A proposed form of order is a draft order submitted to the court for signature after a ruling, an agreement, or a request has been made. The court reviews the proposed form and either signs it, modifies it, or rejects it.

A proposed form of order must accurately reflect what was agreed or what the court ruled. It is not an opportunity to introduce new terms or to shade the language in a way that changes the substance of what was decided.

Proposed orders should be submitted promptly. Confirm the format the assigned judge prefers. Some judges have specific requirements about how proposed orders are submitted and what happens if there is a dispute about the form.