Venue
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Writing Template
Issue
I: The issue is whether the venue of the case is proper.
Analysis
R: Venue in a federal civil action is proper in: (1) a judicial district where any defendant resides, if all defendants reside in the same state; (2) a judicial district in which a substantial part of the events or omissions giving rise to the claim occurred, or where a substantial part of the property subject to the action is situated; or (3) if there is no district in which an action may otherwise be brought, any judicial district in which any defendant is subject to the court’s personal jurisdiction with respect to such action.
A: Here, [identify which the of the three options above applies, and support with facts].
Residence
R: For individuals, “residence” is determined by domicile—the place where a person has a fixed, permanent home and principal establishment, and to which they intend to return. For business entities, “residence” is defined as any judicial district in which the entity is subject to the court’s personal jurisdiction with respect to the civil action in question.
A: Here, [apply rule to facts].
Conclusion
C: Therefore, the venue of the case [is/is not] proper.
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