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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 New Jersey, a brief is a formal document submitted to a court by a party involved in litigation or arbitration. The brief presents the party's arguments, cites relevant laws and case precedents, and explains why the court should rule in the party's favor. New Jersey courts have specific rules regarding the formatting, length, and filing procedures for briefs. These rules can be found in the New Jersey Court Rules, which dictate aspects such as font size, margins, page limits, and the necessity for a table of contents and authorities. Briefs are typically filed electronically through the New Jersey Courts' electronic filing system, and parties are required to serve copies of their briefs on all other parties involved in the litigation. The New Jersey Court Rules are regularly updated, so it is important for attorneys to ensure compliance with the most current standards when preparing and filing briefs.

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