Court Rules
Common questions about Judge Ketu Shah's rules

What must be included with filings before Judge Ketu Shah?

The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Non-dispositive motions are considered without oral argument unless a party requests oral argument and the court deems it necessary; request must be indicated on the front page of the motion or opposition.

How may parties contact Judge Ketu Shah's chambers?

Judge Ketu Shah's rules specify how parties may contact chambers. Notify the court immediately if your case settles or you need to strike a motion.

When is a filing treated as filed before Judge Ketu Shah?

The rule addresses filing timing, filing status, or cure windows. Dispositive motions are typically heard on Fridays; request a hearing by email or phone; email request must include case name, cause number, names and emails of all parties, type of hearing, and dates requested; typically 1 hour allotted.

Complete rules summary for Judge Ketu Shah

Non-dispositive motions are considered without oral argument unless a party requests oral argument and the court deems it necessary; request must be indicated on the front page of the motion or opposition.

Dispositive motions are typically heard on Fridays; request a hearing by email or phone; email request must include case name, cause number, names and emails of all parties, type of hearing, and dates requested; typically 1 hour allotted.

Notify the court immediately if your case settles or you need to strike a motion.

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