Local Rule 28.1: Briefs
Local Rules and Internal Operating Procedures of the Second Circuit — Title VII. General Provisions
(a) Form of Brief. A brief must be concise, logically arranged with proper headings, and free of irrelevant matter. The court may disregard a brief that does not comply with this rule.
(b) Appellant's Brief. At the beginning of the statement of the case, an appellant's brief must:
(1) describe the nature of the case and the relevant procedural history; (2) identify the judge or agency official who rendered the decision being appealed from; (3) indicate the disposition below; and (4) cite the decision or supporting opinion, if reported
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