This is a Complaint pleading for use in litigation of the title matter. Adapt this form to comply with your facts and circumstances, and with your specific state law. Not recommended for use by non-attorneys.
This is a Complaint pleading for use in litigation of the title matter. Adapt this form to comply with your facts and circumstances, and with your specific state law. Not recommended for use by non-attorneys.
A section 2-615 motion to dismiss is appropriate if there is a defect on the face of the complaint or other pleading. Common bases for a section 2-615 motion include failing to allege essential elements of the alleged cause of action and failing to state a claim upon which relief may be granted, among others.
Draft the Motion Begin with a clear and concise introduction, stating the grounds for dismissal. Follow with a detailed argument section that outlines why the complaint should be dismissed, supported by legal authorities.
‍2-615 Motions to Dismiss Typically, 2-615 Motions are granted when the Complaint fails to state allegations which amount to a cause of action. For example, a cause of action for a civil assault requires the plaintiff to plead the following elements: An intentional act. Directed toward the plaintiff.
A Motion to Dismiss pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/2-615 alleges that there are defects on the face of the pleading. This typically means that the pleading does not state a claim for which the relief being requested can be granted.
At the request of a party the court shall order witnesses excluded so that they cannot hear the testimony of other witnesses, and it may make the order of its own motion.
Filing a motion to dismiss does not preclude later filing an answer, and filing an answer does not preclude later filing a section 2--619 motion to dismiss.
Common Grounds for Filing a Motion to Dismiss. Lack of Subject Matter Jurisdiction. Lack of Personal Jurisdiction. Improper Venue. Insufficient Service of Process.
A motion to dismiss is a formal request by a party to the court to dismiss a case. This pretrial motion is often filed before a criminal or civil case begins. Often, the defendant files this type of motion shortly after receiving the complaint and before engaging in further legal proceedings.
A section 2-615 motion to dismiss is appropriate if there is a defect on the face of the complaint or other pleading. Common bases for a section 2-615 motion include failing to allege essential elements of the alleged cause of action and failing to state a claim upon which relief may be granted, among others.