William L. Reynolds has taught at the University of Maryland School of Law since 1971. He has written many articles on appellate decision-making, conflict of laws, and the legal process. He also serves as Counsel to Piper Rudnick LLP.William M. Richman has taught at the University of Toledo since 1976, and has served as a visiting professor at the University of Maryland and the University of Michigan. He has written books and articles on appellate court reform, conflict of laws, and personal jurisdiction.