How to cite Celotex Corp. v. Catrett, Administratrix of the Estate of Catrett in Bluebook

Celotex Corp. v. Catrett, 477 U.S. 317 (1986)

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Short formCelotex Corp., 477 U.S. at ___

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About the case

Court: Supreme Court of the United States
Decided: Jun 25, 1986
Reporter: 477 U.S. 317

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