Second Misconduct Complaint in Four Years Against CT U.S. Circuit Judge

LAP’s President and Founder Aliza Shatzman spoke with the Connecticut Insider about a new judicial misconduct complaint against New Haven native and federal appeals court Judge Sarah Merriam, alleging a pattern of bullying and hostile treatment toward former law clerks, including yelling, demeaning emails, and unpredictable outbursts. The complaint — the second in four years — highlights ongoing concerns about workplace culture in chambers and the need for stronger accountability and protections for clerks.