Local Rule 9004-1: Pleadings - Requirements of Form

Rule 9004-1 Pleadings - Requirements of Form

(A) Form. Pleadings, motions, and briefs must be submitted on letter-size paper, typewritten or legibly printed on one side of the paper only, in not less than 13 point type with footnotes, and headings of counsel pursuant to LBR 9004-1(B), in type not smaller than 10 point. Typewritten documents must be double spaced with a top margin of one (1") inch.

Names must be typed or legibly printed under the signature line.

(B) Telephone Numbers and Addresses. At the top left margin on the first page of a pleading, the pleading must contain the name of the client, and the name, address, telephone and facsimile numbers and appropriate state bar license number of the person signing the pleading. Government attorneys may identify the agency represented in the body of the pleading.

(C) Proposed Orders. Proposed orders shall not include the heading of counsel submitting the order, pursuant to LBR 9072-1.

(D) Exhibits to Pleadings or Papers. Bulky or voluminous materials should not be submitted for filing with a pleading or paper unless the materials are essential to the Court's determination. A summary is usually sufficient.

(E) Exceptions. This format may vary to comply with applicable forms adopted by this court or prescribed by the Judicial Conference of the United States.