‘If the Job Is Better, You Get Better’: Chief District Judge Discusses Overcoming Negative Perceptions During Q&A

Chief U.S. District Judge F. Dennis Saylor IV recalled advice he received as a new judge: “Never, ever allow a junior [attorney] to utter a word in your courtroom.” Saylor didn’t take the suggestion.

       

Chief U.S. District Judge F. Dennis Saylor IV recalled advice he received as a new judge: “Never, ever allow a junior [attorney] to utter a word in your courtroom.” Saylor didn’t take the suggestion.