Administrative Law Case Briefs

Administrative law governs how federal and state agencies create and enforce regulations. This 1L or upper-level course covers the delegation of legislative power, rulemaking procedures under the Administrative Procedure Act, adjudication, judicial review of agency action, and the scope of agency discretion.

The cases below span foundational decisions like Chevron U.S.A. v. NRDC (deference to agency interpretations), Citizens to Preserve Overton Park v. Volpe (arbitrary and capricious review), and Motor Vehicle Manufacturers v. State Farm (hard look review). You will also find cases on standing, exhaustion of administrative remedies, and the recent shift in deference doctrine.

Each brief follows the standard law-school format so you can prepare for class, outline your course, or review before finals.