Leeke v. Gordon

How later courts describe this case

• recognizing that even where a pro se claim is insufficient in substance, it may be scrutinized and amended to achieve the ends of justice
• finding that pro se complaints should be construed liberally
• only the affiant’s economic condition may be considered in determining whether to grant leave to proceed in forma pauperis
• pro se civil rights plaintiff should be granted leave to amend complaint despite failure to state how he could cure deficiencies
• district court should appoint counsel to assist a pro se litigant who raises a colorable claim but lacks the capacity to present it
• reckless conduct sufficient to satisfy scienter requirement in securities context
• court’s duty is to interpret pro se complaints liberally
• courts should liberally construe pro se complaint