This analysis of citation patterns in Supreme Court briefs from the 2024 term reveals that certain justices and cases dominate due to their methodological influence and control over specific legal areas. Chief Justice Roberts leads citations because his opinions often represent controlling precedents across many domains, while Justice Scalia's textualism remains influential despite his retirement. The temporal distribution shows a preference for recent cases, reflecting modern legal frameworks and the court’s familiarity with contemporary jurisprudence. Advocates strategically cite authorities to align with the current court's preferences, highlighting professionalization in Supreme Court advocacy and a narrow universe of key precedents.
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