Ministry of Defense and Support for the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran v. Elahi
| Docket No. | Op. Below | Argument | Opinion | Vote | Author | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07-615 | 9th Cir. | Jan 12, 2009 | Apr 21, 2009 | 6-3 | Breyer | OT 2008 |
Issue: Whether a disputed judgment against a military contractor at issue between Iran and the United States before the Claims Tribunal in The Hague is subject to attachment under the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act.
Judgment: Reversed, 6-3, in an opinion by Justice Stephen Breyer on April 21, 2009.
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- More on the SG's brief in Ministry of Defense v. Elahi (Ben Winograd, May 27, 2008)
Briefs and Documents
Merit briefs
- Brief for Petitioner Ministry of Defense and Supoort for the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran
- Brief for Respondent Dariush Elahi
- Reply Brief for Petitioner Ministry of Defense and Support for the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran
Amicus briefs
Certiorari-Stage Documents
- Opinion below (9th Circuit)
- Petition for certiorari
- Brief in opposition
- Petitioner’s reply
- Brief of the United States Recommending Grant, Vacate and Remand
Merit briefs
- Brief for Petitioner Ministry of Defense and Supoort for the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran
- Brief for Respondent Dariush Elahi
- Reply Brief for Petitioner Ministry of Defense and Support for the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran
Amicus briefs
Certiorari-Stage Documents