Wednesday, July 8, 2020

SCOTUS Marshal & Reporter to retire

Law360 has Oyez! High Court's 1st Female Marshal, Reporter Are Retiring:
U.S. Supreme Court Marshal Pamela Talkin and Reporter of Decisions Christine Luchok Fallon, the first women to serve in those roles, are retiring this year after nearly 50 years of combined service at the court.
The NLJ explains:
  • Talkin has been the court's marshal since July 2001 and has been a constant presence in the courtroom in her morning coat during arguments. She called the courtroom to order with her "oyez, oyez" cry.
  • But there was so much more to her job. She was general manager, paymaster, and chief security officer, managing about 260 employees, including the Supreme Court Police Force that provides security for the justices and court staff. She also coordinated ceremonies—such as the investitures of new justices—and arranged special events.
  • Fallon became reporter of decisions in 2011 after serving as the deputy reporter from 1989 to 2011. As the reporter, she has overseen the publication of 29 volumes of the United States Reports, and as the deputy reporter, she assisted in the editing and publication of an additional 72 volumes.
  • During her tenure, Fallon worked with court staff to ensure the editorial quality of the court’s opinions. She also played an integral role in the Reporter’s Office transition from a primarily paper-based process to one employing advancements in electronic publishing and digital records management.