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Latest revision as of 18:25, April 23, 2008
A brief is a written argument by counsel arguing a case, which contains a summary of the facts of the case, pertinent laws, and an argument of how the law applies to the factual situation. It is also called a memorandum of law.
These briefs are submitted in both civil cases and criminal cases.