Courtesy copies are required for exhibits. Details: 2 copies, delivery at final pretrial conference, by hand delivery. Provide 2 copies of exhibits (1 at final pretrial, 1 at trial start) in binders.
Judge John Milton Younge's rule states these limits: attorney: 10 pages; pro se: 10 pages. Reply and sur-reply briefs limited to 10 pages.
Judge John Milton Younge's rule states these limits: attorney: 10 pages; pro se: 10 pages. Discovery dispute briefs limited to 10 pages.
Judge John Milton Younge's formatting rule includes file format paper. Correspondence limited to unopposed extensions/scheduling; max 5 pages by fax; no correspondence for opposed matters.
The rule requires certificate of service and local rule certificate. Pro hac vice applications must be submitted in writing using Court website forms with signed affidavit of good standing.
The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Objections must be stated briefly in one word or phrase, not as speaking objections.
Judge John Milton Younge's rules specify how parties may contact chambers. Ex parte communication with the Court is prohibited.
Requests should be made at least 10 calendar days in advance when this rule applies before Judge John Milton Younge. Rule 26(f) meeting must occur at least 10 days before Rule 16 conference.
No. The rule prohibits holding covered papers for bundling. Joinder in substantive motions of other parties is strongly disfavored and normally not permitted.
Correspondence limited to unopposed extensions/scheduling; max 5 pages by fax; no correspondence for opposed matters.
Carbon copies of letters to opposing counsel are not accepted.
Ex parte communication with the Court is prohibited.
Direct communication with law clerks is prohibited; contact Civil Deputy Ms. Brannan at 267-299-7361.
Telephone conferences used for scheduling, discovery, and motions; counsel typically initiates.
No set days for oral arguments; arguments scheduled ad hoc if judge believes they will assist decision.
Pro hac vice applications must be submitted in writing using Court website forms with signed affidavit of good standing.
Joinder in substantive motions of other parties is strongly disfavored and normally not permitted.
Objections must be stated briefly in one word or phrase, not as speaking objections.
Continuing objections are not permitted; each objection must be stated separately.
Only one attorney per party may examine each witness.
Jurors are permitted to take notes during trial.
Clerk distributes exhibits to jurors; counsel must not approach jury unless permitted.
Trial is formal; no extraneous items should be left at counsel table when jury is present.
No extended conversations or arguments with opposing counsel or Court in front of jury without permission.
Provide 2 copies of exhibits (1 at final pretrial, 1 at trial start) in binders.
Exhibits must be taped and submitted in binders.
Exhibits generally admitted at close of evidence; advance agreement preferred.
No open-ended presentations; time limits discussed in advance.
Closing arguments begin immediately after close of evidence.
Directed verdict motions permitted outside jury hearing.
Submit proposed jury instructions; cooperate on joint instructions.
Submit jury instructions before trial; objections at charging conference.
Judge evaluates jury exhibit requests case-by-case; counsel contacted.
Counsel must be within 15 minutes of courthouse during jury deliberations.
Rule 16 conferences may be held via telephone, in chambers, or in courtroom.
Discovery must commence immediately upon Rule 16 conference scheduling order.
Rule 26(f) meeting must occur at least 10 days before Rule 16 conference.
Rule 26(f) report must be filed with Clerk at least 5 business days before Rule 16 conference.
Rule 16 conference must cover multiple topics including settlement, discovery, and trial scheduling.