Judge Heather Perry

A matter will not be scheduled for hearing until the motion or other documentation and all relevant supporting documents have been filed with the Clerk of Court.

Applies to

Findings of fact conclusions of law and proposed order

(5) In all uncontested matters, the findings of fact, conclusions of law, and proposed order should be filed with the Clerk of Court no later than forty-eight (48) hours before the Court is to hear the matter, unless not reasonable to do so.

Applies to

Filing

When a filing needs the Court's immediate attention, the filer should check the “emergency filing” box in e-filing.

Deadline

48 hours

(5) In all uncontested matters, the findings of fact, conclusions of law, and proposed order should be filed with the Clerk of Court no later than forty-eight (48) hours before the Court is to hear the matter, unless not reasonable to do so.

If leave to amend or supplement is granted, the party must promptly file the pleading.

Parties must comply with the specific dates in the Court's scheduling orders.

Recording or photography during court sessions or recesses requires the presiding judge’s prior written permission, requested through the Clerk of Court’s Office.

Counsel may present an otherwise-uncovered emergency or a request for relief from these rules to the Court for consideration.

Counsel must notify the Court in writing if a matter becomes contested.

Applies to

Document offered for filing

Documents offered for filing, except complaints, must include complete documentation of service; noncompliant documents may not be considered and may be rejected and returned.

If the original is not served the same day as the facsimile or electronic transmission, the transmitted document must be served as Rule 5 of the Montana Rules of Civil Procedure provides.

Proposed jury instructions must be served on opposing counsel.