Motion Writing With IRAC Structure and Persuasive Framing
Motion writing services delivered with flat-fee pricing, two rounds of revisions, and licensed-attorney sign-off in your jurisdiction.
Motion Types Our Drafters Cover
Motion writing services produce the written motion and memorandum of law required to ask a court for relief at any stage of a civil or criminal case. Common motions include motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, motions to compel discovery, motions in limine, motions to strike, and post-trial motions. A professional motion writing service drafts the motion to local rules, applies the correct procedural standard, and supports every argument with current case law. Legal Tank's motion writing services are attorney-trained, citation-checked, and reviewed by licensed counsel in your jurisdiction.
Motion Categories Our Writers Take On
Motion to dismiss
Rule 12(b)(1)-(7) motions, demurrers, and state-court analogues with Twombly/Iqbal analysis.
Motion for summary judgment
FRCP 56 motions and state-court counterparts with statement of undisputed facts.
Motion to compel discovery
Discovery motions with meet-and-confer certifications and request-by-request analysis.
Motion in limine
Pretrial evidentiary motions with FRE 401, 403, and 404(b) analysis.
Motion to vacate judgment
FRCP 59 and 60 motions to alter, amend, or vacate judgments.
Motion for protective order
Discovery protective orders with proportionality and burden analysis.
Motion Writing: Solo Counsel vs. Mid-Size Firm vs. Legal Tank
| Motion Phase | Standard | Common Pitfall |
|---|---|---|
| Pleadings (12(b)) | Plausibility (Twombly/Iqbal) | Treating as MSJ |
| Discovery (motion to compel) | Relevance + proportionality | Skipping meet-and-confer |
| Dispositive (MSJ) | No genuine dispute of material fact | Disputing immaterial facts |
| Trial (motion in limine) | FRE 401, 403, 404(b) | Vague evidentiary objections |
How Our Motion Drafting Works
Identify the procedural posture
We confirm what motion is appropriate, the controlling rule, and the local-rule formatting requirements.
Draft motion + memorandum
Each motion is paired with a memorandum of law citing controlling authority and applying it to your facts.
Cite check and proofread
Every citation is KeyCited; every record citation is verified; the brief is proofread.
Attorney sign-off
A licensed attorney in your jurisdiction reviews and signs off on substantive accuracy.
Filing-ready delivery
Motion delivered with proposed order, certificate of service, and any required local-rule certifications.
Motion Drafting Pricing by Document Type
Fast guided drafting with the structure of a professional document. Best for simple matters where you want a strong starting point.
Drafted by a vetted writer and reviewed by a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before delivery.
Custom drafted from scratch by a licensed attorney with phone consultation and unlimited revisions until filed or signed.
Engagements That Pair With Outsourced Motion Drafting
Motion Writing Questions Counsel Brings to Us
What does it mean to draft a motion?
Drafting a motion means writing the formal request to a court asking for a specific procedural or substantive ruling, plus the memorandum of law supporting that request with controlling authority and application to the case facts. A typical motion has a notice of motion (what relief is sought, when the hearing is set), the motion itself with grounds and authorities, the memorandum of law, supporting declarations or affidavits, exhibits, a proposed order, and a certificate of service. Legal Tank drafts every component of the package under attorney supervision.
What not to tell a judge?
What not to tell a judge in a motion: do not misstate the record, do not omit controlling authority that goes against your position (Model Rule 3.3 requires disclosure of directly adverse controlling authority), do not personally attack opposing counsel, and do not include factual statements unsupported by the record or by a sworn declaration. A motion that violates these basics damages your credibility with the judge for the rest of the case. Legal Tank's attorney sign-off step screens for each of these risks.
How much will a lawyer charge to file a motion?
A lawyer typically charges between 1,500 and 5,000 dollars to draft and file a routine civil motion, with complex motions for summary judgment running 5,000 to 25,000 dollars or more. Hourly rates run 250 to 900 dollars. Legal Tank's flat-fee pricing for motion drafting starts at 49 dollars for simple procedural motions and runs to 1,499 dollars for fully attorney-drafted dispositive motions with all supporting papers. The savings versus traditional firm billing are typically 60 to 80 percent.
How do I draft a motion?
Drafting a motion follows a five-step pattern: (1) identify the controlling rule (FRCP, state rule, or local rule); (2) state the grounds and the relief requested in the motion itself; (3) write the memorandum of law with the standard, the application of authority to facts, and a conclusion; (4) attach the supporting record evidence (declarations, exhibits, deposition transcripts); and (5) draft the proposed order, certificate of service, and any local-rule certifications. Legal Tank drafts every component as a complete filing-ready package.
Outsource Your Motion Drafting Without Losing Voice
Get a flat-fee quote for motion writing services with attorney sign-off. Most engagements are quoted within hours and delivered within 1-7 business days.