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The Appellate Project Moves to the Center on Race, Inequality, and the Law at NYU School of Law
TAP is moving to NYU Law's Center for Race, Inequality, and the Law — giving TAP the foundation to deepen its programming, grow its alumni community, and amplify the scholarship and voices of its community.
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Joining the Justice: Darryl E. William, Jr.’s Journey to the Supreme Court
TAP Alum Darryl E. Williams, Jr. Will Clerk for Justice Ketanji Brown-Jackson During the 2026 October Term
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How I Got Here: Journeys in Appellate Law
TAP shares the journeys of five of our mentors whose stories reflect resilience, representation, and the power of mentorship.
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The Quiet Power of Dissent
Paul Watford, former judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, explores how dissenting opinions often carry weight that extends far beyond their immediate legal impact.
NEWS
Founder Juvaria S. Khan reflects on seven years of building TAP, her decision to step down as CEO, and what this next chapter holds.
TAP shares the story behind its move to CRIL at NYU Law — from five years of community-building to the strategic planning process that led to this decision, and what comes next.
TAP is moving to NYU Law's Center on Race, Inequality, and the Law — giving TAP the foundation to deepen its programming, grow its alumni community, and amplify the scholarship and voices of its community.
TAP alumni spent a day in Washington, D.C. networking with volunteers and visiting the U.S. Supreme Court, reflecting on why diversity in appellate spaces matters.
Former UC Berkeley Law student body co-president Kendrick Peterson becomes the first Black judicial clerk sworn into the Washington, D.C. Bar Association.
TAP alum Marquan Robertson shares his journey as a first-generation lawyer entering appellate practice and how TAP’s Mentorship Program helped him prepare for and succeed in a Fifth Circuit clerkship
USA Today spotlights The Appellate Project amid coverage of efforts to diversify the federal judiciary, noting our role in mentoring and training students of color aiming for careers in appellate law.
In a collaboration with The Strict Scrutiny Podcast, members of The Appellate project talk about voting rights and diversity in the appellate bar.
Law360 highlights the work The Appellate Project is doing to diversify the court system.
VOICES
TAP Alum Darryl E. Williams, Jr. Will Clerk for Justice Ketanji Brown-Jackson During the 2026 October Term
This Women's History Month, Alejandra Ávila shares insights on what it takes to build sustainable careers in appellate practice for emerging leaders.
In honor of Black History Month, Jillian Williams reflects on collaboration, representation, and working in appellate practice.
TAP congratulates Board Chair Justin Lam on receiving APABA-DC's 2025 Rising Star Award, recognizing his commitment to representation and building a more inclusive appellate profession.
This Veterans Day, we share how Alex Porter translated military service into a clerkship with guidance from his TAP mentor Josh Mathew.
RESOURCES
Appellate practice can feel out of reach, but related skills can be learned over time. This resource offers practical guidance to help you explore the field and build experience at any stage in your career.
Appellate writing can feel specialized, with its own conventions and focus on legal analysis, precedent, and standards of review. This resource breaks down the key components of an appellate brief and offers practical guidance on crafting clear, persuasive arguments.
Federal district court clerkships are a valuable path to appellate law. This resource explains the role, skills developed, and how these positions can support long-term appellate career goals.
There are many paths to appellate practice. This resource offers practical guidance for exploring appellate opportunities early and building the skills and experience needed for appellate work.
After a case is decided in a trial court, a party may ask an appellate court to review whether the law was applied correctly. This resource explains the appellate process, key stages, and the far-reaching impact appellate decisions can have.
We've created this roadmap: a year-by-year guide to help you make strategic choices that align with your appellate aspirations.