The rule requires local rule certificate. Motions for expedited discovery, TRO, or preliminary injunction must demonstrate personal jurisdiction.
The rule requires local rule certificate. Foreign language exhibits require admissible English translation, not Google Translate.
Parties may contact Judge Joan B. Gottschall's chambers by teleconference only as allowed by the rule. Preliminary injunction hearings scheduled Wednesdays/Fridays at 10:30 AM via teleconference unless good cause shown.
Requests should be made at least 12 calendar days in advance when this rule applies before Judge Joan B. Gottschall. Written responses/requests for hearing due 12 days after TRO entry; hearing cancelled if none received.
Motions for expedited discovery, TRO, or preliminary injunction must demonstrate personal jurisdiction.
Citing images alone is insufficient to demonstrate likelihood of success on merits.
Foreign language exhibits require admissible English translation, not Google Translate.
Third parties cannot be named as in active concert without proof and notice.
Plaintiff must show reasonable diligence in identifying defendant's address before alternative service.
Preliminary injunction hearings scheduled Wednesdays/Fridays at 10:30 AM via teleconference unless good cause shown.
TROs must advise defendants of hearing date/time and response procedures.
PI motion due 3 business days before hearing (preceding Friday if Wednesday hearing); certificate of service required.
Written responses/requests for hearing due 12 days after TRO entry; hearing cancelled if none received.
Hearing requests via email to Chambers_Gottschall@ilnd.uscourts.gov with all counsel copied.
TRO extensions must include the language from paragraph 8.
Certificate of service required with motions for TRO extensions.