Multistate Bar Examination (MBE) [lawyer]

What is 'subject matter jurisdiction' for federal courts?

Federal courts may only hear cases involving federal questions or diversity of citizenship with sufficient amount in controversy Federal courts may hear any case filed by a US citizen Federal courts have jurisdiction whenever a US government agency is named Federal courts have jurisdiction when either party requests removal

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Federal courts may only hear cases involving federal questions or diversity of citizenship with sufficient amount in controversy

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