The most critical document in any early litigation is one that most lawyers never learn how to draft.
A complaint—the introductory pleading that triggers most lawsuits—leaves an irrevocable first impression on judges and adversaries, and sets the tone for the litigation that will follow. Although it may seem like a simple, straightforward task, drafting a complaint requires strategic decision-making and attention to detail—and many of us get no formal instruction in how to do it. The following are best practices and other considerations to guide you in the drafting process.
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