Second Circuit: Laroe Estates, Inc. v. Town of Chester

FRCP

So long as the relief sought and theory of the case are identical, a propsective intervenor of right in a pending action need not demonstrate separate Article III standing.  It is sufficient that they have a direct, substantial, and legally protectable interest relating to the existing case/controversy.

Circuit split flagged.

 Laroe Estates, Inc. v. Town of Chester