Discovery requests and responses are prepared in what format?

• A. in writing in memo format
• B. by oral statement at a conference
• C. as a formal petition to the court
• D. as a field memo

Answer: (A)

Discovery requests and responses are prepared in writing, in memo format. This approach creates a clear, organized, and reviewable record of what is being requested or provided, captures any objections, and sets deadlines within the case file. The written memo format also ensures the responding party can tailor responses precisely and provides a durable document for later reference. In contrast, oral statements at a conference do not leave a formal, easily reviewable record, a formal petition to the court is a pleading aimed at obtaining relief from the court rather than documenting the exchange of discovery, and field memos are informal documents not suited to formal discovery in a court-mroom setting.