Ep.228 – Travis Laster on Judges and Academics

Travis Laster, Vice Chancellor of the Delaware Court of Chancery, shares insights from his legal journey and the crucial intersection of academia and the judiciary. He discusses how judges utilize expert academic work in decision-making and the role of scholars as expert witnesses in court. The conversation expands on the necessity for academics to engage in writing amicus briefs to enhance legal discourse. Laster advocates for ongoing dialogue between judges and scholars, emphasizing the importance of diverse insights to tackle complex legal challenges.