Judge Christopher K. Lui's rules set a pre-motion procedure for covered motions. Motions (except motions in limine) must be reserved through CRS; CRS also used to continue or cancel.
Judge Christopher K. Lui's rule states these limits: 10 pages. IDC stipulation must include a joint statement of discovery in dispute, max 10 double-spaced pages, narrative format.
The rule requires proposed order. Ex parte applications require compliance with CRC 3.1200 et seq., a proposed order, and payment of the filing fee before appearing.
The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Lead trial counsel must attend the Final Status Conference unless the court orders otherwise.
Judge Christopher K. Lui's rules specify what an adjournment or extension request must include. Trial continuances require an ex parte application or noticed motion.
Yes. Electronic filing is required for the covered filings. Attorneys must e-file all documents in Limited and Unlimited (Non-Complex) Civil matters.
A fee is required for covered filings. Filing fee must be paid before appearing for an ex parte application.
The rule states that filing is treated as not specified. Trial readiness documents are due 10 days before the Final Status Conference.
Attorneys must e-file all documents in Limited and Unlimited (Non-Complex) Civil matters.
Represented litigants must e-file through an approved EFSP.
Self-represented litigants are exempt from mandatory e-filing and may file in person; e-filing is encouraged but optional.
Ex parte applications require compliance with CRC 3.1200 et seq., a proposed order, and payment of the filing fee before appearing.
Filing fee must be paid before appearing for an ex parte application.
Oral argument is not expected for ex parte applications; the court will notify if argument is desired.
Ex parte applications require a declaration showing irreparable harm, immediate danger, or other statutory basis.
Trial continuances require an ex parte application or noticed motion.
Motions (except motions in limine) must be reserved through CRS; CRS also used to continue or cancel.
Motions are heard Tuesday-Friday at 8:30 a.m.
IDCs are encouraged but not required before filing a discovery motion; court may order an IDC sua sponte.
IDC requires joint stipulation with representations of meet and confer and belief IDC will help; failure to meet and confer may cancel IDC.
IDC stipulation must include a joint statement of discovery in dispute, max 10 double-spaced pages, narrative format.
Lead trial counsel must attend the Final Status Conference unless the court orders otherwise.
Trial readiness documents are due 10 days before the Final Status Conference.
Motions in limine must be filed with timely statutory notice to be heard at FSC; opposition/reply briefs must comply with CCP 1005; noncompliance may result in continuance, denial, or striking.