Courtesy copies are required when a filing is > 10 pages. Details: 1 copy, delivery upon filing, by hand delivery. Courtesy copies required for submissions over 10 pages.
Judge Jeannice W. Appenteng's rule states these limits: 6 pages. Excludes exhibits. Settlement letters limited to 6 pages double-spaced (excluding exhibits).
Judge Jeannice W. Appenteng's formatting rule includes file format computer or tablet and cell phones prohibited. Cell phones prohibited for videoconference participation.
The rule requires attendance with full settlement authority. Parties with full settlement authority must attend settlement conference.
Parties may contact Judge Jeannice W. Appenteng's chambers by email only as allowed by the rule. The rule lists email Settlement_Correspondence_Appenteng@ilnd.uscourts.gov. Parties must email settlement letters to chambers on same day as opposing counsel with specific subject line format.
The rule does not state that a motion to seal is required for the covered filing process. Settlement conference statements are confidential and inadmissible at trial under Local Rule 83.5.
Requests should be made at least 10 calendar days in advance when this rule applies before Judge Jeannice W. Appenteng. The request must include reason for request and proposed rescheduled date. Settlement conference rescheduling requires written motion filed 10 days in advance with full explanation.
Parties must email settlement letters to chambers on same day as opposing counsel with specific subject line format.
Settlement letters must be emailed to specific address and are not part of court record.
Settlement letters limited to 6 pages double-spaced (excluding exhibits).
Courtesy copies required for submissions over 10 pages.
Parties with full settlement authority must attend settlement conference.
Parties must attend in person or via videoconference, not by phone.
Cell phones prohibited for videoconference participation.
Settlement conference rescheduling requires written motion filed 10 days in advance with full explanation.
Settlement conference statements are confidential and inadmissible at trial under Local Rule 83.5.
Parties must address each other with courtesy and respect while speaking frankly during settlement conference.
Parties must email Courtroom Deputy if settlement conference is no longer necessary.