Judge Travis Semora

Applies to

Civil jury trial request

A request for a civil jury trial must be submitted in writing.

Applies to

Jury trial demand withdrawal

A jury-trial request cannot be withdrawn without written approval from both parties.

Applies to

Original document submitted for file stamped copy return

A party requesting mailed return of file-stamped copies must include a self-addressed, postage-paid envelope with the original filing.

Applies to

Jury trial request

An untimely jury demand waives the right to a jury trial unless the presiding judge excuses the late filing for good cause.

Applies to

Jury trial request

A civil jury-trial request must be written and filed at least 14 days before the scheduled trial date.

Deadline

10 business days

A motion to retain must be filed at least 10 business days before the scheduled dismissal date.

The court verifies a reported trial conflict and resets the case upon confirmation; without confirmation, it may proceed without further notice, and the attorney must ensure the reset motion was granted.

A continuance request must be submitted in writing at least three business days before trial or hearing, unless its grounds arose later.

The court may grant or deny a continuance motion with or without holding a hearing.

In Justice Court suits, parties must provide enough copies of petitions and accompanying filed documents for all parties being served.

A copy of a transfer order must be delivered to each party or the party’s attorney of record.

The written objection basis must be provided to the Court and opposing party.