The U.S. Courts were created under Article III of the Constitution to administer justice fairly and impartially, within the jurisdiction established by the Constitution and Congress. Follow the link above to learn more about the Judicial Branch and it's work.
History of the Middle District of Tennessee
For a brief historical overview of the federal court in Tennessee, follow the link above. For information regarding the geographic area the Court serves, click HERE.
Educational Resources from the United States Courts
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Educational Resources from ABOTA Foundation
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The work of the federal courts touches upon many of the most significant issues affecting the American people, and federal judges exercise wide authority and discretion in the cases over which they preside. This section offers information on how federal judgeships are created, how judges are chosen, a summary of judicial vacancies, and provides basic information on judicial compensation, the history of judges and judgeships, and judicial biographies.
Want to learn more about jury service and the role of juries in federal trials? Look no further!
Famous Federal Trials and Great Debates in U.S. History
Since 2006, the Federal Judicial Center, in partnership with the American Bar Association Division for Public Education, has hosted Federal Trials and Great Debates, an annual summer institute for teachers of history, law, and government. Participants from across the country come to Washington, D.C., each June to meet with federal judges, scholars, and curriculum experts to examine the history of the federal judiciary and to study three historic cases in the federal trial courts. The materials on these cases, while designed for teachers, are valuable resources for all seeking to learn more about the role the federal judiciary has played in our nation’s history.
State and Federal Jurisdiction
What's the difference between state and federal jurisidcition? Find out here!
Supreme Court Cases originating in the Middle District of Tennessee
The United States Supreme Court has issued opinions in cases originating in the Middle District since a resident judgeship was authorized in 1922. Click the link above to see a full list.