Court Rules
Common questions about Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann's rules

Does Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann require a pre-motion conference or letter before filing a motion?

Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann's rules set a pre-motion procedure for discovery. Counsel must meet and confer on discovery issues; informal discovery conferences with the court are encouraged.

View ruleSource: page 2, section DISCOVERY

What formatting rules apply to filings before Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann?

Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann's formatting rule includes binding three ring binder, bates stamped, tabbed with exhibit numbers matching joint exhibit list, and three copies required: one for opposing counsel, one for witness, one for court. Trial exhibits must be Bates stamped, tabbed, and provided in 3 binders for opposing counsel, witness, and court.

View ruleSource: page 2, section TRIAL PROCEDURES

What must be included with long cause trial package filings before Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann?

The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Long Cause Trial Package must include reasonable trial time estimates complying with Local Rule 3.25(h).

View ruleSource: page 2, section TRIAL PROCEDURES

How may parties contact Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann's chambers?

Parties may contact Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann's chambers by phone only as allowed by the rule. The rule lists phone (213) 633-0689. Chambers can be contacted via phone at (213) 633-0689 during courtroom hours for scheduling and conferences.

View ruleSource: page 1, section GENERAL INFORMATION

How do I request an adjournment or extension before Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann?

Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann's rules specify what an adjournment or extension request must include. Telephonic continuances are prohibited; stipulated continuances and telephonic conferences for trial continuances are allowed.

View ruleSource: page 1, section PRE-TRIAL INFORMATION

Is electronic filing required before Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann?

Yes. Electronic filing is required for the covered filings. Los Angeles Superior Court requires electronic filing of all civil documents effective January 2, 2019.

View ruleSource: page 1, section PRE-TRIAL INFORMATION

Are filing fees or waivers addressed before Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann?

A fee is required for covered filings. Jury fees must be paid daily in room 102 of the first floor.

View ruleSource: page 2, section TRIAL PROCEDURES

When is a filing treated as filed before Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann?

The rule states a 10:00 a.m. filing cutoff. Ex parte applications and supporting documents must be filed by 10:00 a.m. the court day prior to the hearing.

View ruleSource: page 1, section PRE-TRIAL INFORMATION
Complete rules summary for Judge Kwan, Ruth Ann

Los Angeles Superior Court requires electronic filing of all civil documents effective January 2, 2019.

Ex parte applications and supporting documents must be filed by 10:00 a.m. the court day prior to the hearing.

Telephonic continuances are prohibited; stipulated continuances and telephonic conferences for trial continuances are allowed.

Chambers can be contacted via phone at (213) 633-0689 during courtroom hours for scheduling and conferences.

Counsel must meet and confer on discovery issues; informal discovery conferences with the court are encouraged.

Trial exhibits must be Bates stamped, tabbed, and provided in 3 binders for opposing counsel, witness, and court.

Jury fees must be paid daily in room 102 of the first floor.

Long Cause Trial Package must include reasonable trial time estimates complying with Local Rule 3.25(h).

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