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3d Cir. L.A.R. 28.4

Signing the Brief

activein force · 2011-08-01 – presentact-effective-date

All briefs must be signed in accordance with the provision of L.A.R. 46.4. Electronic

briefs may be signed with either an electronically generated signature or “s/ typed name” in the

signature location. Counsel’s state Bar number, if any, and address and phone number must be

included with the signature.

Source: Fed. R. Civ. P. 11

Cross-references: L.A.R. 46.4; L.A.R. Misc. 113.4

Committee Comments: This rule is derived from Fed. R. Civ. P. 11 which requires

signatures on all papers. The signing of documents is important

because it constitutes a certificate by the attorney or party that he

or she has read the pleading or brief to ensure that it complies with

all federal and local rules. The requirement is interpreted broadly

and the attorney of record may designate another person to sign the

brief. If a party is represented by multiple counsel, the signature

from only one attorney of record is required.

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2026-09-18
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