LAW 847

Appellate Advocacy

American University · UGRD · Fall 2026

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Covers appellate advocacy in civil cases, with an emphasis on federal courts. The bulk of the course is devoted to brief writing and oral argument techniques. Also provides an overview of appellate procedure, including jurisdiction, finality, the collateral order doctrine, interlocutory appeals, mandamus, standards of review, and issue preservation and harmless error.

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4 openSeats: 12/16 seats Last recorded: Aug 9, 2026, 1:02 AM
Class #42609Fall 2026UGRD3.0 credits
4 available12 enrolled16 capacity0 waitlist
Days & times
Mo · 7:00 – 9:50 PM
Meeting dates
Aug 21 – Dec 18
Location
Capital Hall C116
Instructor
Bondy, Thomas
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2 openSeats: 14/16 seats Last recorded: Aug 9, 2026, 1:02 AM
Class #42610Fall 2026UGRD3.0 credits
2 available14 enrolled16 capacity0 waitlist
Days & times
Tu · 6:00 – 8:50 PM
Meeting dates
Aug 21 – Dec 18
Location
Yuma Building YT17
Instructor
Gregory, Lisa M.
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