A practical guide to drafting and answering a Bill in Chancery, including forms, rules, and practical notes for modern court practice.
This edition compiles the essential steps, from addressing the bill and introducing the parties to the Premises and prayer for relief. It also covers how to present evidence, manage amendments, and draft interrogatories and supporting documents, with references to authorities and common practice.
What you’ll experience
- Clear guidance on the structure of a bill in equity, including the designation of plaintiffs and defendants.
- Practical rules for evidence, admissions, and the handling of secondary and presumptive proof.
- Ready-to-use forms and descriptions of the bill’s parts, from the caption to the closing prayer.
- Explanations of how modern orders and precedents influence drafting and procedure.
Ideal for readers of law texts who need a reliable reference on equity pleading and court procedure.