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Washington Brief
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(1) If produced on a computer, an opening or answering brief on the merits must not exceed 14,000 words, including footnotes, and a reply brief on the merits must not exceed 8,400 words, including footnotes.
Frame the issue to maximize the persuasiveness of your argument. Simplify the issue and argument. Have an outstanding introduction. Tell a story. Don't argue the facts (unless absolutely necessary) Know the standard of review. Be honest and acknowledge unfavorable law and facts. Only present strong legal arguments.
Once the appellate court files the record on appeal, you will have to prepare your brief. A "brief" is a party's written description of the facts in the case, the law that applies, and the party's argument about the issues on appeal. The briefs are the single most important part of the appellate process.
You must fill out a form called an Affidavit of Indigency.This form tells the court you cannot afford the fees related to your case. If the clerk or a judge approves the form, you will not have to pay.
I suggest the following as a basic starting point (it can be varied) for the framework of each issue: (1) Explain how the world works without discussing your particular facts (i.e., explain what legal principles control the issue generally); (2) consider whether illustrating a case enhances the judge's understanding
Except in a summary judgment or summary adjudication motion, no opening or responding memorandum may exceed 15 pages. In a summary judgment or summary adjudication motion, no opening or responding memorandum may exceed 20 pages. No reply or closing memorandum may exceed 10 pages.
Indigent means to be a poor or needy person. Our laws look at how much money a person has, how much debt they have and how many assets they have to determine whether or not they can afford to hire their own representation or if they need a court-appointed attorney to represent them.
A principal brief may not exceed 30 pages, or a reply brief 15 pages, unless it complies with Rule 32(a)(7)(B).
Literally, anywhere between 15 and 150 hours. It really depends on the issue and who's doing the writing.