The file consists of separate pieces of paper containing declarations by plaintiffs and pleadings by plaintiffs and defendants in pleas between parties, and occasional writs of certiorari. The pieces are arranged approximately in reverse chronological order, i.e. the earliest at the bottom of the file. 15 documents derive from the court leet for the borough of Altrincham. The cover is annotated: "Declarations from | 2nd George 2nd [1728-9] | to the 7th 1735".
Dating: the majority of pieces are undated; dates have been inferred from the dates of alleged offences or proceedings cited in the documents.