All appellate arguments have predesignated time limits. Some basic principles will help the advocate make the most of the period available. If you represent the appellant, always request rebuttal time. This is one of the very few tactical rules in litigation that have no exceptions. You do not know what opposing counsel will say, so it is invariably foolish to waive in advance your opportunity to respond to it. Indeed, if you do not reserve rebuttal time, opposing counsel may