This week is Court Week at the Federal Circuit. The court will convene 12 panels to consider 58 cases. Of the 58 cases, the court will hear oral argument in 43. The Federal Circuit provides access to live audio of these arguments via the Federal Circuit’s YouTube channel. This month, three cases scheduled for oral argument attracted amicus briefs. Here’s what you need to know about these three cases.
Dougherty Electric, Inc. v. United States
As explained in our argument preview, in this case Dougherty Electric appeals a dismissal by the Court of Federal Claims of a refund suit for lack of subject-matter jurisdiction.
Matthew A. Hughes will argue for Dougherty Electric.
Rachel Wollitzer will argue for the United States.
Oral argument in this case is scheduled to be heard today, Monday, February 2 at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 402.
Ligado Networks LLC v. United States
As explained in our argument preview, in this case the United States appeals a decision of the Court of Federal Claims, arguing it erred by exercising jurisdiction over the case and treating a license from the Federal Communications Commission as property under the takings clause.
Nathanael Yale will argue for the United States.
Donald B. Verrilli, Jr. will argue for Ligado Networks.
Oral argument in this case is scheduled to be heard on Wednesday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 201.
Bee v. United States
As explained in our argument preview, in this case William Bee appeals the denial of his request to have his military records reflect medical retirement rather than voluntary separation.
Michael Clemente will argue for Bee.
Steven Gillingham will argue for the United States.
Oral argument in this case is scheduled to be heard on Friday, February 6 at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 402.