Eastern District of Virginia Local Rules and Judge Filing Requirements
Filing requirements from local rules, individual practices, standing orders, and published court policies for Eastern District of Virginia
Federal court local rules are only the first layer. These filing requirements come from individual judges' practices, standing orders, and policies published by the Eastern District of Virginia. They supplement the district local rules and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Requirements vary significantly between judges in the same district, so always verify the specific rules for your assigned judge.
- Judge David J. Novak
In Social Security appeals, counsel must first address relevant Fourth Circuit authority and must state when none exists before citing sister-circuit law.
- Judge Leonie M. Brinkema
Probation Office must prepare and file sealed recalculation worksheets for eligible defendants.
- Senior Judge Rebecca Beach Smith
Court registry deposits require a signed court order from the presiding judge.
- Magistrate Judge Summer L. Speight
Local Rule 7(E) does not apply; parties need not file a hearing request or waiver, and the Court will determine if a hearing is necessary after reviewing briefs.
- Chief Judge M. Hannah Lauck
Local Rule 7(E) does not apply; no hearing required unless Court determines necessary.
- Magistrate Judge Summer L. Speight
Local Rule 7(E) does not apply; hearings scheduled only if necessary after brief review.
- Judge Roderick C. Young
Rule 7(E) does not apply; motions will not be deemed withdrawn for lack of hearing request or waiver, and the Court will decide whether to schedule a hearing after reviewing briefs.