Judge Julian C. Recana's rules set a pre-motion procedure for discovery. Discovery motions filed before IDC process is concluded may be continued unless good cause is shown.
Judge Julian C. Recana's rule states these limits: 3 pages. IDC initial memoranda must not exceed three pages.
Judge Julian C. Recana's rule states these limits: 3 pages. IDC responsive memoranda must not exceed three pages.
The rule requires certificate of conference. Motions in limine must be accompanied by a sworn declaration confirming discussion with opposing party and their position.
Parties may contact Judge Julian C. Recana's chambers by email only as allowed by the rule. The rule lists email NORDept-L@lacourt.ca.gov. Counsel submitting on tentative rulings must email the court by 8:00 a.m. hearing day with case number, party identification, and cc to opposing counsel.
Yes. Electronic filing is required for the covered filings. Ex parte applications and supporting documents must be electronically filed by 10:00 am the court day before the hearing.
The rule addresses filing timing, filing status, or cure windows. Case management statements must be filed at least 7 calendar days before the scheduled CMC.
The rule addresses service method, recipient, or timing requirements. Details: method: e-service. Parties using e-filing must accept electronic service except when personal service is required by law or any party is self-represented.
Department L chambers can be contacted via phone at 562-345-3705 during specified hours.
Department L chambers can be contacted via email at NORDept-L@lacourt.ca.gov during specified hours.
Counsel submitting on tentative rulings must email the court by 8:00 a.m. hearing day with case number, party identification, and cc to opposing counsel.
Parties using e-filing must accept electronic service except when personal service is required by law or any party is self-represented.
Ex parte applications and supporting documents must be electronically filed by 10:00 am the court day before the hearing.
Self-represented litigants are exempt from mandatory e-filing requirements for ex parte applications and related documents.
Plaintiffs must e-file Notice of Settlement using Judicial Council Form CM-200.
Case management statements must be filed at least 7 calendar days before the scheduled CMC.
Ex parte applications and supporting documents must be filed by 10:00 am the court day before the hearing.
Ex parte written oppositions must be e-filed by 8:30 am on the day of the hearing.
IDC responsive memoranda must be filed at least two court days prior to the scheduled IDC.
IDC initial memoranda must not exceed three pages.
IDC responsive memoranda must not exceed three pages.
Discovery motions filed before IDC process is concluded may be continued unless good cause is shown.
Motions in limine must be accompanied by a sworn declaration confirming discussion with opposing party and their position.
Proposed special jury instructions must have at least four inches of blank space at the top of each page.