Judge Don Willett
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Donny Ray Willett is a United States Circuit Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. He was previously appointed by Texas Governor Rick Perry to serve as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Texas on August 24, 2005, when former Justice Priscilla Owen created a vacancy on that court by joining the Fifth Circuit.
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This comprehensive overview covers 17 subjects typically taught in US law schools, including Contracts, Torts, Criminal Law, and Constitutional Law. Written by expert legal academics, each chapter offers an organized review of the topic with detailed outlines. Perfect for those considering law school, participating in an LL.M. program, or seeking an overview of the US legal system. Chapters are designed with foreign lawyers and international students in mind.
Judge Don Willett
2016-06-20T19:40:22.000Z
"Reading Law" by Antonin Scalia and Bryan Garner is a groundbreaking book that explains the most important principles of constitutional, statutory, and contractual interpretation in an engaging and informative style. With real-life case examples, the authors tackle pressing questions such as whether a burrito is a sandwich and whether corporations are entitled to personal privacy. The book also delves into controversial issues in modern jurisprudence, including the true doctrine of originalism and whether the spirit or the letter of the law is more important. Written in a definitive yet nuanced style, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the law.
Judge Don Willett
2016-06-20T19:40:22.000Z
Explore the American legal system with this comprehensive guide by Jay Feinman. The fifth edition of Law 101 covers recent legal developments, including Supreme Court decisions, police shootings, and the impact of Black Lives Matter. Feinman offers a clear introduction to constitutional law, contracts law, and criminal law, among other subjects. Plus, you'll learn legal vocabulary and read about fascinating examples and cases. Whether you're a law student, journalist, or casual fan of legal dramas, Law 101 is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the American legal system.
Judge Don Willett
2016-06-20T19:40:22.000Z
Learn how to protect your family, your money, your job, and your rights with this friendly guide on everyday legal issues, written in plain English. Get answers to common legal questions and decipher legal jargon to come out on top. Discover how to safeguard child support rights, defend against identity theft, improve credit score, find the right attorney, and more. Now revised and updated!
Judge Don Willett
2016-06-20T19:40:22.000Z