Fond du Lac County Circuit Court, Wisconsin Pre-Motion Conference Requirements

In all actions, attorneys must attempt to confer with the opposing party or counsel at least 24 hours before the hearing to resolve or narrow issues, and the court may adjourn if they have not done so.

(a) Confer and Consult. In all actions before the court, the attorneys shall attempt to confer and consult with the opposing party or counsel a minimum of 24 hours prior to the scheduled hearing to attempt to resolve the matter or narrow the issues for review. Lawyers shall make all reasonable efforts to reach an agreement on preliminary and procedural matters. Lawyers should not expect to use court hearing time to discuss issues and should be prepared to start all hearings on time. If at a hearing, it is clear that attorneys have not attempted to confer and consult at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled hearing, the court may adjourn the hearing until this requirement is satisfied.