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First job Quote by Josh Hawley

“My first job out of law school was on the Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, where Gorsuch is a judge. I observed in the year that I worked at the court what many litigants and commentators have since noted: that Gorsuch possesses an incisive legal mind, writes with skill and wit, and is…” quote by Josh Hawley
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“My first job out of law school was on the Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, where Gorsuch is a judge. I observed in the year that I worked at the court what many litigants and commentators have since noted: that Gorsuch possesses an incisive legal mind, writes with skill and wit, and is scrupulously fair.”

Josh Hawley

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks on Judicial Experience, Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, 2015

Describes Gorsuch's sharp intellect, eloquent writing, and fairness as observed during a clerkship

In simple terms: Gorsuch is smart, witty, and fair as a judge

Key Takeaway

Recognize and value judicial competence

Themes

law judicial temperament fairness writing skill

Mood

analytical respectful

Type

professional observational

When to use this quote

  • law clerk training
  • judicial appointments
  • legal education

Key Concepts

legal analysis court dynamics professional mentorship

Questions to Reflect On

  • What qualities make a judge both effective and impartial?
  • How can we ensure fairness in judicial evaluations?
A Different Perspective

Potential bias from personal admiration may affect objectivity

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