A brief is a written legal document filed in a litigation or arbitration dispute resolution proceeding in which a party to the dispute recites the facts and the law applicable to the dispute and explains to the court or arbitrator why the party should prevail in the dispute. Courts often have rules regarding the page limits and format for briefs, as well as the method for filing briefs (usually electronically) and delivery of a copies to other parties to the litigation.
In Indiana, a brief is a formal document submitted to a court by a party involved in litigation or arbitration. This document presents the facts of the case, the relevant law, and arguments supporting the party's position. Indiana courts have specific rules regarding the preparation and submission of briefs, which include guidelines on page limits, formatting, and the filing process. For instance, the Indiana Rules of Appellate Procedure provide detailed instructions on the content, form, and length of briefs for cases on appeal. These rules mandate electronic filing (e-filing) of briefs through the Indiana E-filing System for most cases, and they also specify how parties should serve copies of briefs to other involved parties. It is important for parties to adhere to these rules to ensure that their briefs are accepted by the court and properly considered in their dispute resolution proceedings.