R. David Proctor, as the chief judge of the Northern District of Alabama, stands out in the federal judiciary for his roles both in presiding over and assigning multidistrict litigation. With his judicial leadership, Judge Proctor might soon be contributing to the formulation of a nationwide rule concerning third-party litigation funding. His creative approach to fostering professional courtesy came to the forefront when he gained widespread attention for mandating that two opposing attorneys share a meal together.
For further details about Judge Proctor’s contributions to the judiciary and his distinctive methods, the relevant article can be found on Law360.