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Civil Complaint (Federal Court)
Standard form for initiating a civil lawsuit in U.S. District Court, including jurisdictional allegations, factual claims, and prayer for relief.
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Instructions
Begin with the case caption identifying the court and parties. Establish subject matter jurisdiction (federal question under 28 U.S.C. 1331 or diversity under 28 U.S.C. 1332). Number each factual allegation. State each cause of action as a separate count. Conclude with a prayer for relief specifying damages sought. Filing fee is $405.