Which documents may not be filed separately and must be attachments or exhibits instead?

Discovery and disclosure documents must be attached to motions or other pleadings rather than filed as separate documents. This requirement is based on procedural rules which aim to streamline the court process and ensure that all relevant information is available at the same time during proceedings. These documents, such as interrogatories, requests for production, and responses, are considered part of the court case file but are not treated as standalone filings.

In contrast, proposed orders, evidence used in trial, and final judgments can be filed independently since they serve different functions within the legal process. Proposed orders are submitted for the court's consideration, evidence must be presented at trial to support claims, and final judgments conclude the case by formalizing the court’s decisions. Each of these has a distinct procedural role that allows for separate filing.