Retired Justice Kennedy on What Made Him Nervous at the High Court

The transcript discusses the process of assigning opinions in legal cases, the exploration of tentative and unconventional theories, and the feelings of nervousness experienced in court and during conferences. It highlights the importance of being prepared and on one's toes when arguing multiple cases.

What is a key factor in the decision-making process according to the speaker?

• The views of colleagues

• The complexity of the law

• The opinion of the public

• The length of the case

What does the speaker suggest about proposing theories in private discussions?

• They are not allowed

• They should always be conventional

• They might be wacky but could work

• They are usually dismissed

How does the speaker feel about going on the bench?

• Extremely confident

• Somewhat anxious

• Very nervous

• Not nervous

In which setting does the speaker feel more nervous?

• In the courtroom

• During a conference

• While preparing for a case

• When meeting clients

What is the speaker's concern during conferences?

• Being late to the meeting

• Losing important documents

• Arguing multiple cases effectively

• Forgetting case details