resources.