Add Bates Numbering to Legal Documents
Apply sequential Bates stamps to PDF pages for legal discovery and court filings
Why Add Bates Numbering to Legal Documents?
Bates numbering is required in legal proceedings for document identification and reference. Each page gets a unique sequential identifier, enabling precise citation in depositions, motions, and trial exhibits.
How to Add Bates Numbering to Legal Documents — Step by Step
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Upload the legal PDF document(s)
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Set the numbering format (prefix, starting number, digit count)
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Choose stamp position and font size
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Download the Bates-numbered PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
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