Motion for a More Definite Statement Under FRCP 12(e) | Practical Law

Motion for a More Definite Statement Under FRCP 12(e) | Practical Law

A Practice Note discussing motions for a more definite statement under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure (FRCP) 12(e). This Note specifically addresses when a court may issue an order for a more definite statement, what a motion for a more definite statement must specify, and the alternatives to filing the motion. This Note also discusses how to draft, serve, and file the motion, opposition, and any reply, and appeals of any order granting or denying a motion for a more definite statement.

Motion for a More Definite Statement Under FRCP 12(e)

Practical Law Practice Note w-000-7319 (Approx. 14 pages)

Motion for a More Definite Statement Under FRCP 12(e)

by Practical Law Litigation
MaintainedUSA (National/Federal)
A Practice Note discussing motions for a more definite statement under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure (FRCP) 12(e). This Note specifically addresses when a court may issue an order for a more definite statement, what a motion for a more definite statement must specify, and the alternatives to filing the motion. This Note also discusses how to draft, serve, and file the motion, opposition, and any reply, and appeals of any order granting or denying a motion for a more definite statement.