Va. R. Sup. Ct. 5A:22
As amended through April 19, 2024
The reply brief, if any, must contain argument in reply to contentions made in the brief of appellee. No reply brief is necessary if the contentions have been adequately answered in the opening brief of appellant. The reply brief must contain a certificate (which need not be signed in handwriting) stating (1) that it was served on opposing counsel and (2) whether counsel desires to waive oral argument.
The certificate must also state the number of words (headings, footnotes, and quotations are included in the page and word limit; the cover page, table of contents, table of authorities, signature blocks, and certificate are not included in the page or word limit).
Va. Sup. Ct. 5A:22