Judge Rian W. Radtke
Judge • Trempealeau County Circuit Court, Wisconsin
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Applies court-wideTrempealeau County Circuit Court, Wisconsin publishes its filing requirements at the court level rather than per judge, so these 40 rules are what govern this courtroom.
Formatting
All 13The answer must be written and use forms provided by the Clerk of Courts Office.
A counterclaim must be in writing.
The plaintiff’s reply to a counterclaim must be in writing.
Filing Timing
All 8- Deadline
- 10 calendar days
If the defendant appeared at the return date and mediation did not resolve the matter, the defendant must file an answer within 10 calendar days.
- Deadline
- 10 calendar days
A counterclaim must be filed with the answer within 10 calendar days from the return date; a counterclaim not properly filed is barred.
- Deadline
- 10 calendar days
The plaintiff must file a reply within 10 calendar days after the counterclaim is filed; failure to do so is deemed a default and may result in judgment for the counterclaimant.
Service
All 6The required response must be served together with the summary-judgment opposition brief.
When filing the original answer with the Clerk of Courts Office, the defendant must simultaneously serve a copy on the plaintiff by first-class mail or hand delivery.
A counterclaim must be served along with the answer, and a counterclaim not properly filed or served is barred.
Adjournments
All 3A continuance will not be granted without good cause.
A stipulated request to continue a trial date requires the parties’ consent in writing or on the record and good cause.
A non-stipulated continuance request must be made by motion, heard, and supported by good cause.
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