Advisory Opinions The Problem With Multidistrict Litigation
Feb 6, 2024
District Judge Vince Chhabria, an expert in multidistrict litigation, discusses the pros and cons of MDLs and how to fix forum shopping. The podcast also touches on Justice Breyer's jurisprudence, the role of judges in acknowledging value judgments, and the challenges of being a district court judge. They explore diversity and qualifications in appointing federal judges and the importance of having a diverse clerk team.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Justice Breyer and Constitutional Interpretation
02:28 • 15min
The Role of Judges and Acknowledging Value Judgments
17:20 • 3min
High school memories and adopting slang language
20:19 • 2min
The Busy Schedule and Caseload of District Court Judges
22:36 • 12min
Forum Shopping and Judge Selection
34:11 • 6min
Form-Shopping in Litigation and Nationwide Injunctions
40:33 • 21min
Perspectives on Diversity and Qualifications in Appointing Federal Judges
01:01:39 • 11min