Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Brief Writing — Arguments Must Be Based on Issues, Not Grounds of Appeal

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

Brief arguments must be structured around issues for determination, not grounds of appeal. The rule applies to all appellate briefs. Compliance ensures clarity and focus. The court may strike out arguments not based on issues. The principle promotes orderly appellate advocacy. The appellant must formulate…

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