Los Angeles Superior Court Adjournment & Extension Requirements

Trial continuance requests require an affirmative showing of reasonable diligence, unforeseen circumstances, and remaining preparation details.

Source text: the primary factors the Court considers with regard to requests for trial continuances are an affirmative showing of: 1. Reasonable diligence in preparing for trial. 2. Unforeseen circumstances preventing the parties from being prepared for trial. what preparation remains to be completed, why it has yet to be completed, and a schedule for completing those tasks.

Continuances require a written Stipulation and Order stating complaint filing date, current trial date, and proposed FSC and trial dates; if no stipulation, use noticed motion or ex parte.

Source text: All hearing dates, including trial dates, may be considered for a continuance by written Stipulation and Order. Said Stipulation and Order shall state the date the Complaint was filed, the current trial date, as well as the proposed Final Status Conference date and proposed trial date. If there is no stipulation, the parties may seek a continuance by noticed motion or an Ex Parte application.

Trial continuances must be requested via noticed motion or ex parte application, with good cause required.

Source text: CONTINUANCES: Trial continuances must be heard on a noticed motion or Ex Parte application basis, unless otherwise ordered by the Court.

Continuance stipulations must be filed 5 court days before hearing, showing good cause.

Source text: Stipulations setting forth the facts showing good cause to continue any other hearings must be filed no later than 5 court days before the hearing.

Continuance requests via Stipulation and Order must state complaint filing date, current trial date, and proposed FSC and trial dates.

Source text: CONTINUANCES: All hearing dates, including trial dates, may be considered for a continuance by written Stipulation and Order. Said Stipulation and Order shall state the date the Complaint was filed, the current trial date, as well as the proposed Final Status Conference date and proposed trial date.

Continuances require a written Stipulation and Order stating the complaint filing date and proposed new dates; absent stipulation, use noticed motion or ex parte.

Source text: CONTINUANCES: All hearing dates, including trial dates, may be considered for a continuance by written Stipulation and Order. Said Stipulation and Order shall state the date the Complaint was filed, as well as the proposed new dates. If there is no stipulation, the parties may seek a continuance by noticed motion or an ex parte application.

Arbitrator may continue arbitration up to 20 days; continuance beyond completion date needs court order.

Source text: Also, the arbitrator may continue the arbitration on his or her own motion, if the continuance does not exceed 20 days. The arbitration must not be continued beyond the completion date except by order of the court.

Trial continuance applications must be made no less than one week prior to trial.

Source text: The application must be made at the earliest possible time and in no event less than one week prior to trial.

Trial dates cannot be continued by stipulation; continuance requires court hearing and good cause showing.

Source text: The trial date cannot be continued by stipulation of the parties. At a hearing before the court, the court may, in its discretion, continue the trial date upon a showing of good cause. (See Cal. Rules of Court, rule 3.1332.)

Continuance motions must be written, include declarations alleging good cause, filed 2 court days prior to hearing; oral motions allowed in exceptional circumstances.

Source text: A motion for continuance must be in writing, attach declarations which allege facts sufficient to establish good cause for a continuance, and be filed at least two court days prior to the hearing date. In exceptional circumstances, the court may entertain an oral motion for continuance.

Continuances for removed children cannot result in disposition hearing >60 days after removal hearing, unless exceptional circumstances allow up to 6 months.

Source text: If a child has been removed from a parent or guardian’s custody, no continuance will be granted that would result in completion of a disposition hearing pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code section 361 more than 60 days after the hearing at which the child was removed or detained, unless there are exceptional circumstances. In that circumstance, the continuance may not cause completion of the disposition hearing more than six months after the detention hearing.

Extensions for filing joint trial statements are only permitted by court order.

Source text: The time for filing a joint trial statement may be extended only by order of court.

Arraignments may only be continued for good cause and should not exceed 14 days.

Source text: An arraignment will not be continued except upon a showing of good cause, and should not be continued longer than 14 days.

Extension of time to file brief must be filed before brief due, supported by good cause.

Source text: An application for extension of time to file a brief must be filed in the Appellate Division in accordance with Local Rule 9.9 before the brief is due and must be supported by good cause. (Cal. Rules of Court, rules 8.810, 8.811, 8.882(b)(3).

Continuances require good cause; stipulated continuances need presiding judge approval; applications comply with Local Rule 9.9.

Source text: Continuances will only be granted upon a showing of good cause. Continuances by stipulation are subject to the approval of the presiding judge. Written applications for continuance must comply with Local Rule 9.9, and shall be ruled upon, without hearing, by the court.

Extension of time to file briefs must be filed before the due date, supported by good cause, and comply with Local Rule 9.9.

Source text: An application for extension of time to file a brief must be filed in the Appellate Division in accordance with Local Rule 9.9 before the brief is due and must be supported by good cause.

Continuances for oral argument require good cause; stipulations need Presiding Judge approval; written applications comply with Local Rule 9.9 and are ruled on without hearing.

Source text: Continuances will only be granted upon a showing of good cause. Continuances by stipulation are subject to the approval of the Presiding Judge. Written applications for continuance must comply with Local Rule 9.9, and shall be ruled upon, without hearing, by the court.

Motions may only be rescheduled up to 10 days before the scheduled hearing date.

Source text: Rescheduling is only available up to 10 days prior to the scheduled hearing date.

Continuances require noticed motion or ex parte application unless stipulated or court-ordered; trial continuances need good cause.

Source text: CONTINUANCES: Trial or other continuances must be heard on a noticed motion or Ex Parte Application basis unless otherwise stipulated to by all parties or ordered by the Court. Trial continuances are generally disfavored -- trial dates should be considered firm and will be moved only upon a showing of good cause. The Court appreciates receiving requests to continue a motion hearing as far in advance of such hearing as possible.

Trial continuance requests must be made via noticed motion, ex parte application, or stipulation with good cause shown.

Source text: Requests for trial continuances must be made by noticed motion, ex parte application–when appropriate–or by stipulation and order if good cause is shown.

Ex parte applications are heard at 8:30 a.m., Monday through Friday.

Source text: Ex parte applications are heard at 8:30 a.m., Monday through Friday.

Trial continuance requests must be made via noticed motion or ex parte application when appropriate.

Source text: Requests for trial continuances must be made by noticed motion or ex parte application when appropriate.

Continuances of trial, FSC, or MSC dates require good cause, CRC Rule 3.1332 compliance, a court order, and must be made via ex parte application or noticed motion; stipulated continuances are prohibited.

Source text: Trial dates are firm and will not be continued absent a showing of good cause in accordance with C.R.C, Rule 3.1332. The parties will comply with the C.R.C., Rule 3.1332 with respect to continuances. A court order is required to change any dates in the case management order. Any request to change trial dates must be made by ex parte application or by noticed motion. Stipulated continuances of Trial, FSC, or MSC dates will not be permitted.

Trial continuances may only be requested via ex parte application.

Source text: Trial continuances may only be addressed via ex parte.

Ex parte applications only entertained in bona fide emergencies; sanctions for misuse.

Source text: This Court will only entertain an ex parte application in an emergency situation. Counsel should make ex parte applications (including to shorten an otherwise applicable time period) only where there is a bona fide emergency. (Los Angeles Superior Court Rule 3.26(j)(3); Appendix 3A(j)(3).) Ex parte orders should not be sought unless it is clear that such relief is proper. If there are any serious factual issues involved, the Court will not resolve them ex parte. Sanctions may be imposed for misuse of the ex parte process.

Motions must be continued or withdrawn via CRS, and the courtroom must be notified by phone.

Source text: Parties must use CRS to continue or withdraw motions; please also call the courtroom so we are aware of the change.

Parties must submit a stipulation and order to continue or reschedule any motion, demurrer, or other hearing.

Source text: The parties shall submit a stipulation and order to continue or reschedule any motion, demurrer or other hearing.

Continuances or taking cases off calendar are only permitted by court order or stipulation.

Source text: Continuation/Off Calendar Policy: Per Court Order or by stipulation only.

Parties must use CRS to continue/withdraw motions and call the courtroom to notify of changes.

Source text: Parties must also use CRS to continue or withdraw motions; Please also call the courtroom so we are aware of the change.

Continuance requests require a stipulation and proposed order or ex parte application, with good cause required.

Source text: All requests for continuance of a matter should be made by submission of (1) a stipulation and proposed order or (2) an ex parte application. Continuances will not be granted without a showing of good cause.

Trial continuances require noticed motion, ex parte application, or stipulation with good cause declaration; filing fee required.

Source text: CONTINUANCES: Trial continuances must be heard on a noticed motion OR Ex Parte Application OR by Stipulation and Order with a mandatory declaration showing Good Cause. A stipulation alone without a good faith reason stated by declaration is insufficient. A filing fee is required. Please do not wait until the last minute to seek any continuances.

Law and motion matters may be continued via CRS, stipulation and order, or ex parte application; telephone continuances are prohibited.

Source text: Continuances/ Off Calendar: Law and motion matters may be continued by the CRS system, by Stipulation and Order, or by Ex Parte Application. Telephone continuances are not permitted. Matters may be taken off-calendar by directly contacting the courtroom.

Continuance requests require a written stipulation showing good cause; if no stipulation, a noticed motion or ex parte application is required; court will not continue over opposition without good cause.

Source text: Requests for continuances of hearings or trials may be considered upon written stipulation and order. The stipulation must set forth the grounds showing good cause for a continuance. If there is no stipulation, any party may seek a continuance by noticed motion or ex parte application. The court will not continue a hearing or trial if there is opposition without a showing of good cause.

Continuances are permitted via stipulation and order or ex parte application; telephone continuances are prohibited.

Source text: Continuation/Off Calendar Policy: Continuances permitted by Stipulation & Order or Ex Parte / MP. Moving party may take a motion O/C through the Court Reservation System (CRS) or by calling the clerk; telephone continuances are not permitted.

Trial continuances must be requested by noticed motion or ex parte application.

Source text: Requests for trial continuances must be made by noticed motion or ex parte application when appropriate.

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

Source text: This Court does not accept telephonic continuances. However, the Court will entertain stipulated continuance requests and telephonic conference to discuss trial continuance issues.

Trial continuance requests must be made by ex parte application or noticed motion.

Source text: Any request to change trial dates must be made by ex parte application or by noticed motion.

Trial continuances require a mandatory declaration showing good cause and ADR plans.

Source text: CONTINUANCES: Trial continuances may be heard by noticed motion, ex parte application or by stipulation and order with a mandatory declaration showing good cause for the requested continuance, including plans for ADR.

Trial continuances are only granted upon a showing of good cause.

Source text: the Court will continue the trial only upon a showing of good cause.

Repeated trial continuances, even by stipulation, require a case-specific showing of good cause.

Source text: Given the above, as well as the expedited nature of unlawful detainer proceedings and the statutory priority that they command over other civil proceedings, the Court is not likely to grant repeated trial continuances—even by stipulation—absent case-specific showing of good cause.

Continuances require court approval, must be in writing (except emergencies), submitted before original date, with good cause for trial continuances; clerks cannot grant continuances.

Source text: Continuances can be sought only by written ex parte applications, noticed motions, or sometimes oral requests to the Court. No continuance request or stipulation is effective until approved (granted) by the court. Parties are asked not to call the clerk to ask the clerk for a continuance. Unless it is something that comes up as an emergency or during a hearing, continuance requests are expected to be made before the original date set and in writing. Department 636 does not favor continuances of trial dates so very, very good cause must support such a continuance request.

Continuances of motion hearing dates require court order, not just CRS rescheduling.

Source text: Once a motion is reserved and noticed, any continuance of the hearing date must be ordered by the court; it is not sufficient merely to reschedule the hearing on the Court Reservation System.

Trial continuance stipulations must demonstrate good cause per CRC 3.1332(c).

Source text: a stipulation to continue the date must be supported by a sufficient basis demonstrating good cause (C.R.C. 3.1332(c)) why the continuance is essential.

Continuances for trial, TSC, CMC, MSC require stipulation with good cause, approved at least 2 court days before hearing; no stipulation requires noticed motion or ex parte.

Source text: Trial, trial setting conferences, Case management conferences and mandatory settlement conferences may be continued by stipulation setting forth the facts showing good cause for the continuance, subject to approval by the Court at least 2 court days before the hearing. If there is no stipulation, any party may seek a continuance by noticed motion or ex parte application.

Continuance requests require 7 court days' notice via e-filed stipulation and order.

Source text: Any stipulations and order for continuance must be e-filed at least seven (7) court day prior to the hearing date sought to be continued to allow time for the Court to receive and review the request.

Trial continuance requests are disfavored, require good cause, and must include specified statements about the proposed date and mediation.

Source text: REQUESTS FOR A TRIAL CONTINUANCE – Requests for a trial continuance are disfavored. Any request for a trial continuance must include the requisite showing of good cause, as well as the following: 1. A statement from each party that the proposed trial date is a date upon which all experts, percipient witnesses, and principals will be available; and 2. To the extent mediation has not taken place, a date certain for mediation, to include the name of the mediator.

Trial continuance requests must be made by noticed motion, ex parte, or stipulation, and must show good cause.

Source text: Requests for trial continuances must be made by noticed motion, ex parte application when appropriate, or by stipulation. The Court has a strong interest in keeping scheduled jury trial dates, therefore all requests to continue must be supported by good cause.

Continuances require noticed motion or ex parte application unless stipulated; continuances of cases over 2 years are disfavored.

Source text: Trial or other continuances must be heard on a noticed motion or Ex Parte Application basis unless otherwise stipulated to by all parties or ordered by the Court. Note: If the Court declines a stipulated continuance, the matter should be calendared for a hearing. If by stipulation please provide the court with flexibility by agreeing to a continuance on or after a specific date. Continuances of cases over 730 days old (2 years) are disfavored.

Trial continuances require a noticed motion, ex parte application, or stipulation and order with a mandatory good cause declaration.

Source text: Trial continuances must be heard on a noticed motion OR Ex Parte Application OR by Stipulation and Order with a mandatory declaration showing Good Cause. A stipulation alone without a good faith reason stated by declaration is insufficient.

Motions must be continued via CRS, and the courtroom must be called to notify of the change.

Source text: Parties must use CRS to continue or withdraw motions; please also call the courtroom so we are aware of the change.

Continuances of motion hearing dates must be ordered by the Court; rescheduling on the Court Reservation System alone is insufficient.

Source text: Once a motion is reserved and noticed/scheduled, any continuance of the hearing date must be ordered by the Court -- It is insufficient merely to reschedule the hearing on the Court Reservation System.

Continuance requests require written stipulation stating complaint date, proposed dates, good cause, and payment of fees; opposed requests need good cause showing.

Source text: CONTINUANCES: Requests for continuances of hearings or trials will be considered upon written stipulation ahd order. A stipulation and order shall state the date the complaint was filed, the proposed continuance date(s), grounds showing good cause for the continuance, and be submitted with payment of the stipulation and order and first appearance fee of all parties to the stipulation. If there is no stipulation, the parties may seek a continuance by noticed motion or an ex parte application. PLEASE NOTE, IF THERE IS AN OPPOSITION TO A REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCE, THE COURT WILL NOT CONTINUE HEARING/TRIAL DATES WITHOUT A SHOWING OF GOOD CAUSE BY THE REQUESTING PARTY.

Continuances or taking a case off calendar is only permitted by court order or stipulation.

Source text: Continuation/Off Calendar Policy: Per Court Order or by stipulation only.

Continuances require a written Stipulation and Order stating specific dates, or noticed motion/ex parte application if no stipulation.

Source text: CONTINUANCES: All hearing dates, including trial dates, may be considered for a continuance by written Stipulation and Order. Said Stipulation and Order shall state the date the Complaint was filed, the current trial date, as well as the proposed Final Status Conference date and proposed trial date. If there is no stipulation, the parties may seek a continuance by noticed motion or an ex parte application.

If discovery disputes are resolved before the IDC, the moving party must take the IDC and any motions off calendar as soon as possible.

Source text: If the parties resolve their discovery disputes before the IDC date, the moving party is ordered to take both the IDC and any motion(s) off calendar as soon as possible.

Trial continuances require good cause; stipulations must demonstrate why continuance is essential.

Source text: The Court has a strong interest in keeping scheduled dates certain. Changes in dates are disfavored. Therefore, a stipulation to continue the date must be supported by a sufficient basis demonstrating good cause why the continuance is essential. Without such compelling factual support, stipulated orders continuing dates may be rejected.

Trial continuances must be requested by noticed motion, stipulation, or ex parte; not on optional forms.

Source text: Requests for trial continuances must be made by noticed motion, by stipulation and order if good cause is shown, or, if appropriate, by ex parte application. Requests for trial continuances shall not be made on SCLAC CIV CTRL-242 or any other similar “Optional” form.

Joint continuance requests must include a stipulation, proposed order, and detailed declaration of grounds.

Source text: Parties jointly requesting a trial continuance may electronically file and lodge a stipulation and proposed order, including a detailed declaration of the grounds for the requested continuance or extension of time.

Continuance by stipulation requires written stipulation with specific content and a $20 fee plus first appearance fees.

Source text: Requests for continuances of hearing may be considered upon written stipulation and order. Said stipulation and order shall state the date the complaint was filed, the proposed continuance date, grounds showing good cause for the continuance, and be submitted with payment of $20.00 stipulation and order fee and first appearance fee of all parties to the stipulation.

Continuance requests must be by stipulation and order or ex parte application with good cause; contact clerk in advance for proposed date.

Source text: All requests for a continuance of a matter should be submitted through stipulation and order or by ex parte application with good cause shown. Please contact the clerk in advance to secure the proposed continued date.

Continuances of trial require good cause; law and motion continuances via CRS; CMC/MSC continuances by stipulation or motion.

Source text: Any request for a continuance of trial or a trial setting conference must specifically demonstrate good cause under the standards set by California Rules of Court, Rule 3.1332. ... The parties may continue Law and Motion matters through the CRS system. Requests to continue Case Management Conferences, Mandatory Settlement Conferences, and other pretrial dates that do not require a change in the trial date may be made via stipulation of the parties (if the parties agree) or by noticed motion or ex parte application.

Parties may file a stipulation and proposed order to continue a status conference at least five court days prior, explaining the reason and proposing a new date.

Source text: If the parties agree that they are making progress and there is no good reason to appear for a status conference, they may file (at least five court days prior) a stipulation and proposed order to continue the status conference that explains why the conference should be continued and a proposed new status conference date.

Continuance requests require a stipulation and proposed order or ex parte application, and must show good cause.

Source text: All requests for continuance of a matter should be made by submission of (1) a stipulation and proposed order or (2) an ex parte application. Continuances will not be granted without a showing of good cause.

Continuances permitted by stipulation and order or ex parte; moving party may take motion off calendar via CRS or by calling clerk; telephone continuances not permitted.

Source text: Continuation/Off Calendar Policy: Continuances permitted by Stipulation & Order or Ex Parte / MP. Moving party may take a motion O/C through the Court Reservation System (CRS) or by calling the clerk; telephone continuances are not permitted.

Continuance requests for mediation/settlement conference must include already scheduled date for same.

Source text: If any party wishes to continue any proceedings so that they can attend mediation or any sort of settlement conference, they must have the date already scheduled. The court will expect to see that date in the ex parte papers.

Continuances are not granted for witnesses who fail to appear timely.

Source text: Continuances will not be granted due to witnesses who do not appear timely.

Agreed continuances must use bulletin board or stipulation with proposed order; contested continuances via ex parte or noticed motion, as soon as practicable.

Source text: Requests For Continuances: Similarly, requests for continuance when agreed to by all parties should be made using the bulletin board, or by stipulation and proposed order. If the parties cannot reach agreement concerning a continuance after good faith discussion and with due regard to professional courtesy, the continuance may be sought by ex parte or noticed motion. Parties should request a continuance as soon as practicable so the Court may utilize that motion slot for another case.

Trial continuances require written or on-the-record stipulation from all attorneys of record and/or appearing parties; written stipulations should be filed in advance.

Source text: CONTINUANCES: The Court will postpone trial if all attorneys of records and/or parties who have appeared in the action stipulate in writing or on the record to a continuance. Written stipulations to continue trial should be filed in advance. Please do not wait until the last minute to seek a continuance.

Requests for a trial continuance are strongly disfavored; any request must include a showing of good cause and a statement from each party that the proposed trial date is a date upon which all experts, percipient witnesses, and principals will be available.

Source text: Requests for a trial continuance are strongly disfavored. Any request for a trial continuance must include the requisite showing of good cause, as well as a statement from each party that the proposed trial date is a date upon which all experts, percipient witnesses and principals will be available.

Telephonic continuances for non-trial/non-law & motion matters may be accepted case-by-case via phone to Dept 38.

Source text: Department 38 may accept telephonic continuances of non-trial related and non-law & motion matters on a case-by-case basis by contacting Department 38 directly at (213) 633-0158.

Requests for continuances may be made by stipulation and proposed order or, if no agreement is possible after good faith discussion among counsel in-person or by telephone, by noticed motion.

Source text: Requests for continuances may be made by stipulation and proposed order or, if no agreement is possible after good faith discussion among counsel in-person or by telephone, by noticed motion.

Requests for a trial continuance are disfavored; any request must include a showing of good cause and a statement from each party that the proposed trial date is one upon which all experts, percipient witnesses, and principals will be available.

Source text: Requests for a trial continuance are disfavored. Any request for a trial continuance must include the requisite showing of good cause, as well as a statement from each party that the proposed trial date is a date upon which all experts, percipient witnesses and principals will be available.

Requests for priority or second call are liberally granted; failure to appear at second call results in OSC and continued hearing.

Source text: the court liberally grants requests for priority or second call. If counsel does not appear at first call, the matter will be placed at the end of the calendar. If counsel does not appear for second call, the court will set an order to show cause and continue the hearing to a date convenient with the court and any counsel who do appear.