Eastern District of Pennsylvania Adjournment & Extension Requirements

Trial continuances only allowed in exceptional circumstances with court motion and leave.

The trial may be continued only in exceptional circumstances on Motion and leave of Court.

Continuance requests must be filed at least 14 days before trial.

Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen (14) days in advance of the scheduled trial date.

Continuance requests must be filed as motions with reasons and defendant's position.

Requests for a continuance must be filed as a motion stating the reasons for the request. The motion should include the position of the defendant.

Proposed orders must comply with Speedy Trial Act and include detailed findings.

The proposed form of Order must be consistent with the requirements of the Speedy Trial Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3161(h)(7)(A),(B), and must include a proposed finding that explains in reasonable detail why the ends of justice served by granting the requested continuance outweigh the best interest of the public and the defendant in a speedy trial.

Sentencing continuance requests must include defendant's position.

All requests for continuance of sentencing hearings should include the position of the defendant.

Continuance requests must be filed as motions with proposed order for joint requests

Continuance requests for motions and discovery deadlines, hearings, and trial must be filed in the form of a motion. Joint continuance requests must be filed as a joint motion and include a proposed order.

Opposition to continuance motion must be filed within 3 business days with reasons

If a party files a motion for a continuance, all other parties have three (3) business days to file an opposition, which must state the reasons for the opposition.

Continuances impacting oral argument or trial dates require 14+ business days notice and good cause

Judge Henry seldom grants continuances that will impact (1) motion deadlines in which oral argument has been scheduled or (2) trial dates. Such continuance requests must be made at least fourteen (14) business days before the applicable deadline or trial date, and they must provide good cause.

Continuance requests must be in writing with reason and opposing party's position.

Continuance requests must be made in writing and must include the reason and opposing party’s position related to the request.

Threshold motions must be filed at least 7 days before Rule 16 conference.

Threshold motions (e.g., motions to transfer or substitute parties) should be filed at least seven (7) days before the Rule 16 conference.

Complex motions in limine must be filed at least 7 business days before final pretrial conference.

Complex motions must be filed at least seven (7) business days before the final pretrial conference.

Continuance requests must be filed at least 14 days before trial.

Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen days in advance of the scheduled trial date.

Continuance requests must be filed as motions; joint requests require proposed order; 3-day opposition period.

Continuance requests for motions and discovery deadlines, hearings, and trial must be filed in the form of a motion. Joint continuance requests must be filed as a joint motion and include a proposed order. If a party files a motion for a continuance, all other parties have three (3) business days to file an opposition, which must state the reasons for the opposition.

Continuances impacting oral argument or trial dates require 14 business days notice and good cause.

Judge Henry seldom grants continuances that will impact (1) motion deadlines in which oral argument has been scheduled or (2) trial dates. Such continuance requests must be made at least fourteen (14) business days before the applicable deadline or trial date, and they must provide good cause.

Criminal trial continuance requests must be filed at least 14 days before the scheduled trial date.

Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen days in advance of the scheduled trial date.

Expedited sentencing requests require 2-day advance notice to chambers and probation.

If an agreement has been reached to request Judge Henry set an expedited sentencing, the United States must notify Chambers and the probation office at least two days prior to the change of plea hearing.

Counsel must notify the Court before making travel plans if an extraordinary occurrence arises after the trial schedule is set.

Once a trial schedule is set counsel should not make pre-paid vacation plans or any other travel plans unless something extraordinary occurs, in which case the Court must first be notified.

Continuances/extensions not affecting key deadlines may be granted via all-party stipulation; those affecting deadlines require advance motion with unforeseeable/insurmountable causes, and stipulations must be filed on ECF.

Unless there is extremely good cause to justify change, the parties are expected to strictly adhere to the dates contained in the scheduling order. The Court will grant a continuance or extension based on a stipulation of all parties if the continuance or extension will not affect the deadlines for filing motions for summary judgment, motions in limine, or the trial date. A continuance or extension that may affect the deadlines for filing motions for summary judgment, motions in limine, or the trial date must be made by motion sufficiently in advance of the deadline date. Parties should expect these motions will be DENIED unless unforeseeable, insurmountable causes are established. Counsel should file any stipulations needing Court approval on the court’s Electronic Case Filing (ECF) system. Counsel should make every effort to submit such stipulations or file motions as early as the need for an extension is known. If the stipulation is submitted or motion is filed less than two business days before the deadline, the Court does not guarantee a decision will be made before the deadline.

Continuances delaying Magistrate Judge settlement conferences are likely denied unless counsel demonstrate diligence; upon denial, counsel must detail exchanged and planned discovery.

Judge Kenney will likely deny a continuance that delays a settlement conference with a Magistrate Judge unless it is clear counsel have been diligent. Upon denial, counsel will be required to detail discovery already exchanged and discovery planned in the future.

First extension requests in arbitration-track cases go to the arbitration clerk; subsequent extensions require discovery certification or description and a motion filed on ECF.

First extension requests should be made to the arbitration clerk. For subsequent extensions, or any other extension requiring the Court’s approval, the parties shall certify they have completed discovery; or if the extension is necessary to complete discovery, the parties shall describe the discovery completed, remaining discovery to be conducted, and the reasons for the delay by filing a Motion on ECF.

Counsel must notify the Court immediately of any unavoidable conflicts affecting the trial schedule.

Counsel should notify the Court immediately upon learning of any unavoidable and compelling professional or personal conflicts affecting the trial schedule.

Continuance motions under the Speedy Trial Act must include reason, length sought, and opposition status.

In accordance with the Speedy Trial Act, if counsel files a motion to continue the trial date, then counsel must include the reason for the continuance, the length of continuance being sought, and whether the motion is opposed or unopposed.

Discovery motion responses due 7 days after filing.

Responses to discovery motions are due seven days after the filing of the Motion.

Extension requests must be filed as motions with good cause shown, made as far in advance as possible.

Subject to the limited exceptions below, requests for extensions, including joint and uncontested requests, must be submitted to this Court by filing a motion on the docket. Even with the agreement of all parties, good cause must be shown for the Court to consider a request to extend any deadlines provided in the Scheduling Order. Requests for extension should be made as far in advance as possible. Requests made on the date of the deadline will typically be denied, absent good cause that arose on the day of the deadline.

Rule 26(f) meeting must occur within 21 days before Rule 16 conference

The Rule 26(f) meeting should take place as early in the case as possible, but no later than twenty-one days before the scheduled Rule 16 conference.

Initial disclosures must be completed 7 days before Rule 16 conference

Initial disclosures pursuant to Rule 26(a) shall be completed no later than seven days before the Rule 16 conference.

Final pretrial conference scheduled within 10 days of trial date

There will be a final pretrial conference within ten days of the trial date.

Pretrial memoranda must be filed 7 days before pretrial conference

These memoranda shall be filed no later than seven days prior to the pretrial conference.

Continuance requests must be submitted via email only; motions for continuances are prohibited. Continuances require stipulation of all parties and cannot affect discovery cutoff or trial date.

Continuance requests must be put in writing via email only. The parties shall not file motions seeking continuances of deadlines. The court will grant a continuance or extension based on a stipulation of all parties if the continuance or extension does not affect the discovery cutoff or trial date.

Written email request required for continuances or extensions affecting discovery cutoff or trial date, including basis and adversary position.

If a continuance or extension will affect the discovery cutoff or trial date, counsel should make a written request via email which sets forth the basis for the continuance or extension and indicates whether the other party or parties agree to or oppose the request.

Trial dates will not be continued except for criminal docket emergencies or extraordinary justification.

Trial dates certain will not be continued absent an emergency on the criminal docket or a truly extraordinary justification.

Extension requests must be made at least 7 days before deadline or justify last-minute request.

All requests must be made at least 7 days before the closest relevant deadline or, if made within 7 days, must further justify the last-minute request.

Extensions affecting dispositive motions or trial dates require written request with basis, party positions, and proposed dates.

If an extension will affect the deadline for filing dispositive motions or the trial dates, counsel must make a written request that sets forth the basis for the extension and indicates whether the other parties agree to or oppose the request and proposes amended dates. A request for an extension of the deadline for filing dispositive motions or a continuance of the trial date must be made sufficiently prior to the due date to allow time for the Court to consider it. These requests should be made by motion, although an unopposed request may be made by letter to the Court.

No Rule 16 conference or scheduling order in arbitration track cases without de novo appeal.

Judge Gallagher will not hold a Rule 16 conference or issue a scheduling order in arbitration track cases unless there is a de novo appeal from an arbitration award hearing.

Motion to continue must include time requested, opposition status, reason, and Speedy Trial Waiver form.

A motion to continue a criminal case must include the following: (1) the length of time the party requests the case to be continued, (2) whether the motion is opposed, (3) the reason for the request, and (4) an executed Speedy Trial Waiver form, such that the Court can conduct a speedy trial analysis.

Requests to reschedule the Rule 16 scheduling conference must be made as early as possible and based on a pre-existing commitment.

If lead trial counsel is unable to attend, then Judge Wolson will reschedule the conference. However, any request to reschedule must be made as early as possible and must be based on a pre-existing commitment.

Continuances of trial dates or scheduled court events are only granted in extreme circumstances.

Judge Wolson is reluctant to grant continuances of trial dates and other scheduled court events and will only do so in extreme circumstances.

Non-trial date extension requests are considered upon an appropriate showing of good cause.

Judge Wolson will consider other requests for extensions on an appropriate showing of good cause.

Continuance/extension requests must include the appropriate request type in the email subject line, require conferring with opposing counsel and stating their position, and must be made at least 7 days before the applicable deadline (text incomplete).

Any request for a continuance or extension must include the words 'request for continuance' or 'request for extension,' as appropriate, in the subject line of the email. Judge Wolson expects counsel for the party requesting an extension to confer with opposing counsel and state opposing counsel’s position in the letter. Any request for an extension or continuance must be made at least seven (7) days before the applicable

Sentencing continuances are only granted for good cause; continuances over 90 days require extraordinary circumstances.

Judge Wolson discourages requests for continuances of sentencing and will continue a sentencing for good cause only. Absent extraordinary circumstances, Judge Wolson will not consider any request for a continuance exceeding 90 days.

Additional continuances beyond 90 days require a joint written request from both parties stating good cause.

In the rare event of a 90-day continuance, if counsel for both the Government and the defendant(s) believe that good cause exists for an additional continuance beyond the initial 90-day period, then counsel may jointly request in writing an additional continuance. Any such request must state why good cause exists.

Extension requests require conference with opposing counsel; unopposed requests via joint stipulation, opposed as motions.

Where compelling circumstances so require, counsel may request an extension of a filing or other deadline. Deadlines for filing dispositive motions will be extended only in very limited circumstances and only where absolutely necessary. Counsel must confer with all opposing counsel prior to requesting an extension. If a request for an extension is unopposed, counsel must so state and may submit the request through joint stipulation. Opposed requests must so state and be filed as a motion.

Continuance requests must be emailed to chambers with copy to opposing counsel, include good cause, and identify other court matters if applicable.

Counsel must immediately notify the Court upon learning of any unavoidable and compelling professional or personal conflicts affecting the trial schedule. Requests for continuances are strongly discouraged and rarely granted. Counsel must present good cause for the request. A continuance must be sought as soon as possible. Requests for continuances must be in writing and should be e-mailed to chambers with a copy to opposing counsel. If the scheduling conflict pertains to another court matter, counsel is required to identify the other court, the caption of the other case, the presiding judge in the other case, and the docket number of the other case. A formal motion is not required.

Requesting party must present opposing counsel's position on continuance requests.

The party requesting a continuance must present the position of opposing counsel.

Continuance requests must be filed 14 calendar days before trial date

Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen (14) calendar days in advance of the scheduled trial date, and must state the amount of time being requested for the continuance.

Continuance requests must state amount of time requested

Requests for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen (14) calendar days in advance of the scheduled trial date, and must state the amount of time being requested for the continuance.

Continuance requests must identify other court, judge, and docket number if conflict exists

If the conflict pertains to another court matter, counsel is required to identify the other court, the presiding judge in the other case, and the docket number of the other case.

Continuance motions must state whether opposed or unopposed

The motion must state whether the continuance is opposed or unopposed.

Continuance motions must include proposed order consistent with Speedy Trial Act

Any such motion must be accompanied by a proposed order. The proposed order must be consistent with the requirements of the Speedy Trial Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3161(h)(7), and must include a proposed finding that explains in reasonable detail why the ends of justice served by granting the requested continuance outweigh the best interest of the public and the defendant in a speedy trial.

Defendant-requested continuances require signed consent form

If the defendant requests the continuance, the motion should indicate that the defendant agrees the time is excludable from the speedy trial clock, and attached to the motion must be a completed “Consent to Continuance of Criminal Trial” form signed by the defendant.

Parties must discuss e-discovery parameters within 10 calendar days of order.

The parties shall discuss the parameters of their anticipated e-discovery within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this Order.

Parties must negotiate e-discovery preservation agreement within 20 calendar days.

Within twenty (20) calendar days of the date of this Order, the parties shall negotiate an agreement that outlines the steps each party shall take to segregate and preserve the integrity of all relevant electronic documents.

Parties must implement e-discovery procedures and file compliance statement within 7 days of identifying custodians.

Within seven (7) calendar days of identifying the relevant document custodians, implement the above procedures and each party's counsel shall file a statement of compliance with the Court.

Parties must exchange e-discovery information within 30 calendar days of order.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of the date of this Order, the parties shall exchange the following information:

Continuance requests must be made within 14 days of receiving settlement conference notice.

any continuance requests should be made within fourteen (14) days of receipt of the notice scheduling the conference.

Continuance or extension requests must be submitted by letter to Judge Sánchez.

Requests for a continuance of any court proceeding or an extension of any case management deadline must be directed to Judge Sánchez by letter.

Formal motion not required for continuances; must present opposing counsel's position.

A formal motion is not required. The party requesting a continuance must present the position of opposing counsel.

Required

Always

Cases assigned to two-week trial pool; trial date given with at least 24-72 hours notice.

Judge Sánchez’s Scheduling Order will usually assign a case to a two-week trial pool. All parties, witnesses, and counsel can expect their cases to be tried during the trial pool period and should arrange their schedules accordingly. Judge Sánchez will make every effort to give counsel reasonable notice of a trial date within the trial pool period and will attempt to notify counsel at least 72 hours—and in no event less than 24 hours—before the day trial is to commence.

Continuance motions must be filed at least 14 days before trial.

Any motion for a continuance must be filed no later than 14 days in advance of the scheduled trial date.

Criminal trial continuance motions must be filed at least 14 days before trial.

Any motion for a continuance must be filed no later than 14 days in advance of the scheduled trial date.

Continuance requests exceeding 90 days will not be considered.

Judge Sánchez will not consider any request for a continuance exceeding 90 days.

Continuance requests must be filed as a motion with a proposed order; joint requests must be filed as an unopposed motion.

Continuance requests for motions and discovery deadlines, hearings, and trial must be filed in the form of a motion and must include a proposed order. Joint continuance requests must be filed as an unopposed motion.

Continuances must be requested at least 7 business days before the scheduled deadline unless they alter motion deadlines or trial dates.

motions deadlines or trial dates, and (2) they are made at least seven (7) business days before the scheduled deadline.

Continuances altering scheduled oral argument deadlines or trial dates are rarely granted and require 14 business days' notice plus good cause.

Judge Scott seldom grants continuances that will alter (1) motion deadlines in which oral argument has been scheduled or (2) trial dates. Such continuance requests must be made at least fourteen (14) business days before the applicable deadline or trial date, and they must provide good cause.

Changes to operative deadlines must be filed as joint unopposed motions, not joint stipulations.

Judge Scott no longer permits changes to operative deadlines to be filed as joint stipulations. All parties filing joint stipulations will be instructed to refile the request as a joint, unopposed motion.

Continuance requests must be filed at least 14 days in advance as a motion stating reasons and length (max 120 days).

Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen (14) days in advance of the scheduled hearing date. Requests for a continuance must be filed as a motion stating the reasons for the request and the length of the continuance not to exceed 120 days.

Reply and sur-reply briefs must be filed within 7 days of the brief they respond to

Reply and sur-reply briefs may be filed without leave of Court. They must be filed and served within seven (7) days of service of the brief to which the reply or sur-reply responds unless the Court sets a different schedule.

Extension requests require a letter via email with basis, opposing counsel's position, and a proposed order; unopposed requests need a signed stipulation.

Where compelling circumstances exist, counsel may request an extension of a filing or other deadline. Extension requests should be made by letter sent via email and counsel requesting the extension shall include the basis for the request and state the position of opposing counsel. Any counsel opposing the extension shall submit a responsive letter via email setting forth the reasons for opposition. All requests for extension MUST include a proposed order. Counsel may not extend any deadlines without Court approval. An email request without a letter attached will not be considered. For unopposed extension requests, counsel must submit a stipulation signed by counsel for all parties sent via email with a signature line for Judge Hodge. Unopposed extension requests are not automatically granted. Counsel should make every effort to file such stipulations and requests as early as the need for an extension is known.

Continuance requests are considered only upon a showing of compelling circumstances and good cause.

Since trial and hearing dates are set in advance, Judge Hodge is extremely reluctant to grant continuances especially if the attorneys have not been diligent in moving the case forward. However, the Court will consider such continuance requests upon a showing of compelling circumstances and good cause.

Continuance requests in criminal cases must be filed 14 days in advance as a motion with a proposed order and Speedy Trial Act waiver.

Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen (14) days in advance of the scheduled trial date. Requests for a continuance must be filed as motions stating the reasons for the request. Any such motion must be accompanied by a proposed form of Order which, if approved by the Court, would grant the relief sought by the motion. The proposed form of Order must be consistent with the requirements of the Speedy Trial Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3161(h)(7), and include a proposed finding that explains in reasonable detail why the ends of justice served by granting the requested continuance outweigh the best interest of the public and the defendant in a speedy trial. Requests by letter are not permitted. The defendant must provide a signed waiver of Speedy Trial Act rights or a continuance hearing will be scheduled.

Sentencing continuances are allowed only for good cause, and continuances over 90 days are generally not considered.

Judge Hodge discourages continuances of sentencing, and sentencing will be continued for good cause only. Judge Hodge will generally not consider any request for a continuance exceeding 90 days.

Continuance requests must be filed at least 14 days before trial.

Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen days in advance of the scheduled trial date.

Opposition to pro hac vice motions must be filed within one business day.

Thoughtful opposition to a motion for pro hac vice must be filed within one business day of the filing of the motion.

Trial date continuances require extraordinary circumstances and demonstrated good cause.

Unless there is demonstrated good cause in writing to justify a change, the parties are expected to adhere to the schedule contained in Orders setting obligations or, absent an Order, the default dates in the Federal or Local Rules. A request for an extension or continuance of the trial date will not be granted absent extraordinary circumstances.

When non-incarcerated party opposes continuance/extension, movant must file motion under Section III.B with basis and positions.

If a non-incarcerated party opposes a continuance or extension, the movant may move under Section III.B below identifying the basis for the continuance or extension and detail the positions of other parties with a proposed order.

Continuance motions must include reasons, opposing position, time sought, and scheduling conflicts.

Requests for a continuance must be filed as a motion stating the reasons for the request, the position of the other side, the amount of time sought, and existing conflicts potentially impacting scheduling of a new trial date.

Extension requests must be made by motion or stipulation demonstrating good cause; letter requests are not accepted.

Requests for extension of time to respond to a pleading or motion or a request for the extension of the dates in a scheduling order must be made by motion or stipulation demonstrating good cause which can be reviewed and ruled upon. Judge Kearney will not accept letter requests for extensions of time set by the Federal or Local Rules or our scheduling Orders.

Extensions/continuances require compelling reason and must be requested by letter with detailed basis and other counsel's position.

Parties are expected to adhere to all dates contained in the Scheduling Order unless there is a compelling reason to justify a change. Counsel should advise the Court immediately of any compelling reason justifying an extension or continuance of any scheduled date. Such a request may be made by letter, describing in detail the basis for the request, noting the agreement or disagreement of all other counsel and setting forth the period of delay requested.

Extensions/continuances for trial dates or dispositive motion deadlines only granted in extraordinary circumstances.

A request for an extension or continuance of the date on which the case is listed for trial or the deadline for filing dispositive motions will rarely be granted and will only be considered in extraordinary circumstances.

Motions must comply with Scheduling Order in civil cases.

In civil cases, all motions should be filed in compliance with the Scheduling Order.

Trial pool cases require 48-hour notice; trial date extensions need 30-day written notice.

Counsel shall comply with all deadlines set forth in the scheduling order. Counsel for cases in the trial pool must be prepared to commence trial upon 48-hours’ notice. Any requests to extend a trial date must be submitted to Chambers in writing 30-days prior to trial.

Downward departure motions (except § 5K1.1) due 2 weeks before sentencing; § 5K1.1 motions due 1 week before.

All motions for downward departure, except motions filed under § 5K1.1 of the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, must be filed two weeks prior to sentencing. Such motions should include legal and factual support for the proposed departure. A government motion pursuant to § 5K1.1 must be filed at least one week prior to sentencing.

Requests for continuances/extensions must be filed at least 5 business days before the deadline, except for compelling circumstances.

Counsel must submit any request for a continuance or extension no later than five (5) business days before the scheduled date. Requests submitted after that time shall be denied absent a showing of compelling circumstances (e.g., serious bodily injury or illness).

Continuance/extension motions require detailed declaration showing good cause and history of previous requests.

A motion to continue or extend the date of any matter or deadline must be supported by a detailed declaration demonstrating good cause for the continuance. The motion must also indicate whether there have been previous requests for continuances or extensions and whether I have granted or denied those requests.

When counsel conflicts affect the trial schedule, counsel must file a written request for a joint telephone conference.

If a conflict of counsel will affect the trial schedule, Judge Wells requires that counsel file a written request for a joint telephone conference in order to resolve the issue.

Extension requests must be emailed in advance with detailed basis and party positions.

shall request a new deadline or date in advance of the originally scheduled date via email (to Chambers_of_Magistrate_Judge_ Goldner_Cinquanto@paed.uscourts.gov). The request shall describe the basis for the request in detail, state whether all other parties agree or disagree with the request, and identify a suggested new deadline(s) or date(s).

Continuance requests must be made within 14 days of receiving the settlement conference notice.

For this reason, any continuance requests should be made within fourteen (14) days of receipt of the notice scheduling the conference.

Extensions require a good cause showing that circumstances beyond counsel's reasonable expectation hampered the case, and must be requested by letter brief.

Extensions will be entertained upon a good cause showing that the progress of the case circumstances has been hampered by circumstances beyond the reasonable expectation of counsel. Should such circumstances arise, Judge Toplin requires a letter brief requesting an extension.

Continuance requests for settlement conferences must be made within 14 days of receipt of the scheduling notice and will only be granted for the most compelling reasons.

For this reason, any continuance requests should be made within fourteen (14) days of receipt of the notice scheduling the conference. Continuance requests will only be granted for the most compelling reasons.

Joint settlement conference requests must be made at least 45 days before the requested date.

If the parties jointly request a settlement conference, they shall contact chambers and request a settlement conference within their agreed-upon time frame, and must do so at least 45 days prior to the requested date absent unusual circumstances.

Deadlines can be revised only by the Court for good cause; stipulations among counsel are insufficient.

The deadlines listed above are subject to revision only by the Court and only for good cause. A stipulation among counsel will not alter the Court's calendar.

Requests to cancel or postpone settlement conference must be received at least two weeks in advance.

Any request to cancel or postpone the conference must be received at least two weeks in advance.

Parties must request extensions or continuances via email in advance with detailed justification, opposing party position, and proposed new dates; requests for trial or dispositive motion deadlines are rarely granted.

Parties are expected to adhere to all deadlines that the Court has implemented by scheduling order or that are otherwise established by rule or statute absent a compelling reason to justify a change. Circumstances which ordinarily do not constitute compelling summer, counsel’s obligations in other cases, and failing to diligently conduct discovery. If a party believes a compelling reason exists for an extension or a continuance, Counsel shall request a new deadline or date in advance of the originally scheduled date via email (to Chambers_of_Magistrate_Judge_Arteaga@paed.uscourts.gov). The request shall describe the basis for the request in detail, state whether all other parties agree or disagree with the request and identify a suggested new deadline(s) or date(s). A request for an extension or continuance of the date on which a case is listed for trial or the deadline for filing dispositive motions rarely will be granted. If the Court is dissatisfied with the compelling reason provided for the requested extension or continuance, Judge Arteaga may schedule a hearing to address the request.

Extensions of time are only granted upon a showing of good cause, and require a letter brief outlining the request and good cause.

Extensions will be entertained upon a good cause showing that circumstances beyond the reasonable expectation of counsel have hampered the progress of the case. Judge Copeland requires a letter brief requesting an extension.

Continuance requests for settlement conferences must be made within 14 days of receiving the scheduling notice and are only granted for compelling reasons.

Settlement conferences are scheduled by order of the Court and are not discretionary. Counsel and participants should use all efforts to be available for this conference. Due to the large number of cases scheduled for settlement conferences, any need to reschedule the conference could cause a delay of that conference for several weeks. For this reason, any continuance requests should be made within fourteen (14) days of receipt of the notice scheduling the conference. Continuance requests will only be granted for the most compelling reasons.

Continuance requests for settlement conferences must be made within 14 days of notice.

Due to the large number of cases scheduled for settlement conferences, any need to reschedule the conference could cause a delay of that conference for several weeks. For this reason, any continuance requests should be made within fourteen (14) days of receipt of the notice scheduling the conference.

Continuance requests granted only for most compelling reasons.

Continuance requests will only be granted for the most compelling reasons.

Extension requests require formal motion, proposed order, and certification of counsel concurrence/objection.

Judge Carlos will require a formal motion seeking an extension together with a proposed order and certification of concurrence or objection of all counsel or unrepresented parties.

Failure to identify expert witnesses or provide reports bars expert testimony at trial.

The parties will identify expert witnesses and provide expert reports pursuant to the Rule 16 Scheduling Order entered in the case. A failure to do so will normally bar the use of the expert's testimony at trial.

Counsel must be prepared to address trial matters including exhibit stipulations and demonstrative exhibit use.

Counsel should be fully prepared to address all matters related to trial, including but not limited to, stipulations as to the authenticity and admissibility of exhibits and the use of demonstrative exhibits during openings, trial, and closings.

Counsel must meet and confer before final pretrial conference regarding videotape testimony.

Counsel are expected to meet and confer prior to the final pretrial conference regarding use of videotape testimony.

Counsel must provide videotape deposition transcript and objection list to Judge before final pretrial conference.

Accordingly, counsel are required to provide a full videotape deposition transcript to Judge Carlos prior to the conference, in addition to a list of the objections that require ruling.

Counsel must arrange technology assistance before trial if using technology.

Counsel intending to use technology during the trial must make arrangements, prior to trial, to have technology assistant(s) visit the courtroom to assess and identify their needs.

Court will not tolerate delays due to unpreparedness for technology use.

The Court will not tolerate delays associated with failure of a party to be prepared for technology usage in advance of trial.

Continuance requests must be made via docketed letter within 14 days of notice.

CONTINUANCE REQUESTS SHOULD BE MADE VIA DOCKETED LETTER TO THE COURT WITHIN FOURTEEN (14) DAYS OF RECEIPT OF THIS NOTICE. THE LETTER REQUEST SHALL INDICATE WHETHER OR NOT THE REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCE IS OPPOSED. CONTINUANCE REQUESTS WILL ONLY BE GRANTED FOR THE MOST COMPELLING REASONS.

Parties must notify court in advance if deadlines cannot be met, with explanation and proposed new deadline, or face sanctions.

The parties shall strictly comply with all deadlines recited herein. In the event a deadline cannot be reached, the parties are directed to timely notify the Court in advance of the deadline by filing a letter on the docket, which explains why the deadline cannot be honored, whether counsel have met and conferred as to the outstanding issue, and a proposed new deadline. The failure to do so may result in appropriate sanctions including, but not limited to, the forfeiture of claims and/or waiver of defenses.

All discovery motions must be filed and served before discovery deadline.

Fact discovery shall be completed no later than . All discovery motions shall be filed and served prior to the close of the discovery period.

Summary judgment and Daubert motions must meet specific filing deadlines.

Motions for summary judgment and/or Daubert motions, if any, shall be filed by . Responses shall be filed no later than . It is imperative that Daubert motions be filed by this deadline so that the Court may determine whether a hearing as to any issues raised via the motion can be addressed in a timely manner.

Extensions require good cause letter brief and usually a conference with Judge.

Extensions will be entertained upon a good cause showing that circumstances beyond the reasonable expectation of counsel have hampered the progress of the case. Judge Reid requires a letter brief requesting an extension. In most cases, extensions will only be considered after a conference with the Judge.

Continuance requests for settlement conferences must be made within 14 days of notice and only for compelling reasons.

Settlement conferences are scheduled by order of the Court and are not discretionary. Counsel and participants should use all efforts to be available for this conference. Due to the large to reschedule the conference could cause a delay of that conference for several weeks. For this reason, any continuance requests should be made within fourteen (14) days of receipt of the notice scheduling the conference. Continuance requests will only be granted for the most compelling reasons.

Extension requests must include a specific revised deadline date.

A party seeking an extension should provide a date certain for the requested revised deadline.

Extension requests must have no effect on other deadlines and be filed appropriately.

Where compelling circumstances so require, counsel may request an extension of a filing or other deadline only if such request has no effect on other existing deadlines. If a request for an extension is unopposed, counsel must so state and may submit the request by motion, letter, or joint stipulation. Opposed requests must so state and be filed as a motion.

Continuance requests must be filed 14 days before trial as motions with proposed order meeting Speedy Trial Act requirements; letter requests are prohibited.

Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than 14 days in advance of the scheduled trial date. Requests for a continuance must be filed as motions stating the reasons for the request. Any such motion must be accompanied by a proposed form of Order which, if approved by the Court, would grant the relief sought by the motion. The proposed form of Order must be consistent with the requirements of the Speedy Trial Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3161(h)(7), and include a proposed finding that explains in reasonable detail why the ends of justice served by granting the requested continuance outweigh the best interest of the public and the defendant in a speedy trial. Requests by letter are not permitted.

Joint status updates required every 30 days for continuances beyond 90 days.

In the rare event of a 90-day continuance, if counsel for both the Government and the defendant(s) believe that good cause exists for an additional continuance beyond the 90-day period, counsel may jointly request in writing an additional continuance. Any such request must state why good cause exists for an additional continuance. If Judge Rufe grants such a request, counsel shall be required to submit in writing a joint status update every 30 days until judgment of sentence is entered.

Written defendant consent on Speedy Trial Act form required before any continuance is granted.

In all criminal cases, before a continuance will be granted, Defense Counsel must obtain Defendant's written consent to a continuance. Such consent shall be given by using the Court's Speedy Trial Act Acknowledgment of Rights form. This form must be signed by Defendant and docketed before any continuance shall issue.

Extension/continuance requests must be in writing and made before deadline expires.

Counsel should advise the Court immediately, and before the date has run, of any compelling reason justifying an extension or continuance of any originally scheduled date. Any request for an extension or continuance shall be made in writing by letter or formal motion for cause shown.

Strict adherence to scheduled dates unless compelling reason for change

Judge Surrick has a general policy of adhering to originally scheduled dates unless a compelling reason is presented that justifies a change. This policy applies to briefing schedules, oral arguments, evidentiary hearings, pretrial conferences, discovery deadlines, and trial dates.

Extension/continuance requests must be made before deadline by letter or phone with all counsel

Counsel should advise Judge Surrick immediately, and before the date has run, of any compelling reason which justifies an extension or continuance of any originally scheduled date. Requests for continuances are preferably made by letter, setting forth the reasons and noting the agreement or disagreement of all other counsel. Original stipulations are to be submitted to chambers. Upon approval, the stipulation will be electronically filed. Requests may also be communicated by telephone conference with all counsel participating.

Trial pool cases require 48-hour notice to commence trial.

The Scheduling Order will set a date certain for trial or the date when the case will be placed in the trial pool. For cases in the trial pool, counsel must be prepared to commence trial upon 48 hours notice.

Videotaped testimony objections must be resolved 10 days before final pretrial conference.

Counsel must discuss in advance of trial all objections to the presentation of videotaped testimony to resolve all conflicts. If counsel cannot resolve their disagreements, they should present any outstanding disagreements at least ten days prior to the final pretrial conference by providing a transcript of the testimony with the challenged question and answer highlighted, and a list setting forth each objection by page and line numbers and the basis for the objection.

Suppression, Starks, and Daubert hearings held at least 2 weeks before trial.

Suppression, Starks and Daubert hearings are typically held at least two weeks prior to trial.

Extensions for trial dates, discovery deadlines, or dispositive motions must be made sufficiently in advance.

If the request is for an extension or continuance of the trial date, discovery deadline, or the deadline for filing dispositive motions, it must be made sufficiently prior to the due date to allow time for the Court to consider it.

Continuance requests in civil cases require good cause, must be emailed to chambers with opposing counsel copied, and may require a conference call if opposed.

Requests for continuances are strongly discouraged. In civil cases, counsel must have good cause for the request. If good cause exists, a continuance must be sought as soon as possible. Requests for continuances must be in writing and should be e-mailed to chambers copied to opposing counsel. A formal motion is not required. The party requesting a continuance must present the position of opposing counsel. If opposing counsel opposes the request, the requesting party must set up a conference call with the Court to resolve the matter.

Joint discovery continuance requests may be motion or stipulation; 7 business days notice required if no impact on trial/motion deadlines.

A joint request for a continuance related to discovery may be filed in the form of a motion or as a joint stipulation. Judge Henry will generally grant joint discovery continuance requests if (1) they do not impact key motions deadlines or trial dates, and (2) they are made at least seven (7) business days before the scheduled deadline.

Continuance requests must be in writing and include the reason and opposing party's position.

Continuance requests must be made in writing and must include the reason and opposing party's position related to the request.

Continuances are discouraged; multiple requests may require in-person appearance.

Continuances are strongly discouraged, and, if multiple continuances are sought, counsel may be required to appear in person to argue the matter.

Parties must meet and confer before seeking court intervention for discovery disputes.

Counsel are expected to work cooperatively and civilly to address discovery disputes. See supra. The parties are expected to meet and confer prior to requesting Court intervention. Should the parties be unable to resolve a discovery dispute in good faith, they may request the assistance of the Court.

Call Chambers for immediate deposition rulings; objecting party pays re-deposition costs if they refuse to answer.

If a dispute arises during a deposition, counsel are invited to call Chambers in the event that the Judge is available to supply an immediate ruling. If Judge Weilheimer is not immediately available, the parties should note the objection, have the question answered, and the Judge will issue a ruling prior to trial. If the objecting party refuses to have a witness answer the “objectionable” question and the Court determines that witness shall be re-deposed on that issue, the costs of the re-deposition will be borne entirely by the objecting party.

Extensions/continuances require compelling reasons; settlement negotiations and summer scheduling not compelling

Parties are expected to adhere to all dates contained in the Scheduling Order unless there is a compelling reason to justify a change. Counsel should advise the Court immediately of any compelling reason justifying an extension or continuance of any scheduled date. Circumstances which do not constitute compelling reasons for the extension of a scheduled date include, but are not limited to, settlement negotiations, scheduling difficulties in the 'summer months,' counsel's obligations in other cases and not diligently conducting discovery prior to the request for an extension. Such a request may be made by letter, describing in detail the basis for the request, noting the agreement or disagreement of all other counsel and setting forth the period of delay requested. A request for an extension or continuance of the date on which the case is listed for trial or the deadline for filing dispositive motions will rarely be granted and will only be considered in extraordinary circumstances.

Court grants continuances/extensions by stipulation if discovery cutoff or trial date unaffected

The court will grant a continuance or extension based on a stipulation of all parties if the continuance or extension does not affect the discovery cutoff or trial date.

Witness unavailability cannot delay trial commencement or progress.

The unavailability of such witness will not be a ground to delay the commencement or progress of trial.

Unavailability of a witness is not grounds to delay trial.

The unavailability of such witness will not be a ground to delay the commencement or progress of trial.

Continuance requests for settlement conferences only granted for compelling reasons.

Continuance requests will only be granted for the most compelling reasons.

Continuance requests strongly disfavored and require good cause in civil cases.

Judge Sánchez strongly disfavors requests for continuances. In civil cases, counsel must have good cause for the request.

Multiple continuance requests are strongly discouraged.

Multiple continuance requests are strongly discouraged.

Sentencing scheduled on plea acceptance or conviction; continuances discouraged and limited to 90 days.

Judge Sánchez will schedule sentencing on the day the Court accepts a defendant's guilty plea or after a defendant is convicted at trial. Judge Sánchez discourages continuances of sentencing, and sentencing will be continued for good cause only. Judge Sánchez will not consider any request for a continuance exceeding 90 days.

Additional continuance beyond 90 days requires joint written request explaining good cause and opposition status.

If, after receiving a first continuance, both counsel for the Government and defense counsel believe that good cause exists for an additional continuance beyond the 90-day period, counsel may submit a written request for an additional continuance, explaining why good cause exists and whether the request is opposed or unopposed.

Extensions for dispositive motion or trial pool deadlines granted only in very limited circumstances.

Judge Sánchez will extend the deadline for filing dispositive motions or a trial pool date only in very limited circumstances and where genuinely necessary.

Unopposed extension requests are not automatically granted.

Unopposed extension requests are not automatically granted.

Multiple continuance requests in criminal cases are strongly discouraged.

Multiple continuance requests are strongly discouraged.

Extension/continuance requests for trial or dispositive motions require 7 days notice or good cause.

A request for an extension or continuance of the date on which the case is listed for trial or the deadline for filing dispositive motions will rarely be granted and will only be considered in extraordinary circumstances. Any such request for an extension or continuance must be made at least seven (7) days before the applicable deadline or include a showing of good cause as to why the party making the request could not comply with that requirement.

Timely stipulations for continuances/extensions may be approved with good cause if trial date unaffected.

Stipulations. Judge Kearney may approve a timely stipulation for a continuance or extension if the continuance or extension upon a showing of good cause and if it does not affect the trial date.

Multiple continuance requests may require in-person argument.

Continuances are strongly discouraged, and, if multiple continuances are sought, counsel may be required to appear in person to argue the matter.

Replies and sur-replies must be filed within 7 days of the response.

Replies and sur-replies must be filed no later than 7 days after the filing to which it responds, but Judge Perez reserves the right to rule on the motion in the interim.

Discovery must begin immediately; no extensions will be granted; discovery should be well underway by preliminary pretrial conference.

Discovery shall begin as soon as possible. I am not inclined to grant any extensions respecting the discovery or other case-related deadlines. In ordinary circumstances, I expect that discovery will be well underway by the date of the Preliminary Pretrial Conference.

Continuance or extension requests should be made promptly once needed and early enough for scheduling.

However, she expects such a request to be made as soon as the need becomes apparent and sufficiently in advance for the court to schedule a matter.

Contested continuance or extension requests should be made by faxed letter to chambers or by formal motion.

A contested request for a continuance or extension of a court-ordered deadline should be in a letter (faxed to chambers) or requested via formal motion.

Deadlines must be strictly followed unless compelling reason exists.

Parties are expected to adhere to all deadlines that the Court has implemented by scheduling order or that are otherwise established by rule or statute absent a compelling reason to justify a change.

Adjournments for additional settlement authority may result in sanctions including opposing party's attorney fees.

If a conference must be adjourned or continued to allow a party to obtain additional authority up to the most recent demand, that party may incur sanctions, including, but not limited to, payment of the opposing party’s attorney’s fees resulting from a need to reconvene.

Telephone attendance not acceptable without prior approval; sanctions may apply for adjournments.

Having a client with settlement authority available by telephone is not an acceptable alternative unless compelling circumstances exist and there is prior approval from Judge Goldner Cinquanto. If a conference must be adjourned or continued to allow a party to obtain additional authority up to the most recent demand, that party may incur sanctions, including, but not limited to, payment of the opposing party’s attorney’s fees resulting from a need to reconvene.

Continuance requests for settlement conferences require compelling reasons.

Continuance requests will only be granted for the most compelling reasons.

Parties adjourning a conference to obtain settlement authority may incur sanctions including opposing counsel fees.

If a conference must be adjourned or continued to allow a party to obtain additional authority up to the most recent demand, that party may incur sanctions, including, but not limited to, payment of the opposing party’s attorney’s fees resulting from a need to reconvene.

Extensions to dispositive motion, Daubert, or trial deadlines are generally not granted.

Judge Carlos will generally not agree to a request to extend the dispositive motion or Daubert deadlines or trial dates.

Extensions require showing of circumstances beyond counsel's reasonable control.

Extensions will be entertained upon a showing that circumstances beyond the reasonable expectation of counsel have hampered the progress of the case.

Most extension requests require a conference with the Judge.

In most cases, extensions will only be considered after a conference with the Judge.

Additional discovery post-arbitration is generally not permitted.

Judge Carlos will generally not permit additional discovery post arbitration.

Court will not entertain extension requests for dispositive motion or trial deadlines.

As it concerns discovery specific issues, the Court expects the Parties to engage in discovery promptly and diligently without delay. Although counsel may, independent of Court involvement, agree to extend the deadline to complete discovery in this case, the Court will not entertain any future requests for an extension of the deadlines to file dispositive motions and the trial deadlines, as set forth in this Order.

Initial extension requests are generally accommodated; subsequent requests are less likely to be granted.

Judge Brody is generally accommodating with respect to initial requests for extensions; she is less accommodating with respect to subsequent requests.

Continuances are unlikely once trial is set.

It is unlikely that Judge Brody will grant a continuance once a case has been set for trial.

Settlement conference continuances over 14 days require Judge Rufe's approval.

If for any reason counsel desires a continuance of a settlement conference listed before Judge Wells, counsel must contact Judge Wells’s Chambers directly. If, however, the requested continuance exceeds 14 days, counsel must receive Judge Rufe’s approval before contacting Judge Wells’s chambers.

Continuances exceeding 90 days are generally not considered.

will generally not consider any request for a continuance exceeding 90 days.

Judge Bartle is extremely reluctant to grant continuances, especially if...

Since trial dates are set well in advance, normally at the time of the initial conference, Judge Bartle is extremely reluctant to grant continuances - especially if the

Extensions/continuances require compelling reason and court approval.

Judge Padova has a general policy of adhering to originally scheduled dates unless a compelling reason is presented that justifies a change. This policy applies to briefing schedules, oral argument, evidentiary hearings, discovery deadlines and trial dates.

Rule 56 motions do not stay scheduling deadlines; extensions require letter or motion.

The pendency of a Rule 56 Motion does not stay the deadlines contained in the Court’s Scheduling Order. Counsel must apply by letter or by motion if they wish to seek an extension to the Scheduling Order deadlines.

Joint discovery continuances granted if made 7+ business days before deadline and don't impact key dates

Judge Henry will generally grant joint discovery continuance requests if (1) they do not impact key motions deadlines or trial dates, and (2) they are made at least seven (7) business days before the scheduled deadline.

Joint stipulation can extend Answer/Complaint deadline by up to 30 days; discovery extensions need not be filed.

The parties may jointly stipulate to extend the time to Answer or make a motion with respect to an initial Complaint by no more than 30 days. Such joint stipulation should be filed on the docket with a signature line provided for the judge. The parties may also jointly agree to extend discovery deadlines provided such agreement does not alter the dispositive motion deadline. This type of agreement need not be filed with the Court.

Discovery time calculated from Rule 16 Scheduling Order date, not conference date.

Parties are expected to begin discovery promptly after the issuance of the Order scheduling the Rule 16 Conference. The time for discovery will be calculated from the date the Rule 16 Scheduling Order is issued, NOT the date of the Rule 16 conference.

Default e-discovery order applies if parties cannot agree.

If e-discovery is an issue and counsel are unable to reach an agreement, a default e-discovery order will be entered, located here.

Virtual conferences via letter/email for straightforward disputes; motions for complex disputes.

For straightforward disputes, the parties may request a virtual conference via letter or email to Chambers. This correspondence should summarize the reason for the requested conference. A motion should be filed for disputes that require the Court to review extensive materials or for which the conflict cannot be addressed in a brief conference.

Suppression, Starks, and Daubert hearings held at least 14 days before trial.

The Court typically holds suppression, Starks, and Daubert hearings at least fourteen days prior to trial.

Joint continuance requests after first continuance can be emailed to Criminal Deputy Clerk.

If, after receiving a first continuance, counsel for both the Government and defense believe that good cause exists for an additional continuance, counsel may jointly submit a request for an additional continuance. No motion is necessary, and the request may be emailed in lieu of a motion. All continuance requests should be directed to the Criminal/Courtroom Deputy Clerk, Justin F. Wood at Justin_F_Wood@paed.uscourts.gov.

No fixed minimum advance notice period is imposed for continuance or extension requests.

Judge Wells does not impose any specific requirement as to how far in advance of a scheduled event counsel must request a continuance or extension.

Joint continuance or extension requests may be submitted by letter or conference call.

A joint continuance or extension request of the parties may be made by letter or conference call.

Flexible with continuances early in litigation, strict near trial.

Judge Wells’ general policy on continuances for briefing schedules, oral arguments, evidentiary hearings, and discovery deadlines is to be flexible during the initial stages of litigation, but strict as the trial date approaches.

No specific advance notice required for continuance requests.

Judge Wells does not impose any specific requirement as to how far in advance of a scheduled event counsel must request a continuance or extension. However, she expects such a request to be made as soon as the need becomes apparent and sufficiently in advance for the court to schedule a matter.

Discovery period typically 90-120 days, subject to extension.

Judge Straw normally permits from ninety (90) to one hundred and twenty days (21) for the completion of discovery; however, he will consider the informed view of counsel as to the time that will be required for discovery in a particular case.

Extension requests do not require a formal motion; contact the Deputy Clerk to arrange a conference.

Judge Sitarski will not require a formal motion seeking an extension, and will consider requests for extensions brought to the attention of her Deputy Clerk, who will set up either a telephone or chambers conference.

Final pretrial conference is held in person in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The final pretrial conference will take place in person in the U.S. Courthouse in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Discovery period is normally 90-120 days, with 120 days including expert examination.

Judge Carlos normally permits ninety (90) to one hundred and twenty (120) days for the completion of discovery. A discovery period of 120 days includes expert examination.

Additional discovery time allowed in complex cases or upon showing of need.

Additional time will be allowed in complex cases or upon a specific showing of need.

Judge encourages early essential discovery to foster settlement and minimize costs.

Judge Carlos will encourage that the most essential discovery be undertaken early in the case, so as to foster early settlement and minimize the costs of litigation.

Final pretrial conference is conducted on the record.

The conference will be conducted on the record.

Objections to videotape testimony not agreed upon will be reviewed at final pretrial conference.

Any objections made during the videotape testimony, where counsel are not able to reach agreement, will be reviewed during the final pretrial conference.

Court does not provide technology assistance for trial.

The Court does not provide technology assistance for trial.

Courtroom access arranged through Judge Carlos' deputy clerk.

Access to the courtroom may be arranged by contacting Judge Carlos' deputy clerk.

Letter requests acceptable for uncontested continuances of Rule 16 deadlines, pretrial conferences, or motion response extensions.

A letter request is acceptable when there is an uncontested request for a continuance of the Rule 16 Scheduling Order deadlines not affecting the trial date or pool placement; when the continuance of a preliminary pretrial conference is sought; or when there is an uncontested request for an extension of time to respond to a motion.

Discovery period typically 60-90 days from initial pretrial conference.

Judge Padova will set a discovery period. Judge Padova usually allows 60 to 90 days to complete discovery from the date of the initial pretrial conference.