The purpose of pleadings is to give notice and to establish the issues of fact and law that the parties dispute.

Pleadings

Written statements filed with a court by parties to a legal dispute detailing their claims, defenses, and other legal arguments.

Notice

A formal communication informing someone of an action taken or to be taken, or a condition that affects legal rights or obligations.

Issues of Fact

Matters in a legal case that are subject to dispute between parties and are to be determined through the presentation of evidence.