Judge Robbins Graham

Motions for summary judgment must be filed within the deadlines established by Louisiana Civil Code article 966 and following.

Motions for Summary Judgment must be filed within the delays provided by Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure Art. 966, et seq.

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All parties must submit a written quantum memorandum to the judge’s chambers 24 hours before the conference.

All parties shall to submit to the Judge’s chambers a written quantum memorandum 24 hours prior to the conference.

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Pre-trial outlines must be submitted to the judge’s chambers 48 hours before the trial date.

Pre-Trial Outlines are due to the Judge’s Chambers 48 hours prior to the trial date.

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Memoranda in opposition to rules must be filed 72 hours before the hearing.

Memoranda in Opposition to Rules are due 72 hours prior to hearing as required by Rule 8 of the Local Rules.

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A party seeking a continuance of a trial date must file a written motion to continue.

Any party moving for a continuance of a trial date must file a written Motion to Continue.

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A continuance will not be granted when discovery is incomplete.

Continuances will NOT be granted because discovery is not complete.

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Continuances are rarely granted, generally for emergencies, and require a motion to continue stating the reason and whether opposing counsel objects.

Continuances are rarely granted and generally for emergencies only. Because the parties have certified that their case would be ready for trial on the date selected, good reason must be shown before a continuance will be considered. A Motion to Continue must be filed with an explanation of the reason a continuance is necessary as well as a statement as to whether opposing counsel has an objection to the Continuance.

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