Court Rules
Common questions about Judge William Matthewman's rules

Does Judge William Matthewman require a pre-motion conference or letter before filing a motion?

The rule does not state that a pre-motion letter is required, but it sets the applicable pre-motion procedure. Parties must confer in person or by phone before filing discovery motion.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Pre-hearing Communication

What page or word limits apply to discovery motion before Judge William Matthewman?

Judge William Matthewman's rule states these limits: 5 pages. Discovery motions and sanctions motions limited to 5 pages.

View ruleSource: page 2, section Discovery Motions and Discovery-Related Sanctions Motions

What page or word limits apply to response before Judge William Matthewman?

Judge William Matthewman's rule states these limits: 5 pages. Response to discovery motion limited to 5 pages, due within 5 business days.

View ruleSource: page 2, section Discovery Motions and Discovery-Related Sanctions Motions

What must be included with discovery motion filings before Judge William Matthewman?

The rule requires exhibits. Moving party must attach relevant discovery materials as exhibits.

View ruleSource: page 2, section Discovery Motions and Discovery-Related Sanctions Motions
Complete rules summary for Judge William Matthewman

Discovery motions and sanctions motions limited to 5 pages.

Response to discovery motion limited to 5 pages, due within 5 business days.

Reply to discovery motion limited to 5 pages, due within 3 business days.

Moving party must attach relevant discovery materials as exhibits.

Certificate of Conferral required at end of motion above signature block.

Parties must confer in person or by phone before filing discovery motion.

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