Judge Courtney Arkeen

Applies to

Media coverage notice

Media must submit a written coverage request to the Court Coordinator at least 72 hours in advance, specifying the requested coverage and locations, signed by each agency’s agent, and acknowledging receipt of the rules.

Applies to

Interim order

For some interim orders, counsel may use a pre-printed form or prepare an order independently.

Applies to

Final order

When the court renders an oral final order, a party must prepare a written final order that complies with the court’s ruling.

A written motion to retain must be filed before the dismissal date stated in the notice or the case will be dismissed.

An attorney who settles or dismisses a case set for trial must notify the court as soon as possible, and final judgment must be entered within 30 days after settlement.

Unless the Court orders otherwise, the parties must submit a written final judgment or order indicating whether all parties approve it as to form or substance within 30 days after a specified settlement, rendition, or verdict.

Contact

Phone

If a motion for ex parte relief and proposed order are submitted through e-filing, call or email the Court Coordinator to request action on the request.

A party who is not setting the proceeding but later determines an interpreter is needed must notify the Court at least three business days before the proceeding.

Please contact the Court Coordinator before the court proceeding date to ensure the child interview is properly scheduled on the Court's calendar.

Attorneys must use the State-mandated electronic e-filing system.

Self-represented litigants must e-file if direct filing with the District Clerk is unavailable.

Self-represented litigants may e-file or file documents directly with the District Clerk, subject to the Clerk’s discretion.