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Bates numbering for exhibits (Attachments & Page Reference)

Exhibit packets are easier to review, cite, and manage when each page carries a clear Bates identifier instead of relying only on exhibit labels or standard page numbers.

  • ■ Give each exhibit page a stable reference point.
  • ■ Keep numbering consistent across attachments and supporting files.
  • ■ Make hearing, filing, and prep workflows easier to manage.
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Why this matters

Exhibit labels identify the exhibit. Bates numbers identify the page. Those are not the same thing.

Page-level reference
A Bates number lets teams refer to the exact exhibit page, not just the exhibit generally.
Consistency across attachments
Supporting materials stay easier to organize when the sequence is controlled.
Less confusion in review
Stable page identifiers help everyone discuss the same page without ambiguity.

Common use cases

Hearing prep
Use page-level IDs in exhibit binders and PDF sets.
Filing support
Apply stable numbering across attachments and supporting exhibits.
Internal review
Keep exhibit packets easier to reference during prep and revision.
Cross-team collaboration
Give staff and counsel the same page-level reference points.
Attachment sets
Carry numbering consistently through appended materials.
Produced exhibits
Make later citation and discussion easier with stable identifiers.

FAQ

Should exhibits use Bates numbering?
Often yes, especially when page-level citation and organization matter.
Is an exhibit label enough?
Not always. The exhibit label identifies the exhibit, while Bates numbering identifies the exact page.
Can numbering continue across multiple exhibits?
Yes, depending on how the packet is organized.
Do exhibit packets need prefixes?
Sometimes. A prefix can help distinguish one exhibit family or matter from another.

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