Complaint
The pleading that starts a civil action. Under Rule 3, a civil action is commenced by filing a complaint with the court.
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Motion to Dismiss for Failure to Join a Required Party
A motion arguing that a person who must be part of the case under Rule 19 has not been joined.
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Summons and Service of Process
The formal way a defendant is notified of a lawsuit. The plaintiff must serve the summons together with a copy of the complaint (Rule 4(c)(1)).
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Motion for a More Definite Statement
A motion asking for a clearer pleading when it is so vague or ambiguous that the party cannot reasonably prepare a response.