R.i. Sup. Ct. R. 28

As amended through June 7, 2024
Rule 28 - Motions
(a)Supporting Memorandum. Except as otherwise provided by these rules, every motion or petition, including petitions for trials or new trials or for leave to take and prosecute appeals, shall be accompanied by a brief memorandum setting out the grounds therefor and citing the authorities relied upon.
(b)Memorandum in Opposition. A memorandum in opposition to a motion may be filed by any adverse party within ten (10) days of service of the movant's motion and memorandum.
(c)Reply Memorandum. The moving party may file a reply memorandum within ten (10) days after service of the memorandum in opposition. No party may file a supplemental memorandum without the prior approval or direction of the Supreme Court.
(d) All motions and memoranda filed pursuant to this rule shall be filed in accordance with Rule 18.
(e)Expediting an Appeal. If the Supreme Court expedites an appeal, upon motion or its own initiative, no party shall be granted an extension to file any Rule 12A statements, supplemental statements, or briefs without the express permission of the Court. The provisions of Rule 20(b) shall not apply.
(f)Papers Filed Under Seal. A party wishing to file any papers under seal shall move for permission at the time the papers are filed. Said papers shall be conditionally filed under seal pending order of the Supreme Court.

R.i. Sup. Ct. R. 28

Amended effective 6/19/2020; amended effective 10/11/2023; Revised 10/1/2023.