U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit is a federal appellate court located in Washington, D.C. It hears appeals from lower federal courts and federal agencies. Often regarded as one of the most important courts in the country, it handles cases involving significant government actions and regulations, affecting national policy. The D.C. Circuit is known for its influential rulings on administrative law and is seen as a stepping stone for potential Supreme Court justices, given its proximity to key governmental decisions and its role in shaping legal interpretations of federal laws.