How to number the pages of a legal document pdf
- Step 1Review the court's filing requirements — Check the jurisdiction's rules for page number position (bottom right, bottom centre) and starting number.
- Step 2Upload the legal PDF — Drop the document into the page numbers tool.
- Step 3Configure position and starting number — Set number placement and starting value as required by the filing rules.
- Step 4Download and verify before filing — Save and manually confirm numbers appear on all pages before submitting.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the format 'Page 1 of 45' for the court?+
Plain numbers are supported currently. For 'Page X of Y' format, check the Pro roadmap or manually add a footer in a PDF editor.
Should I add Bates numbers or page numbers?+
Page numbers serve document navigation; Bates numbers serve discovery identification. For court filings, use the Bates Numbering tool for exhibits and page numbers for the body.
Will the numbers print cleanly on legal-size (A4/letter) pages?+
Yes — the tool works with any standard paper size and stamps numbers in the margin at the specified position.
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