“Increasing exposure to the diversity of appellate careers in law school and beyond would ensure that our highest courts are representative of all our communities.”

“Appellate law in particular has tremendous potential to impact legal precedent.”

“Prioritize excelling academically and strengthening your writing skills.  That will always serve you well, no matter what field of law you choose to go into.”

“While you’re in law school, work on strengthening your research and writing skills—especially writing.“

“We must all be more purposeful about building communities that include people who have different experiences from us so that we better appreciate our shared humanity.”

“Indigenous appellate attorneys know a lot about the law and a lot about life. Both are needed for effective advocacy.”

“Earn the experience you need to do the job well. Take chances in yourself. Be open to mentorship.”

“Follow a path that makes sense for you from a personal and professional perspective understanding circumstances will change both personally and professionally over the course of your career. “

We applaud the news of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s historic nomination, which shows our future appellate leaders that they too can serve on this country’s highest court.

“Know where you come from and don’t accept the world or the law as it is.  We all have power to change things.”