The Ninth Edition of
Federal Jurisdiction continues to be an accessible and thorough exposition of the laws, issues, and policies that determine the jurisdiction of federal courts. Luminary author Erwin Chemerinsky unpacks the black letter law and underlying policy issues of his subject with the clarity and penetrating insight for which he is renowned. Students can rely on this text to inform and enrich their understanding of the cases and materials covered in this course.
New to the 9th Edition:- Important decisions concerning justiciability, such as TransUnion LLC v. Ramirez on standing under federal statutes
- Significant decisions with regard to the use of non-Article III courts, such as Securities and Exchange Commission v. Jarkesy
- Trump v. United States on presidential immunity from criminal prosecutions
- New limits on Bivens suits
Professors and students will benefit from:- Thorough updating of every aspect of the book
- Comprehensive coverage that includes historical background, contemporary themes, and a lucid three-part organization of topics
- Illuminating descriptions and analyses of doctrine and policy
- Readable prose that explains current law, identifies unresolved issues, and examines competing policy considerations
- An even-handed treatment that considers multiple perspectives
