If appellant fails to timely file its brief, the clerk's office will issue notice under Local Rule 45 that the appeal will be dismissed unless counsel remedies the default within 15 days. If appellant is represented by court-appointed counsel, the clerk will issue notice of intent to initiate disciplinary action under Local Rule 46(g) instead of threatening dismissal under Local Rule 45. If appellee fails to file a brief, the appellee will not be heard at any oral argument scheduled in the matter except by leave of court. Fed. R. App. P. 31(c). Last Updated: December 5, 2023 // Disclaimer (© 4th Circuit Court of Appeals // December 2023)