Do the parties to an appeal have a right to respond to amicus curiae briefs filed in connection with the appeal?
Briefs in response to an amicus curiae brief on a normal course appeal are not required, but may be served and filed by a party whose position is adverse to that of the amicus brief (see Rule 500.12[f]). Letters replying to amicus submissions on an alternative procedure appeal (Rule 500.11) also are not required, but may be served and filed by a party whose position is adverse to that of the amicus submission.
Related Questions
- What other opportunities are there for input from parties with appeals governed by Part 16, besides the briefs and appeal files?
- If the DCS Service Consultant reviews materials, but does not respond within 3 days, is the right to appeal deemed waived?
- Do the parties to an appeal have a right to respond to amicus curiae briefs filed in connection with the appeal?
