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American Supreme Court litigator and co-founder of SCOTUSblog, recognized as one of the most prolific advocates before the U.S. Supreme Court in recent decades.
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Tom Goldstein ranks #42 of 257 in the Lawyer ranking, behind Mohandas Gandhi, ahead of Derrick Bell.
Major Supreme Court advocate and SCOTUSblog co-founder, strong specialist reputation, though later legal troubles may affect consensus.
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What is Tom Goldstein's connection to SCOTUSblog?
Goldstein co-founded SCOTUSblog with Amy Howe in 2002 to cover the U.S. Supreme Court. The site became known for case documents, argument coverage, statistical analysis, and rapid reporting on opinions.
Did Tom Goldstein argue cases before the Supreme Court?
Yes. He became a prominent Supreme Court advocate after using careful analysis of circuit conflicts to identify cases with a realistic chance of review. His appellate practice included dozens of oral arguments before the Court.
Was Tom Goldstein a Supreme Court clerk?
No. Unlike many elite Supreme Court advocates, Goldstein did not clerk for a Supreme Court justice. He built his practice through litigation, case research, and direct efforts to represent parties seeking review.
Is SCOTUSblog operated by the U.S. Supreme Court?
No. SCOTUSblog is an independent publication and is not an official government website. Official opinions, orders, calendars, and docket records are published through supremecourt.gov.
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