Judge Arlene R. Lindsay
Limits & Logistics
Document Limits
Courtesy Copies
Filings (All filings)
Required
Filings
Not Required
Adjournments
Must Include
- 1Reason For Request
- 2Adversary Position
- 3Proposed New Dates
Communication
Letter Fax
Chambers
Detailed Drafting Rules
Letters to chambers are limited to 3 pages.
Letters are not to exceed three (3) pages in length.
Letter motions for discovery are limited to 3 pages.
A letter motion, not exceeding three (3) pages in length, may be submitted and should succinctly describe the discovery problem and the relief sought.
Opposition letters to letter motions are limited to 3 pages.
A letter opposing the motion, not exceeding three (3) pages in length, may be submitted within three (3) business days of receipt of the letter motion.
Motion memoranda limited to 20 pages, replies to 10 pages.
Memoranda of law in support of and in opposition to motions are limited to 20 pages, and reply memoranda are limited to 10 pages.
Reply memoranda limited to 10 pages.
reply memoranda are limited to 10 pages.
Memoranda of 10+ pages require table of contents.
Memoranda of 10 pages or more shall contain a table of contents.
Document Type
Motion Memorandum
Faxes to chambers require prior authorization.
Faxes to chambers are not permitted unless prior authorization is obtained.
Letter Fax
Direct to: Chambers
- Advance Notice Requiredprior_authorization
Faxed papers must be sent to all parties.
Papers faxed to chambers must also be faxed to all other parties.
Letter Fax
Direct to: Chambers
Pre-motion conference request letter limited to 2 pages with Rule 56 statements
After receiving the counter-statement pursuant to Rule 56, should the movant still wish to move for summary judgment, the movant is directed to write to the Court and request a pre-motion conference. In no more than two (2) pages, the letter should briefly state the basis for the anticipated motion. The letter shall also contain a copy of the Rule 56 statement and the non-movant's counter-statement. The pre-motion conference date will be set by the Court.
Pre-Motion Conference
A pre-motion conference is mandatory before filing. You must submit a letter first.