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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 Washington State, 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 laws, and arguments supporting the party's position. Washington courts have specific rules regarding the preparation and submission of briefs, which include guidelines on page limits, formatting, and the required structure of the arguments. These rules can be found in the Washington Rules of Appellate Procedure for appellate courts, and similar local rules exist for trial courts. Briefs are typically filed electronically through the state's e-filing system, and parties are also responsible for ensuring that copies are served on all other parties involved in the litigation. It is important for parties to adhere to these rules to avoid having their briefs rejected or their arguments disregarded.

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