Court Rules
Common questions about Judge Marsha J. Pechman's rules

Are courtesy copies required for Judge Marsha J. Pechman?

Courtesy copies are required when a filing is > 50 pages. Details: 1 copy, delivery upon filing, by chambers drop off. Courtesy copy required for documents over 50 pages filed via CM/ECF.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Courtesy Copies

Does Judge Marsha J. Pechman require a pre-motion conference or letter before filing a motion?

Yes. A pre-motion letter is required for discovery. Good faith meet and confer required before filing motions to compel.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Motions to Compel

What formatting rules apply to filings before Judge Marsha J. Pechman?

Judge Marsha J. Pechman's formatting rule includes times new roman font, 12 point type. All pleadings must be in 12-point Times New Roman font.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Formatting

What must be included with motion filings before Judge Marsha J. Pechman?

The rule requires proposed order. Proposed order required with any motion requiring Court's signature.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Formatting

What must be included with jury instructions filings before Judge Marsha J. Pechman?

The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Counsel must comply with all procedures in Local Rule 51.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Proposed Jury Instructions

How may parties contact Judge Marsha J. Pechman's chambers?

Parties may contact Judge Marsha J. Pechman's chambers by phone only as allowed by the rule. All cellular phones and wireless devices must be turned off or in airplane mode during proceedings.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Courtroom Decorum

Does Judge Marsha J. Pechman encourage junior lawyer participation?

Yes. Judge Marsha J. Pechman's rules include a junior lawyer participation incentive. Oral argument granted when Court needs clarification or when opposing party likely to lose.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Oral Argument
Complete rules summary for Judge Marsha J. Pechman

Proposed order required with any motion requiring Court's signature.

All pleadings must be in 12-point Times New Roman font.

Good faith meet and confer required before filing motions to compel.

Good faith meet and confer required before filing motions in limine.

Courtesy copy required for documents over 50 pages filed via CM/ECF.

Courtesy copies must be three-hole punched, tabbed, and bound with rubber bands/clips (no three-ring binders).

Oral argument granted when Court needs clarification or when opposing party likely to lose.

All cellular phones and wireless devices must be turned off or in airplane mode during proceedings.

Counsel must stand when addressing court, witness, or jury, but not restricted to podium.

Counsel must review Judge Pechman's generic jury instructions before submitting proposed instructions.

Counsel must comply with all procedures in Local Rule 51.

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