Judge Rachel Hernandez
Individual Rules, Standing Orders & Policies
Communication
Chambers
Document Filing Requirements4 rules
Lodging an electronic form of proposed order is strongly encouraged for motions.
Judge Hernandez handles most motions through e-File, so lodging an electronic form of order is strongly encouraged.
Document Type
Motion
Requests to extend a dismissal date must specify the new requested dismissal date in the draft order.
For requests to extend a dismissal date, please specify the new dismissal date you’re requesting in the draft order.
Document Type
Motion
Motions to compel must comply with Maricopa County Local Rule 3.2(h), which requires detailed information about the alleged deficiency.
Please also ensure that a motion to compel complies with Maricopa County Local Rule 3.2(h) (requiring detailed information about alleged deficiency).
Document Type
Motion
Motions to compel seeking attorney's fees under ARFLP 65 must state total expenses incurred and may attach redacted billing statements.
For motions to compel seeking attorney’s fees under ARFLP 65, please state the total expenses incurred relating to the motion and consider attaching redacted billing statements or other material to support the claim.
Document Type
Motion
Filing & Service rules
Pre-Motion Conference Requirements
For discovery disputes, file a brief joint statement and email the division to request a status conference per ARCP 26(d).
For discovery disputes, please consider following the procedures in ARCP 26(d)—that is, filing a brief joint statement describing the dispute and emailing drj09@jbazmc.maricopa.gov to request a status conference.
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Chambers Communication Rules
Virtual attendees at evidentiary hearings must appear by videoconference with cameras on unless the Court authorizes phone-only attendance.
For evidentiary hearings, all parties or witnesses attending virtually must appear by videoconference with cameras turned on, absent specific authorization from the Court to connect by phone without video.
Page 1 | Trial Practice and Procedure
When emailing the Court about a case, you must copy the other party on the email.
If you’re emailing the Court about a case, please make sure you’ve copied the other party on the email.
Page 1 | Specific Requirements or Preferences
Parties may email or call the division to inquire about overlooked motions or case status.
If you think we’ve overlooked a motion or petition, please don’t hesitate to email us at drj09@jbazmc.maricopa.gov or call the division phone number to inquire.
Page 1 | Other Courtroom Policies and Recommendations
Court staff are not permitted to give legal advice.
Keep in mind, though, that court staff are not permitted to give legal advice.
Page 1 | Other Courtroom Policies and Recommendations