Michigan Court of Appeals Jurisdictional Checklist
Michigan Court of Appeals Jurisdictional Checklist
General Items
- Review local court rules for specific requirements
- Consult previous similar cases for guidance
- Prepare for potential jurisdictional challenges from opposing parties
General Requirements
- Verify the appealable order or judgment
- Ensure the notice of appeal is filed within the deadline
- Confirm proper service of the notice of appeal
- Check if the appeal is from a final judgment or an interlocutory order
- Establish that there is no pending motion for reconsideration
Filing Requirements
- Prepare the required documents (e.g., brief, appendix)
- Ensure compliance with formatting rules (e.g., margins, font size)
- File the documents electronically or in paper format as required
- Pay the filing fee or request a fee waiver if applicable
- Include a proof of service with filed documents
Jurisdictional Grounds
- Identify the statute that grants jurisdiction for the appeal
- Verify that the case type is within the Court of Appeals jurisdiction
- Check for any prior rulings that might affect jurisdiction
- Confirm that all parties are properly included in the appeal
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