Interpleader

Question 1

Rule interpleader

Answer 1

Rule 22 - invokes § 1332 requires complete diversity across the V - claimants v. interpleader. § 1391 rules for venue apply. Rule 4 applies for service.

Question 2

Statutory Interpleader

Answer 2

§§ 1335, 1397, and 2361 - invokes constitutional diversity for minimal diversity among claimants. Also allows for national service of process. Venue is proper in any district in which any claimant resides.

Question 3

Pan American Fire v. Revere

Answer 3

May enjoin claimants from bringing suits in other cases to prevent being exposed to multiple liability.

Question 4

State Farm v. Tashire

Answer 4

Article III only requires minimal diversity, but would not enjoin parties from bringing other suits. Interpleader not a “bill of peace”