I received an order that says that I must file a brief. What is a brief?
A. A brief is a written document that presents arguments either opposing or supporting the decision in the trial court. It is different from the notice of appeal that is filed to start the appeal process because it is a more detailed explanation of the issues in the case. The appealing party must file the first brief. If you are the appealing party (the appellant), your brief should explain to the court why you believe that the trial court’s decision is wrong. After the appealing party has filed a brief, the other parties are given an opportunity to respond by filing a brief or memorandum. If you are on the other side (the appellee), your brief should explain why you believe that the trial court’s decision was correct. If you are the appealing party, you MUST file a brief or your appeal will be dismissed. If you are not the appealing party, you do not need to file a brief, but if you choose not to, you will not be allowed to argue orally, if the court schedules oral argument in the cas
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