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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF [COUNTY] COUNTY
STATE OF GEORGIA
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[PLAINTIFF], )
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Plaintiff, )
) CIVIL ACTION
v. ) FILE NO.: [_]
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[DEFENDANT], )
)
Defendant. )
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DEFENDANT’S MOTION TO DISMISS
PURSUANT TO O.C.G.A. § 9-11-12(b) AND REQUEST FOR
ORAL ARGUMENT UNDER USCR 6.3(a)(3)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. DOCUMENT HEADER .................................................... 2
II. DEFINITIONS ......................................................... 2
III. OPERATIVE PROVISIONS (MOTION) ....................................... 3
IV. REPRESENTATIONS & WARRANTIES ........................................ 5
V. COVENANTS & RESTRICTIONS ............................................ 5
VI. DEFAULT & REMEDIES ................................................. 5
VII. RISK ALLOCATION .................................................... 5
VIII. DISPUTE RESOLUTION ................................................. 5
IX. GENERAL PROVISIONS ................................................. 6
X. EXECUTION BLOCK .................................................... 7
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE ............................................... 8

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I. DOCUMENT HEADER
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1. Caption: See above.
2. Movant: Defendant [DEFENDANT FULL LEGAL NAME], (“Defendant”).
3. Effective Filing Date: [DATE OF FILING].
4. Jurisdiction: Superior Court of [COUNTY] County, State of Georgia.
5. Introduction: Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 9-11-12(b), Defendant respectfully moves to dismiss Plaintiff’s Complaint in its entirety for the reasons set forth herein and requests oral argument under Uniform Superior Court Rule (“USCR”) 6.3(a)(3).

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II. DEFINITIONS
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For purposes of this Motion, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below. Terms defined herein are capitalized and apply uniformly throughout the document.

“Complaint” means the pleading filed by Plaintiff on [COMPLAINT FILING DATE].

“Court” means the Superior Court of [COUNTY] County, State of Georgia, presiding over the above-captioned matter.

“Georgia Civil Practice Act” means O.C.G.A. §§ 9-11-1 et seq.

“Movant” means Defendant [DEFENDANT].

“USCR” means the Uniform Superior Court Rules of the State of Georgia as currently in effect.

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III. OPERATIVE PROVISIONS (MOTION)
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A. Procedural Posture
1. Plaintiff filed the Complaint on [COMPLAINT FILING DATE].
2. Defendant was served on [SERVICE DATE] and now timely files this Motion.

B. Applicable Legal Standards
1. Failure to State a Claim: O.C.G.A. § 9-11-12(b)(6).
2. Lack of Subject-Matter Jurisdiction: O.C.G.A. § 9-11-12(b)(1).
3. Pleading Particularity (if fraud or mistake alleged): O.C.G.A. § 9-11-9(b).
4. Respondent’s Briefing Deadlines: USCR 6.2 (Response due within 30 days after service; Reply due within 20 days after service of Response).
5. Oral Argument: USCR 6.3(a)(3) (argument granted at court’s discretion on written request in caption).

C. Grounds for Dismissal
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1. Count I – Failure to State a Claim
   a. Legal Elements: [Insert elements of claim].
   b. Complaint’s Deficiencies: [Explain factual or legal insufficiencies].

2. Count II – Statute of Limitations Bar
   a. Applicable Limitation Period: O.C.G.A. § [RELEVANT STATUTE].
   b. Accrual Date and Expiration: [Explain calculation].

3. Count III – Lack of Personal Jurisdiction
   a. Minimum Contacts Analysis: [Explain].
   b. Due Process Considerations: [Explain].

4. Improper Service of Process
   a. Service Requirements: O.C.G.A. § 9-11-4.
   b. Deviations from Statutory Method: [Explain].

D. Request for Oral Argument
Pursuant to USCR 6.3(a)(3), Movant respectfully requests oral argument on the grounds that argument would materially assist the Court in resolving disputed legal issues, including [IDENTIFY KEY ISSUES].
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E. Prayer for Relief
WHEREFORE, Defendant respectfully prays that the Court:
1. Dismiss the Complaint in its entirety with prejudice;
2. Award Defendant its costs pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 9-15-14 and any other applicable authority; and
3. Grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

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IV. REPRESENTATIONS & WARRANTIES
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1. Counsel represents that this Motion is submitted in good faith and is warranted by existing law or by a non-frivolous argument for extending, modifying, or reversing existing law.
2. Counsel further certifies compliance with USCR 6.1 and all applicable ethical obligations.

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V. COVENANTS & RESTRICTIONS
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Not applicable to this Motion.

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VI. DEFAULT & REMEDIES
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In the event Plaintiff fails to timely respond under USCR 6.2, Movant may seek default relief on the Motion and costs as allowed by law.

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VII. RISK ALLOCATION
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Not applicable to this Motion.

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VIII. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
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This Motion is governed by the laws of the State of Georgia. Venue and jurisdiction lie exclusively in this Court.

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IX. GENERAL PROVISIONS
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1. Amendment: Movant reserves the right to amend or supplement this Motion as justice requires.
2. Severability: If any portion of this Motion is deemed invalid, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect.
3. Integration: This Motion incorporates by reference all accompanying briefs, exhibits, and affidavits filed contemporaneously herewith.

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X. EXECUTION BLOCK
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Respectfully submitted this ___ day of [MONTH], 20__.

[ATTORNEY NAME]
Georgia Bar No. [BAR NUMBER]
[LAW FIRM NAME]
[STREET ADDRESS]
[ CITY, STATE ZIP ]
Telephone: [PHONE]
Email: [EMAIL]

Counsel for Defendant

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

I hereby certify that I have this day served a true and correct copy of the foregoing DEFENDANT’S MOTION TO DISMISS PURSUANT TO O.C.G.A. § 9-11-12(b) upon all counsel of record via [E-SERVICE / HAND DELIVERY / U.S. MAIL] in accordance with O.C.G.A. § 9-11-5 and USCR 6.1.

This ___ day of [MONTH], 20__.

[ATTORNEY NAME]

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