What is the Respondent’s Initial Brief and Designation of Matter?
In form, the Respondent’s Initial Brief and Designation of Matter is the same as that of the appellant. See Rules 208 and 209 and Forms 13 and 14. The respondent’s brief sets forth the reasons that the Court of Appeals should uphold the decision of the trial court. The respondent need not designate any item that the appellant has designated. However, if the appellant has not designated an item that the respondent deems should be included in the appeal, the respondent should designate that item.
