The Peach Standard · The Request

Define the matter

A useful coverage decision starts with a precise description of the proceeding, the role counsel must perform, and the time available to prepare.

Begin a Request The full method

The complete handoff

Where this stage sits in the process.

The RequestDefine the matterThe ReviewClear the assignmentThe SelectionKnow your counselThe BriefPrepare with purposeThe ReturnClose the record

Purpose

Why this stage matters.

This stage lets Peach identify the matter, test basic fit, understand urgency, and determine what information is needed for a responsible review. A request is an inquiry—not confirmation of representation.

Each stage remains subject to attorney professional judgment, applicable Georgia law and court rules, conflicts, competency, availability, and written engagement terms.

What the requesting firm should provide

  • Names of all parties, law firms, known witnesses, and related entities for conflict screening
  • Court, county, case number, assigned judge, proceeding type, date, time, and expected duration
  • Party represented, requested role, material issues, and specific objectives
  • Experience or practice-area knowledge the assignment requires
  • Known deadlines, remote or in-person status, travel needs, and urgency
  • A nonconfidential summary only until secure-transfer instructions are provided

Questions Peach must resolve

  • Is the matter within Georgia and within the services Peach evaluates?
  • Is enough preparation time reasonably available?
  • Does the requested role appear capable of being defined as a limited engagement?

Information

No guessing

Missing or unclear information is identified before it becomes a problem during the appearance.

Control

Defined authority

The primary firm retains strategic control while assigned counsel operates within the accepted role.

Accountability

A documented handoff

Responsibilities, decisions, deadlines, and deliverables are made visible to the people managing the file.

Stage outcome

What this stage should produce

A properly framed intake record identifying the matter, requested service, timing, venue, parties, and experience needs—ready for conflicts and substantive review.

Coverage with command

A disciplined process protects the client, the record, and the attorney of record.

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