The Federal Circuit Bar Association is pleased to announce the 2009 George Hutchinson Writing Competition. FCBA is comprised of more than 2,500 nationwide members, who practice law in the areas that lie within the specialized jurisdiction of the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals. The Federal Circuit Court of Appeals has exclusive jurisdiction over certain defined subject areas. Specifically, the Court's jurisdiction includes appeals from all patent litigation (nationwide), Patent and Trademark Office decisions, government contract claims, International Trade Commission, Merit Systems Appeals, and Veterans Appeals.
Entries to the contest may discuss any topic that lies within the procedure, substance, or scope of the jurisdiction of the Court. Students are encouraged to base their entries on papers that they prepared for law school courses and seminars during the 2008/2009 school year. Three thousand dollars ($3,000.00) will be awarded to the entry deemed by the judges to be the best entry and to merit the award. Second and third place cash prizes may also be awarded at the discretion of the judges. In addition, the winner will receive significant favorable publicity to all members of FCBA. Submissions must be postmarked no later than June 26, 2009.
The rules and further information can be found by clicking HERE. Good Luck!
