Federal Judge Criticizes Declining Standards Among Lawyers, Emphasizes Procedural Rigor

In a candid exchange with a room full of attorneys, U.S. District Judge S. Kato Crews voiced his concerns over the rising sloppiness he has observed among veteran lawyers in the past year. According to Judge Crews, this declining attention to detail has led him to intensify his focus on procedural adherence since ascending from his previous role as a magistrate judge. For further details on Judge Crews’ remarks, visit Law360.