Court Rules
Common questions about Judge Rodney Gilstrap's rules

What page or word limits apply to motion to strike before Judge Rodney Gilstrap?

Judge Rodney Gilstrap's rule states these limits: 12 pages. Excludes attachments. Motions to Strike limited to 12 pages (excluding attachments); responses limited to 12 pages; replies/sur-replies limited to 5 pages.

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What must be included with jury investigation filings before Judge Rodney Gilstrap?

The rule requires local rule certificate. Prohibits vexatious or harassing investigation of jurors

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 2

What must be included with formal notice filings before Judge Rodney Gilstrap?

The rule requires judge name and case number. Parties must file notice within 3 days of learning of relevant determinations from related proceedings

View ruleSource: page 1, section STANDING ORDER

How may parties contact Judge Rodney Gilstrap's chambers?

Parties may contact Judge Rodney Gilstrap's juror by all only as allowed by the rule. Prohibits communication with jurors or potential jurors except during official proceedings

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 1

How do I request an adjournment or extension before Judge Rodney Gilstrap?

Requests should be made at least 3 calendar days in advance when this rule applies before Judge Rodney Gilstrap. Notice must be filed within 3 days of learning of relevant determination

View ruleSource: page 1, section STANDING ORDER
Complete rules summary for Judge Rodney Gilstrap

Prohibits communication with jurors or potential jurors except during official proceedings

Prohibits vexatious or harassing investigation of jurors

Prohibits sending access requests to jurors' social media accounts

Recognizes duty to gather information about jurors within ethical bounds

Requires notifying relevant parties of this order 30 days before jury selection

Motions to Strike limited to 12 pages (excluding attachments); responses limited to 12 pages; replies/sur-replies limited to 5 pages.

Multiple Motions to Strike limited to 24 pages collectively; responses limited to 24 pages; replies/sur-replies limited to 10 pages collectively.

Parties must file notice within 3 days of learning of relevant determinations from related proceedings

Notice must be filed within 3 days of learning of relevant determination

Example: Notify court within 3 days of PTAB decision on IPR/CBM/PGR petitions related to stay motions

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