Eastern District of Pennsylvania Adjournment & Extension Requirements

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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

Source text: 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

Source text: 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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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

Source text: 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

Source text: 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

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

Pretrial memoranda must be filed 7 days before pretrial conference

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Rule 26(f) meeting must occur at least 10 days before Rule 16 conference.

Source text: A Rule 26(f) meeting shall take place as soon as possible, and at least ten days prior to the Rule 16 conference.

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

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

Continuance requests must be filed 14 calendar days before trial date

Source text: 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

Source text: 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

Source text: 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

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

Continuance motions must include proposed order consistent with Speedy Trial Act

Source text: 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

Source text: 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.

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

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

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

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

Continuance/extension requests must be emailed to Chambers with specific subject line, include opposing counsel's position, and be made at least 7 days before deadline unless good cause shown.

Source text: Judge Wolson is reluctant to grant continuances of trial dates and other scheduled court events and will only do so in extreme circumstances. Judge Wolson will consider other requests for extensions on an appropriate showing of good cause. Requests for continuances or extensions may be made by letter, which can be emailed to Chambers. 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 deadline or include a showing of good cause as to why the Party making the request could not comply with that requirement.

Continuance requests must be filed 14 days before trial or show good cause.

Source text: Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen (14) days in advance of the scheduled trial date or show good cause why the request was not made

Pre-trial conferences must be scheduled at least 3 days before trial.

Source text: Pre-trial conferences with counsel will occur at least three (3) days prior to trial.

Sentencing motions must be filed at least 7 days before sentencing.

Source text: Sentencing motions and supporting memoranda must be filed at least seven (7) days prior to the scheduled sentencing date.

Responses to sentencing motions must be filed at least 3 days before sentencing.

Source text: Responses to any sentencing motions must be filed at least three (3) days prior to the scheduled sentencing date.

Sentencing memoranda must be filed at least 7 days before sentencing; responses at least 3 days before.

Source text: Sentencing memoranda (exclusive of motions) must be filed no later than seven (7) days prior to the scheduled sentencing date, and any response(s) thereto must be filed at least three (3) days prior to the scheduled sentencing date.

No continuances exceeding 90 days will be considered.

Source text: Judge Wolson will not consider any request for a continuance exceeding ninety (90) days.

Requests for continuances or extensions must be made at least 7 days before the deadline (or show good cause), emailed to Chambers with specific subject line wording, and must state opposing counsel's position.

Source text: Judge Wolson is reluctant to grant continuances of trial dates and other scheduled court events and will only do so in extreme circumstances. Judge Wolson will consider other requests for extensions on an appropriate showing of good cause. Requests for continuances or extensions may be made by letter, which can be emailed to Chambers. 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 deadline or include a showing of good cause as to why the Party making the request could not comply with that requirement.

Continuance requests require 14 days notice or good cause, proposed order with Speedy Trial Act findings, and speedy trial waiver.

Source text: Any request for a continuance must be filed no later than fourteen (14) days in advance of the scheduled trial date or show good cause why the request was not made the request. Any such motion must be accompanied by a proposed order consistent with the requirements of the Speedy Trial Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3161. The order shall 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. Any motion for a continuance of a trial date must be accompanied with a speedy trial waiver.

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

Source text: 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.

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

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

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

Criminal continuance requests must be filed 14 days in advance, state reasons, length ≤120 days, include speedy trial waiver and proposed order.

Source text: 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. Any such motion must be accompanied by a speedy trial waiver consent form (found on Judge Scott’s Court website) signed by the defendant(s) and defendant(s) attorney(s), together with proposed form order consistent with the requirements of the Speedy Trial Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3161(h)(8), and must include a proposed finding explaining in reasonable detail why the ends of justice served by granting the

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

Source text: 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.

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

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

Continuance requests by letter are not permitted

Source text: Requests by letter are not permitted.

Defendant must provide signed Speedy Trial Act waiver or continuance hearing will be scheduled

Source text: The defendant must provide a signed waiver of Speedy Trial Act rights or a continuance hearing will be scheduled.

Continuance requests must be filed at least 14 days before trial as motions with reasons, accompanied by a proposed order consistent with the Speedy Trial Act; letters are prohibited.

Source text: 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.

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

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

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

Source text: 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.

Extension/continuance requests must be emailed in advance with detailed basis, party positions, and suggested new dates.

Source text: 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).

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

Source text: 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.

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

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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

Source text: 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

Source text: 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.

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

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

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Extension stipulations must be emailed to Chambers and require court approval.

Source text: If counsel agree to extend a specific deadline, they should email a Stipulation to Chambers and cite these Guidelines. Such Stipulations will be honored unless they are patently unreasonable and interfere with the orderly progress of the case.

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

Source text: 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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

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

Requests to exceed page limits must be made 7 days before due date via email to Chambers with "page limits" in subject line.

Source text: Judge Wolson must receive any request to exceed an applicable page limit at least seven (7) days before the filing is due. Counsel may make such a request via letter emailed to Chambers with the words “page limits” in the subject line. Counsel making such a request should confer with opposing counsel and set forth opposing counsel’s position in the letter.

Sentencing continuances discouraged, granted only for good cause, and limited to maximum of 90 days.

Source text: Judge Wolson discourages requests for continuances of sentencing and will continue a sentencing for good cause only. Judge Wolson will not consider any request for a continuance exceeding ninety (90) days.

After initial 90-day continuance, additional continuances require joint written request stating good cause, with 45-day joint status updates required if granted.

Source text: In the rare event of a ninety-day continuance, if counsel for both the Government and the defendant(s) believe that good cause exists for an additional continuance beyond the initial ninety-day period, then counsel may jointly request in writing an additional continuance. Any such request must state why good cause exists. If Judge Wolson grants such a request, counsel shall be required to submit in writing a joint status update every forty-five (45) days until judgment of sentence is entered.

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

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

Multiple continuance requests are strongly discouraged.

Source text: Multiple continuance requests are strongly discouraged.

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: Unopposed extension requests are not automatically granted.

Multiple continuance requests in criminal cases are strongly discouraged.

Source text: Multiple continuance requests are strongly discouraged.

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

Source text: 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.

Extension requests require a letter via email with basis and opposing position; unopposed requests need signed stipulation; 2 business day notice required for guaranteed decision.

Source text: 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. 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 as early as the need for an extension is known. If the stipulation 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.

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

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

Extensions/continuances for trial dates or dispositive motion deadlines are rarely granted and may require a hearing.

Source text: 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.

If settlement unlikely, request video conference at least 1 week before scheduled settlement conference.

Source text: If settlement is not a real possibility (e.g., if the defendant will not make an offer or will offer only nuisance value), counsel shall notify the Court (jointly or individually) by a call or email to request a brief video conference regarding the lack of settlement possibility at least one week before the scheduled settlement conference.

Adjournments for authority may result in sanctions and attorney's fees.

Source text: 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.

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

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

Additional discovery post-arbitration is generally not permitted.

Source text: Judge Carlos will generally not permit additional discovery post arbitration.

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

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

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: The conference will be conducted on the record.

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

Source text: 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.

Source text: The Court does not provide technology assistance for trial.

Courtroom access arranged through Judge Carlos' deputy clerk.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.

Source text: 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.