Judge Rodney Gilstrap's rule states these limits: 24 pages. Excludes attachments. Multiple Motions to Strike limited to 24 pages collectively; responses limited to 24 pages; replies/sur-replies limited to 10 pages collectively.
The rule requires local rule certificate. Requires notifying relevant parties of this order 30 days before jury selection
The rule requires judge name and case number. Parties must file notice within 3 days of learning of relevant determinations from related proceedings
Parties may contact Judge Rodney Gilstrap's juror by social media only as allowed by the rule. Prohibits sending access requests to jurors' social media accounts
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
Requires notifying relevant parties of this order 30 days before jury selection
Recognizes duty to gather information about jurors within ethical bounds
Prohibits sending access requests to jurors' social media accounts
Prohibits vexatious or harassing investigation of jurors
Prohibits communication with jurors or potential jurors except during official proceedings
Multiple Motions to Strike limited to 24 pages collectively; responses limited to 24 pages; replies/sur-replies limited to 10 pages collectively.
Motions to Strike limited to 12 pages (excluding attachments); responses limited to 12 pages; replies/sur-replies limited to 5 pages.
Example: Notify court within 3 days of PTAB decision on IPR/CBM/PGR petitions related to stay motions
Notice must be filed within 3 days of learning of relevant determination
Parties must file notice within 3 days of learning of relevant determinations from related proceedings