A motion is an application to the court for a specific court order within the confines of an existing case. For example, a motion to preclude asks the court to ban the testimony or evidence from being used in the case.Motion to strike is basically when there's something in the pleading that's false. To oppose a motion, you must prepare an affidavit or affirmation. This overview provides lawyers with foundational information on when and how to file a motion to strike. A motion is a formal a request for the Court to issue an order separate from the main judgment. The statutory basis for motions is found in CPLR 2214. A Motion to Strike can remove pleas, statements, and evidence from judicial proceedings in a lawsuit. Below is a list of sample motions, responses to motions, and a few court orders. Sometimes, you must reinvent the wheel when drafting legal documents.