Seventh Judicial District Court, Nebraska Filing Rules

Attorneys and parties must attend hearings in person unless Rule 7-10 permits otherwise.

Contempt proceedings are scheduled for the first Domestic Relations Day after 14 days have expired from filing.

Correspondence to the court about pending litigation must identify the case by title, number, and county.

At their discretion, District Court judges consult the listed judicial stakeholders when planning and implementing emergency modified court operations.

A copy of correspondence to the court about pending litigation must be mailed to opposing counsel or the pro se litigant.

Photocopies of public filings cost 25 cents per page.

In covered domestic relations actions without a timely stipulated parenting plan, parties must participate in mediation or specialized alternative dispute resolution, and no final hearing or trial may be held until mediation has been attempted, subject to the stated statutory exception.

Less experienced attorneys are to receive cases within their capabilities and an opportunity to expand their experience under supervision.