Judge Kristin J. Clouse

Applies to

Entry of appearance

Upon being retained, counsel must file a written entry of appearance unless the appearance is apparent from filed pleadings.

Applies to

Pleadings and entry of appearance

Counsel must include specified office and contact information on pleadings and in the entry of appearance.

Applies to

Motion to withdraw

Counsel must remain of record until the time to appeal expires unless the Court relieves counsel upon written motion and notice.

Unless otherwise specified, counsel must meet in chambers at 8:30 a.m. to discuss preliminary matters, motions, and jury instructions.

If a case is settled, the parties must notify the Court and Circuit Clerk before 3:30 p.m. on the business day before trial.

If a case scheduled for trial settles, the parties must notify the Court and Circuit Clerk before 3:30 p.m. on the preceding business day.

Motions may not be filed on the morning of trial without leave of the Court.

Counsel may tender proposed jury instructions at any time before trial begins.

A defendant may file a Motion to Enter a Guilty Plea before trial, and it will be heard on the presiding judge's next available criminal docket.

Applies to

Motion to withdraw

A copy of a motion to withdraw must be served upon the client.

Applies to

Motion and order of sale

Motions for default or summary judgment and the order of sale must be served on the Master Commissioner by fax, email, or U.S. Mail when filed.

Applies to

Default judgment application

A copy of the default-judgment application must be delivered to the defendant at the last known address at least three days before the hearing.