Which factor does NOT affect venue in federal court?

In the context of federal court venue, the factors affecting where a case can be tried include the location of the property in litigation, the residency of the defendants, and the occurrence of relevant events. Specifically, the residence of the plaintiff is not traditionally a determining factor for venue in federal cases.

When determining venue, the key considerations are typically focused on the defendants' circumstances and the factual nexus of the case to a particular location. The law allows for a lawsuit to be filed in a district where any defendant resides (if all defendants reside in the same state) and it can be filed in a district where a substantial part of the events giving rise to the claim occurred. Furthermore, venue may also be affected by the location of the property involved in the litigation.

Since the plaintiff’s residency does not directly influence any of these established factors for venue determination, it is considered an outlier. This is why the answer indicates that the residence of the plaintiff is not a factor that affects venue in federal court. Understanding the proper venue is crucial for ensuring that a lawsuit is filed in the correct court, which can significantly impact the progression and outcome of a case.