Rule 2118. Summary of Argument.

 The summary of argument shall be a concise summary of the argument of the party in the case, suitably paragraphed. The summary of argument should not exceed one page and should never exceed two pages. The summary of argument should not be a mere repetition of the statement of questions presented. The summary should be a succinct, although accurate and clear picture of the argument actually made in the brief concerning the questions.

   Official Note

   Based on former Supreme Court Rule 54 and former Superior Court Rule 47 and extends the rule to the Commonwealth Court.

   Because the summary of argument, if properly prepared, will be helpful to the court in following oral argument and will often render unnecessary inquiries by the court which consume time allowed for argument, counsel are urged to prepare the summary with great care.

   The provisions of this Rule 2118 amended May 16, 1979, effective September 30, 1979, 9 Pa.B. 1740. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (25456).