Part 4 · Proceedings in the Supreme Court

Rule 59.6. Argument by Amicus Curiae

Amended January 1, 2026 (current)

With leave of court obtained before the argument and with a party’s consent, an amicus may share allotted time with that party. Otherwise, counsel for amicus curiae may not argue.

Committee Notes

Comment to 1997 change: Former Rules 170, 171, and 172 are merged. Subdivisions 59.2 and 59.3 are new. Other changes are made. Rule 60. Judgments in the Supreme Court