Pre-Trial Brief

A pre-trial brief is a legal document filed by the parties before trial that outlines their respective positions and arguments on the key issues in the case. It is typically filed after discovery has been completed and before the trial begins. The brief may include a summary of the facts, a discussion of the applicable law, and an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of each party’s case. It may also include motions in limine, which are requests to exclude certain evidence or arguments from trial. The purpose of the pre-trial brief is to provide the court with a roadmap of the case and to help narrow the issues for trial. It can also serve as a useful tool for the parties to organize their arguments and evidence and to anticipate the other side’s strategy. Pre-trial briefs are often required by court rules or scheduling orders and can be an important part of the litigation process.