Judge Edward J. Joseph Rules & Standing Orders | Court Rules

Limits & Logistics

Document Limits

Motion Papers

20 pgs

Judge Copy

75 pgs

Brief SummaryCourt-wide

40 pgs

Courtesy Copies

Filings > 75 pages

1 copy

Motion for Reconsideration, Jury Instructions, Trial Brief, Appeal

Motion, Joint Final Pretrial Order, Trial Brief, Jury Instructions, Appeal, Motion for Reconsideration

Email

Communication

Email

Clerk

katrina.ross@3rdcc.org

Scheduling

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Page & Word Limits2 rules

Page LimitsMandatoryCivil cases

For Motions and Responses that exceed 75 pages an additional Judge's Copy of such Motion or Response shall be filed which is limited to 75 pages including any exhibits submitted with the Motion.

Applies to

More than 75 pages

Judge copy: Up to 75 pages

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Page LimitsMandatoryCivil cases

Pursuant to MCR 2.119(A)(2)(a), a 20-page limit applies to each motion and response, which includes the accompanying brief. Reply briefs are limited to 5 pages.

Motion: Up to 20 pages
Response: Up to 20 pages
Reply brief: Up to 5 pages

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Document Format Requirements1 rule

FormattingImportantCivil cases

Regarding exhibits, only include the specific pages needed for review in connection with the motion, not an entire transcript or pleading.

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Document Filing Requirements5 rules

Filing RequirementsMandatoryCivil cases

In addition, Motions for Reconsideration also require that an e-Praecipe is filed. As no hearing is scheduled for such motions, please enter the next business day as the motion date and a motion time of 9:00am.

Wayne:d861e56668d87183c4ec93af|SectionAPPEALS AND MOTIONS FOR RECONSIDERATION

Filing RequirementsMandatoryCivil cases

A praecipe and notice of hearing must be submitted for each motion and adjourned date.

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Filing RequirementsMandatoryCivil cases

Orders for Alternate Service submitted for electronic signature should have a copy of the postal check and affidavit attached.

Wayne:d861e56668d87183c4ec93af|SectionSTATUS CONFERENCE

Filing RequirementsMandatoryCivil cases

Praecipe and Notice of Hearing date will be the first day of trial. No exceptions.

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Filing RequirementsMandatoryCivil cases

When a date has been given, please file the praecipe and notice of hearing.

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Filing & Service rules

Filing Timing and Cure Windows

Confidential exhibits and GAL reports must be submitted to the Court no later than 7 days before the hearing.

Confidential Exhibits- Any Confidential Exhibits and GAL Reports are to be submitted to the Court no later than 7 days prior to the hearing date.

Civil cases

Page 1 | MOTIONS FOR APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT

Motions in limine must be filed 30 days before the trial date.

All Motions in Limine must be filed 30 days prior to trial date.

Civil cases

Page 1 | MOTION PRACTICE

Motions for summary disposition must be filed within 30 days after discovery closes.

All Motions for Summary Disposition shall be filed within 30 days after close of discovery.

Civil cases

Page 1 | MOTION PRACTICE

Courtesy Copy Requirements

If a motion or response exceeds 75 pages, one additional Judge's Copy must be filed.

For Motions and Responses that exceed 75 pages an additional Judge's Copy of such Motion or Response shall be filed which is limited to 75 pages including any exhibits submitted with the Motion.

Civil cases

Page 1 | MOTION PRACTICE

Paper copies should be sent for motions for reconsideration, jury instructions, trial briefs, and appeals; other motions do not require a paper copy.

In addition, paper copies should be sent to the Court for motions for reconsideration, jury instructions, trial briefs and appeals. All other motions do not require a paper copy.

Civil cases

Page 1 | CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE COURT

Copies of motions, joint final pretrial orders, trial briefs, jury instructions, appeals, and motions for reconsideration should also be emailed to the courtroom.

In addition to e-file, copies of all motions, joint final pretrial orders, trial briefs, jury instructions, appeals and motions for reconsideration should be emailed to the courtroom at JudgeJoseph-Court@3rdcc.org.

Civil cases

Page 1 | CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE COURT

Adjournment & Extension Requirements

An adjournment from Track #1 to Track #2 may be submitted by stipulation and order.

Adjournment from Track #1 to Track #2 may be submitted by stipulation and order.

Civil cases

Page 1 | STATUS CONFERENCE

The parties may stipulate to continue discovery up to case evaluation.

In addition, parties may stipulate to continue discovery up to case evaluation.

Civil cases

Page 1 | STATUS CONFERENCE

Chambers Communication Rules

Contact the Administrative Assistant immediately after filing an appeal or motion for reconsideration so the Court receives notice.

Please contact the Administrative Assistant immediately upon filing, to ensure that the Court receives notice of the filing.

Civil cases

Page 1 | APPEALS AND MOTIONS FOR RECONSIDERATION

After filing a motion for summary disposition, email the Judicial Assistant to request a motion date and include a copy of the motion.

After filing the MSD please email the Judicial Assistant for a motion date and include a copy of the motion as well.

Civil cases

Page 1 | MOTION PRACTICE

To obtain a hearing date for a default judgment motion not based on a sum certain, contact the court clerk by email.

If your motion seeks a Default Judgment which is not based on a sum certain, please contact the court clerk, Katrina Ross at Katrina.Ross@3rdcc.org to obtain a hearing date.

Civil cases

Page 1 | MOTIONS FOR DEFAULT JUDGMENT

Do not use the courtroom email for other correspondence; use the listed email addresses for the administrative assistant and courtroom clerk.

PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS EMAIL FOR ANY OTHER CORRESPONDENCE, BUT RATHER, USE THE EMAILS LISTED ABOVE FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AND COURTROOM CLERK.

Civil cases

Page 1 | CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE COURT

All parties should immediately notify the Court of any settlement reached.

All parties should immediately notify the Court of any settlement reached.

Civil cases

Page 1 | SETTLEMENT CONFERENCES

Court-wide rules

Applies court-wide

These 66 rules apply across Third Judicial Circuit Court of Michigan. Where this judge's own standing orders above address the same topic, the judge's requirement controls.

Filing Requirements

Applies to
Brief summary
The mediator may require each party to submit a brief summary not to exceed 40 pages inclusive of summary and exhibits outlining the disputed facts and issues in the case.
Applies to
Mediation status report or failure to appear report
At the end of mediation, the mediator must deliver a completed status or failure-to-appear report to the judge, limited to the specified participation and case-status information.
Applies to
Adr order
An ADR referral order must provide for selection of the provider, timing, and payment, and may require attendance.

Filing Timing

Parties may object to the designated mediator and stipulate to an alternate within 14 days of the mediation order.
Parties may stipulate in writing to an alternate mediator within 14 days of the mediation order.
Parties may present a stipulated order to amend the pleadings and transfer the case within 14 days of the mediation order.

Fees

The mediator may charge reasonable compensation based on experience and usual rates for a mediation of up to two hours, and each party is responsible for a pro-rata share unless otherwise provided.
Each party must pay any deposit or cancellation fee set by the mediator directly to the assigned mediator at the time the mediator directs.
Fee
100
Parties who enter an order settling or removing the case from mediation and give the mediator at least five days' written notice owe no mediation fee; without timely notice, each party owes a $100 cancellation fee.

Service

Applies to
Order for mediation
Service
Electronic service to all parties
The Court must electronically serve the Order for Mediation on the parties unless a party has been excused from eFiling.
The ADR Clerk must promptly send the affected counsel or self-represented party a fee-demand letter by first-class mail or email.
Applies to
Order
Service
Mail
The ADR Clerk must serve the order and amount-owing certification by first-class mail and file a certificate of mailing with the court clerk.

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About Judge Edward J. Joseph

Edward J. Joseph is a judge on the Third Judicial Circuit Court of Michigan, the state trial court serving Wayne County.

This judge's procedures are published through the court's general rules.

Common questions about Judge Edward J. Joseph's rules

Are courtesy copies required for Judge Edward J. Joseph?

Courtesy-copy rule applies for motions, joint final pretrial orders, trial briefs, jury instructions, appeals, and motion for reconsiderations. Details: by email. Copies of motions, joint final pretrial orders, trial briefs, jury instructions, appeals, and motions for reconsideration should also be emailed to the courtroom.

View ruleSource: page 1, section CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE COURT

What page or word limits apply to motion papers before Judge Edward J. Joseph?

Judge Edward J. Joseph's rule states these limits: 20 pages; 20 pages; 5 pages. Each motion and response, including its accompanying brief, is limited to 20 pages; reply briefs are limited to 5 pages.

View ruleSource: page 1, section MOTION PRACTICE

What page or word limits apply to judge copy before Judge Edward J. Joseph?

Judge Edward J. Joseph's rule states these limits: 75 pages. The additional Judge's Copy is limited to 75 pages, including exhibits submitted with the motion.

View ruleSource: page 1, section MOTION PRACTICE

What must be included with order for alternate service filings before Judge Edward J. Joseph?

Orders for Alternate Service submitted for electronic signature should have a copy of the postal check and affidavit attached.

View ruleSource: page 1, section STATUS CONFERENCE

What must be included with motion filings before Judge Edward J. Joseph?

A praecipe and notice of hearing must be submitted for each motion and adjourned date.

View ruleSource: page 1, section MOTION PRACTICE

How may parties contact Judge Edward J. Joseph's chambers?

After filing a motion for summary disposition, email the Judicial Assistant to request a motion date and include a copy of the motion.

View ruleSource: page 1, section MOTION PRACTICE

How do I request an adjournment or extension before Judge Edward J. Joseph?

An adjournment from Track #1 to Track #2 may be submitted by stipulation and order.

View ruleSource: page 1, section STATUS CONFERENCE

What filing deadlines does Judge Edward J. Joseph set?

Motions for summary disposition must be filed within 30 days after discovery closes.

View ruleSource: page 1, section MOTION PRACTICE

Complete rules summary for Judge Edward J. Joseph

Copies of motions, joint final pretrial orders, trial briefs, jury instructions, appeals, and motions for reconsideration should also be emailed to the courtroom.

Paper copies should be sent for motions for reconsideration, jury instructions, trial briefs, and appeals; other motions do not require a paper copy.

Do not use the courtroom email for other correspondence; use the listed email addresses for the administrative assistant and courtroom clerk.

An adjournment from Track #1 to Track #2 may be submitted by stipulation and order.

The parties may stipulate to continue discovery up to case evaluation.

Orders for Alternate Service submitted for electronic signature should have a copy of the postal check and affidavit attached.

A praecipe and notice of hearing must be submitted for each motion and adjourned date.

Motions for summary disposition must be filed within 30 days after discovery closes.

After filing a motion for summary disposition, email the Judicial Assistant to request a motion date and include a copy of the motion.

After a motion for summary disposition receives a date, file the praecipe and notice of hearing.

Motions in limine must be filed 30 days before the trial date.

For a motion in limine, the praecipe and notice of hearing date must be the first day of trial; there are no exceptions.

Each motion and response, including its accompanying brief, is limited to 20 pages; reply briefs are limited to 5 pages.

Motion exhibits should include only the specific pages needed for review, not an entire transcript or pleading.

If a motion or response exceeds 75 pages, one additional Judge's Copy must be filed.

The additional Judge's Copy is limited to 75 pages, including exhibits submitted with the motion.

Confidential exhibits and GAL reports must be submitted to the Court no later than 7 days before the hearing.

To obtain a hearing date for a default judgment motion not based on a sum certain, contact the court clerk by email.

Contact the Administrative Assistant immediately after filing an appeal or motion for reconsideration so the Court receives notice.

File an e-Praecipe for a motion for reconsideration and enter the next business day as the motion date and 9:00 a.m. as the motion time.

All parties should immediately notify the Court of any settlement reached.

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