Court Rules
Common questions about Judge David G. Estudillo's rules

Does Judge David G. Estudillo require a pre-motion conference or letter before filing a motion?

Judge David G. Estudillo's rules set a pre-motion procedure for discovery. Discovery motions prohibited until status conference on discovery dispute.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Joint Discovery Dispute Statement

What page or word limits apply to joint discovery dispute statement before Judge David G. Estudillo?

Judge David G. Estudillo's rule states these limits: 3 pages. Joint discovery dispute statement limited to 3 pages.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Joint Discovery Dispute Statement

What formatting rules apply to filings before Judge David G. Estudillo?

Judge David G. Estudillo's formatting rule includes other font, 12 point type, single spacing. Professional attire required for video appearances.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Video Appearances

How may parties contact Judge David G. Estudillo's chambers?

Parties may contact Judge David G. Estudillo's chambers by video conference only as allowed by the rule. Video participants must conduct themselves as if physically present.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Video Appearances
Complete rules summary for Judge David G. Estudillo

Video appearances are a privilege, not a right, allowing remote participation.

Video participants must conduct themselves as if physically present.

Attorneys must appear on camera and have technical capability; inform court if unable.

Professional attire required for video appearances.

Attorneys must appear from proper location with lighting, no distractions, not from vehicles.

Video conference login details limited to client and relevant staff only.

Discovery motions prohibited until status conference on discovery dispute.

Joint discovery dispute statement limited to 3 pages.

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