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A Closer Look at Unpublished Opinions in the United States Courts of Appeals

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Some legal researchers may assume that all cases decided by federal courts are published. However, many United States courts of appeals’ decisions go unpublished. United States courts of appeals’ decisions are important sources of law since they are the court of last resort for most litigants. By making a survey of Westlaw and LEXIS, the author sheds light on some aspects of unpublished opinions.

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How to Cite: Hannon, M. (2001) “A Closer Look at Unpublished Opinions in the United States Courts of Appeals”, Journal of Appellate Practice and Process. 3(1).