When confronted with a multifarious suit, a lawyer or litigant should first analyze the pleadings to identify unrelated causes of action or improperly joined parties, then segregate distinct issues to determine whether they can be handled separately. The next step is to take appropriate procedural action, such as filing an objection for misjoinder, requesting the court to strike out or sever unrelated claims, or seeking leave to amend the pleadings to ensure that each case involves only connected matters. Throughout the process, the lawyer should maintain clear documentation, focus discovery only on relevant issues, and, if possible, suggest separate trials or mediation for distinct disputes. Following this structured, step-by-step approach ensures clarity and fairness, prevents confusion and procedural delays, reduces litigation costs, and enables the court to deliver a more accurate and just outcome by addressing each dispute on its own merits.
