Judge John K. Sherwood's formatting rule includes file format PDF, binding three ring binder, electronic exhibits must be in pdf format, hard copy exhibits must be submitted in binders, and exhibits must be clearly identified via pdf file name (electronic) or binder tab (hard copy). Exhibits must be submitted as PDFs (electronic) or binders (hard copy), clearly identified via PDF filename or binder tab.
The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Parties in proceedings before Judge Sherwood must submit a completed Zoom Information Sheet to Chambers.
Parties may contact Judge John K. Sherwood's chambers by email only as allowed by the rule. Parties may contact a Court-provided phone or email contact for technical issues during trial.
Judge John K. Sherwood's rules set procedures for sealed or redacted filings. Process: file redacted on ecf and file unredacted to clerk. Confidential exhibits must have redacted versions filed on the public docket and unredacted versions filed under seal; hardcopy confidential exhibits must be in sealed envelopes marked confidential. Counsel must provide advance notice if witnesses will testify about confidential information.
Yes. Electronic filing is required for the covered filings. Non-exhibit documents used for impeachment or rebuttal must be emailed to Court staff for screen sharing during Zoom proceedings.
The rule addresses service method, recipient, or timing requirements. Details: recipient: all parties. Exhibits must be circulated to all attorneys, witnesses, and the Court in advance of hearing or trial per a Court-provided deadline.
Parties in proceedings before Judge Sherwood must submit a completed Zoom Information Sheet to Chambers.
Exhibits must be circulated to all attorneys, witnesses, and the Court in advance of hearing or trial per a Court-provided deadline.
Exhibits must be submitted as PDFs (electronic) or binders (hard copy), clearly identified via PDF filename or binder tab.
Parties may contact a Court-provided phone or email contact for technical issues during trial.
Exhibits must be clearly identified and marked with page numbers to facilitate Court screen sharing during Zoom proceedings.
Confidential exhibits must have redacted versions filed on the public docket and unredacted versions filed under seal; hardcopy confidential exhibits must be in sealed envelopes marked confidential. Counsel must provide advance notice if witnesses will testify about confidential information.
Non-exhibit documents used for impeachment or rebuttal must be emailed to Court staff for screen sharing during Zoom proceedings.