Legal Research, Writing, And Advocacy (LRWA) Practice Exam

Which rule governs the requirement to join indispensable parties in a case?

Rule 19. Rule 9. Rule 12. Rule 23.

Correct Answer:

Rule 19.

Explanation:

Rule 19 governs whether and when indispensable parties must be joined in a case. It focuses on parties whose absence would make it impossible to give the aggrieved party full relief or would leave those absent parties or the others prejudiced, or would risk inconsistent obligations if the case proceeded without them. Rule 19(a) identifies those who must be joined if feasible, and Rule 19(b) explains what to do if joining them is not feasible—that is, the court weighs whether the case can proceed or must be dismissed. This is distinct from other rules: Rule 23 governs class actions, Rule 9 deals with pleading certain matters, and Rule 12 covers defenses and objections.

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