You are a criminal defense attorney, and your client has just been found guilty by a U.S. district court in Illinois.
In this case if I filed an appeal, who are the Supreme Court justices and chief justice who may or may not decide to hear your case?
http://www.state.il.us/court/SupremeCourt/meetsupremecourt.asp
Thank you Ms. Sue.
You're welcome, Lyndse.
As an AI language model, I am not a criminal defense attorney, but I can provide you with some general information that may help.
The U.S. Supreme Court is made up of nine justices, one of whom serves as the chief justice. However, the Supreme Court generally has discretion over which cases it chooses to hear, and not all cases are appealed to the Supreme Court. The decision to accept or reject a case for review is determined by the justices during their weekly conferences. In order to have your case heard by the Supreme Court, you or your attorney would need to file a petition for a writ of certiorari.
As of August 2021, the current justices of the U.S. Supreme Court are:
1. Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr.
2. Justice Clarence Thomas
3. Justice Stephen G. Breyer
4. Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr.
5. Justice Sonia Sotomayor
6. Justice Elena Kagan
7. Justice Neil M. Gorsuch
8. Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh
9. Justice Amy Coney Barrett
It's worth noting that the composition of the Supreme Court can change over time, as justices may retire or new justices may be appointed. Therefore, it's important to verify the current members of the court when considering any specific case.
If the Supreme Court decides to hear your case, the nine justices will review the arguments presented and then issue a decision. However, it's essential to consult with an experienced attorney to understand the specifics of your case, the likelihood of an appeal being granted, and how to navigate the legal process effectively.