Lafayette County Circuit Court, Wisconsin Pre-Motion Conference Requirements

For summary judgment and dismissal motions, respondents have 20 days to file supporting papers or waive in writing, replies are due within 20 days, and the court decides on the timely filed record unless a party requests oral argument; the court may modify the deadlines by order.

The respondent shall have 20 days from the filing of the movant's brief within which to file a responsive brief and supporting documents, or waive in writing the right to do so. If the respondent fails to file a brief and supporting documents or waiver of the same within the 20 day period it shall be presumed that respondent has waived this right and the court shall accept no further supporting documents or briefs. Movant's reply brief, if any, shall be filed and exchanged within 20 days of the date of filing of respondent's brief. A decision shall be based upon the record as timely filed, unless oral argument on the motion is requested by a party. By appropriate court order, these times may be modified.