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Original Jurisdiction

David Lat's insider newsletter on judges, law firms, and the legal profession

Substack Law Weekly Updated Oct 2026

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David Lat built his reputation covering the legal profession with the gossip-and-substance mix that made Above the Law popular, and Original Jurisdiction continues that approach: judicial appointments, Big Law moves, and the personalities and politics inside the legal world.

It's more insider and personality-driven than a pure legal-analysis newsletter, which makes it a favorite among lawyers and law students who want to know who's moving where and why, not just case outcomes.

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