A motion is a legal request that a court does something. For example, common motions include “for summary judgment,” “to dismiss,” or “to compel discovery.” These are all trial motions and not applicable to appellate courts. Conversely, at the trial level, a legal brief can answer certain motions or be drafted in response to a judge’s request.
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