PA · rules
Chester Cnty. C.P. Court of Common Pleas Standard Operating Procedures B
Oral Argument
Counsel should be prompt, professionally attired and well prepared
for oral argument. Do not merely repeat what your brief asserts. Be prepared to
engage in a colloquy with the court and to cite applicable legal authority for your
position. Oral argument should only be requested where there are unique
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These procedures have been adopted by all Chester County judges. All references to counsel herein
equally apply to unrepresented parties. These procedures do not apply to orphans’ court practice except
where specifically noted.
factual/legal issues. A time limit of approximately ten (10) minutes per side will
generally apply. Please review C.C.R.C.P. 211.1 to request oral argument.
Provenance
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- www.chesco.org
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-30
- Edition
- 2026-09-30
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