Gavel Talks

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How to Become a US Bankruptcy Judge Jun 01, 2025

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Judge Frank J. Bailey and Judge Elizabeth Snow Stong examine the career path to bankruptcy court judgeship.

One of the Parties Just Filed for Bankruptcy: Now What? Aug 20, 2019

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Bankruptcy Judge Frank J. Bailey and Judge Elizabeth Snow Stong give insight about how a bankruptcy affects a court case.

Diversity in the Appointment & Selection of Neutrals Aug 06, 2019

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Judge Rachel Kretser discusses the importance of diversity in the appointment and selection of neutrals in alternative dispute resolution.

International Legal Careers Jul 09, 2019

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Col. Linda Murnane gives examples of international law career options and how to find them.

Becoming a Judge and the Federal Nomination Process Jun 18, 2019

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Appellate Judge Albert Diaz presents the path to becoming an elected or appointed judge and the nomination process for a federal judge.

Dos and Don’ts for Your First Appearance in Court Jun 04, 2019

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Judge Toni E. Clarke (retired state trial judge) gives suggestions on what lawyers should do and should avoid when they first appear before a judge.

Top Ten Tips for Administrative Hearings Jun 04, 2019

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Judge Emily Chafa offers strategies to prepare for and excel in administrative hearings.