What must a Plaintiff's Complaint include regarding jurisdiction?

A Plaintiff's Complaint must include a statement alleging jurisdictional facts because this establishes the court's authority to hear the case. Jurisdiction can be based on various factors, including the location of the parties involved, the nature of the dispute, and the legal claims being made. By including these jurisdictional facts, the plaintiff demonstrates to the court that it has the power to adjudicate the claims presented in the complaint.

This criteria ensures that the case is filed in the correct court, whether it be based on subject matter jurisdiction (the type of case) or personal jurisdiction (the court's authority over the parties). This foundational requirement is essential in moving forward with litigation and avoids dismissals due to jurisdictional issues that might arise later in the proceedings.

Including items like a list of witnesses, a copy of the summons, or a declaration of evidence in the complaint is not mandatory for establishing jurisdiction. While these may be part of the overall case preparation, they do not inherently relate to confirming that the court is the appropriate venue for the resolution of the dispute.