All local rules for N.D. Cal., integrated with this judge's published requirements.
Motions must be directed to the Judge to whom the action is assigned, except as that Judge may otherwise order. (p. 30)
the initials of the Magistrate Judge to whom the action is referred for discovery or other pretrial activity (p. 12)
by any written order of a District Judge designating a Magistrate Judge to perform specific statutorily authorized duties in a particular action. (p. 70)
Civil L.R. 7-1(b); 3-4(a); 72-1
“The Court will review the submission(s) and determine whether formal briefing or proceedings are necessary.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
The Court will not entertain a request or a motion to resolve a disclosure or discovery dispute unless, pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 37, counsel have previously conferred for the purpose of attempting to resolve all disputed issues. (p. 59)
“Meet and confer” or “confer” means to communicate directly and to discuss in good faith the issue(s) required under the particular Rule or order. (p. 10)
Unless these Local Rules otherwise provide or a Judge otherwise orders, such communication may take place by telephone. (p. 10)
The mere sending of a written, electronic, or voice-mail communication, however, does not satisfy a requirement to “meet and confer” or to “confer.” (p. 10)
this requirement can be satisfied only through direct dialogue and discussion – either in a face to face meeting or in a telephone conversation. (p. 10)
Civil L.R. 37-1(a); 1-5(n)
“All discovery disputes before the Court shall proceed as follows: when there is a discovery dispute, the parties must first make a good faith effort to resolve the dispute before seeking Court intervention.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“After attempting to address the issue(s) via letter, phone call, and/or email, any party or non-party may demand a formal meet and confer within two weeks’ notice.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Counsel for each party must meet and confer in person or by videoconference.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Unjustified delay or refusal to participate meaningfully in the formal meet and confer or in the preparation of the joint letter may be grounds for entry of an order adverse to the delaying or non-participating party.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“All motions or non-stipulated requests shall include a certification, which may be submitted separately or included in the body of the filing, that the parties have complied with this meet and confer requirement.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“The Court may strike filings that do not comply.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Lead trial counsel for both parties must sign the letter, which shall include an attestation that the parties met and conferred in person or by video regarding all issues prior to filing the letter.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
If a dispute arises during a discovery event the parties must attempt to resolve the matter without judicial intervention by conferring in good faith. (p. 59)
counsel or a party may contact the chambers of the assigned District Judge or Magistrate Judge to ask if the Judge is available to address the problem through a telephone conference during the discovery event. (p. 59)
Civil L.R. 37-1(b)
“Except as otherwise permitted by this Standing Order or by another order of the Court, parties and attorneys should not communicate with Judge Cisneros or her staff (including the Courtroom Deputy) about a case except in open court (including remote video proceedings) or through filings in the ECF docket.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Requests for clarification of purely administrative matters (e.g., if a motion previously set for a hearing does not appear on the Court's public calendar) may be directed to the Courtroom Deputy at ljccrd@cand.uscourts.gov, with opposing counsel cc'd. If in doubt, any such request may also be made through an appropriate filing on the docket.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
Any written request to the Court for an order must be presented by one of the following means: (p. 30)
A duly noticed motion pursuant to Civil L.R. 7-2; (p. 30)
In addition to complying with applicable provisions of Civil L.R. 7, a motion to compel further responses to discovery requests must (p. 59)
Civil L.R. 7-1(a); 37-2
“If disagreements remain, the parties shall file a joint letter no later than five business days after the formal meet and confer, unless otherwise directed by the Court.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“The joint letter must include a paragraph listing relevant discovery dates and case management deadlines, such as:” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“(1) the fact and expert discovery cut-off dates;” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“(2) the last day to hear or file dispositive motions;” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“(3) the claim construction or class certification briefing deadlines and hearing dates; and (4) pretrial conference and trial dates.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Going issue-by-issue, the joint letter shall describe each unresolved issue, summarize each party's position with appropriate legal authority, and provide each party's final proposed compromise before moving to the next issue.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“In the rare instance that a joint letter is not possible, each side may submit a letter not to exceed two pages, which shall include an explanation of why a joint letter was not possible.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“The parties shall submit one exhibit that sets forth each disputed discovery request in full, followed immediately by the objections and/or responses thereto.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“No other information shall be included in the exhibit.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“An additional set of exhibits is allowed for declarations or other documents relevant to the discovery dispute.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Such exhibits shall not exceed twenty-five pages without leave of the Court.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Joint letters must be filed in ECF under the Civil Events category of Motions and Related Filings > Motions: General > Discovery Letter Brief.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Joint letters shall be in text-searchable PDF format and shall not exceed five pages (12-point font or greater; single-spaced, margins no less than one inch) without leave of the Court.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“The Court expects the parties to cooperate in the preparation of their joint letter so that each side has adequate time to prepare its own arguments and address its adversary's arguments before submission of the letter.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Unjustified delay or refusal to participate meaningfully in the formal meet and confer or in the preparation of the joint letter may be grounds for entry of an order adverse to the delaying or non-participating party.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
a motion to compel further responses to discovery requests must set forth each request in full, followed immediately by the objections and/or responses thereto. (p. 59)
For each such request, the moving papers must detail the basis for the party’s contention that it is entitled to the requested discovery and must show how the proportionality and other requirements of Fed. R. Civ. P. 26(b)(2) are satisfied. (p. 59)
In one filed document not exceeding 25 pages in length, a motion must contain: (p. 30)
The opposition must be filed and served not more than 14 days after the motion was filed. (p. 31)
Unless the Court expressly orders otherwise pursuant to a party’s request made prior to the due date, briefs or memoranda filed with opposition papers may not exceed 25 pages of text (p. 32)
Civil L.R. 37-2; 7-2(b); 7-3(a); 7-4(b)
“The Court will review the submission(s) and determine whether formal briefing or proceedings are necessary.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
the reply brief or memorandum may not exceed 15 pages of text. (p. 31)
The reply to an opposition must be filed and served not more than 7 days after the opposition was due. (p. 31)
Once a reply is filed, no additional memoranda, papers or letters may be filed without prior Court approval, except as follows: (p. 31)
Unless the Court expressly orders otherwise pursuant to a party’s request made prior to the due date (p. 32)
Civil L.R. 7-3(c),(d); 7-4(b)
Nothing posted.
Unless otherwise ordered, as used in any order of this Court or in these Local Rules, a “discovery cut-off” is the date by which all responses to written discovery are due and by which all depositions must be concluded. (p. 59)
Where the Court has set a single discovery cut-off for both fact and expert discovery, no discovery-related motions may be filed more than 7 days after the discovery cut-off. (p. 59)
no motions related to fact discovery may be filed more than 7 days after the fact discovery cut-off, and no motions related to expert discovery may be filed more than 7 days after the expert discovery cut-off. (p. 59)
“Discovery-related motions” encompasses all motions relating to discovery, including motions to compel or protect against discovery, motions regarding the duty to preserve documents, including spoliation motions, motions to quash or enforce subpoenas, and motions for discovery sanctions. (p. 59)
Civil L.R. 37-3
Nothing posted.
Except as otherwise ordered or permitted by the assigned Judge or these Local Rules, and except for motions made during the course of a trial or hearing, all motions must be filed, served and noticed in writing on the motion calendar of the assigned Judge for hearing not less than 35 days after filing of the motion. (p. 30)
In the Judge’s discretion, or upon request by counsel and with the Judge’s approval, a motion may be determined without oral argument or by telephone conference call. (p. 30)
Civil L.R. 7-2(a); 7-1(b)
“Hearing dates may be reset as the Court's calendar requires or matters may be decided without a hearing.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“If necessary, the Court will set a hearing to address the discovery dispute.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Hearings concerning discovery disputes are generally held via Zoom and set on the Civil Law & Motion calendar.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
If good faith negotiations between the parties fail to resolve the matter, and if disposition of the dispute during the discovery event likely would result in substantial savings of expense or time, counsel or a party may contact the chambers of the assigned District Judge or Magistrate Judge (p. 59)
Unless otherwise ordered by the assigned Judge, a party may file an ex parte motion, that is, a motion filed without notice to opposing party, only if a statute, Federal Rule, local rule, or Standing Order authorizes ex parte filing. (p. 34)
If the motion is to shorten time for the Court to hear a motion: (p. 28)
Civil L.R. 37-1(b); 7-10; 6-3(a)(4)
“In emergencies during discovery events (such as depositions), any party may, after exhausting good faith attempts to resolve disputed issues, seek judicial intervention pursuant to Civil L.R. 37-1(b) by contacting the Court through the courtroom deputy.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Before calling, the parties must first send a short email describing the nature of the dispute to ljccrd@cand.uscourts.gov.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“If the Court is unavailable, the discovery event shall proceed with objections noted for the record.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
If counsel for the moving party seeks to arrange such a conference and opposing counsel refuses or fails to confer, the Judge may impose an appropriate sanction, which may include an order requiring payment of all reasonable expenses, including attorney's fees, caused by the refusal or failure to confer.
The Court will not entertain a request or a motion to resolve a disclosure or discovery dispute unless
Civil L.R. 37-1(a)
“The Court may strike filings that do not comply.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Unjustified delay or refusal to participate meaningfully in the formal meet and confer or in the preparation of the joint letter may be grounds for entry of an order adverse to the delaying or non-participating party.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“Civil motions are heard on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., except that when Judge Cisneros is on criminal duty, civil motions are heard on Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
Except as otherwise ordered or permitted by the assigned Judge or these Local Rules, and except for motions made during the course of a trial or hearing, all motions must be filed, served and noticed in writing on the motion calendar of the assigned Judge for hearing not less than 35 days after filing of the motion. (p. 30)
Fed. R. Civ. P. 6(d), which extends deadlines that are tied to service (as opposed to filing), does not apply and thus does not extend this deadline. (p. 30)
On the first page in the space opposite the caption and below the case number, the noticed hearing date and time; (p. 30)
In the first paragraph, notice of the motion including date and time of hearing; (p. 30)
A Judge who will be absent from the District for one court day or more shall post a notice to that effect on the official calendar of the Court. (p. 10)
Civil L.R. 7-2(a), (b)(1)-(2); 1-5(p)
“Parties should notice motions pursuant to the local rules.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Parties need not reserve a hearing date but should confirm the Court's availability by viewing the calendar and scheduling notes available at https://www.cand.uscourts.gov/lisa-j-cisneros/.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Hearing dates may be reset as the Court's calendar requires or matters may be decided without a hearing.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
In the Judge’s discretion, or upon request by counsel and with the Judge’s approval, a motion may be determined without oral argument or by telephone conference call. (p. 30)
Unless otherwise ordered, a Motion for Administrative Relief is deemed submitted for immediate determination without hearing on the day after the opposition is due. (p. 34)
Civil L.R. 7-1(b); 7-2(a); 7-11(c)
“Hearing dates may be reset as the Court's calendar requires or matters may be decided without a hearing.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“Motion hearings are in person unless otherwise ordered by the Court; any request for a remote hearing must be made by administrative motion or by stipulation and proposed order.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Hybrid hearings, with some counsel in person and others appearing remotely, are disfavored.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Civil case management conferences are heard Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. via Zoom webinar videoconference.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Hearings concerning discovery disputes are generally held via Zoom and set on the Civil Law & Motion calendar.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“The Court encourages parties to contribute to the development of the bar by permitting lawyers with less than five years of experience to argue motions, have a significant participatory role in settlement conferences, and examine witnesses at trial.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
a party who has filed a motion may file a notice continuing the originally noticed hearing date for that motion to a later date if: (p. 32)
No opposition has been filed; and (p. 32)
The notice of continuance is filed prior to the date on which the opposition is due pursuant to Civil L.R. 7-3(a). (p. 32)
After an opposition to a motion has been filed, the noticed hearing date may be continued to a subsequent date upon order of the assigned Judge. (p. 32)
Unless otherwise ordered by the Court, the continuance of the hearing of a motion does not extend the time for filing and serving the opposing papers or reply papers. (p. 32)
Any stipulated request or motion which affects a hearing or proceeding on the Court’s calendar must be filed no later than 14 days before the scheduled event. (p. 28)
Civil L.R. 7-7(a), (b), (d); 6-1(b)
“For scheduling requests that fall within the parameters for Civil Local Rules 6-1, 6-2, and 6-3, including requests to advance or enlarge time to hear a motion, such request shall be made through the procedures set forth in those rules.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“For example, requests to clarify an order, set or continue a hearing, or allow a remote appearance should be made through appropriate filings in the docket, which depending on circumstances might include administrative motions, noticed motions, or stipulations and proposed orders.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
“Absent prior leave of Court, the parties are limited to filing one summary judgment motion per side, not to exceed 25 pages in length.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“Aligned parties (e.g., co-defendants) are to file joint briefs.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
In one filed document not exceeding 25 pages in length, a motion must contain: (p. 30)
Unless the Court expressly orders otherwise pursuant to a party’s request made prior to the due date, briefs or memoranda filed with opposition papers may not exceed 25 pages of text and the reply brief or memorandum may not exceed 15 pages of text. (p. 32)
Civil L.R. 7-2(b); 7-4(b)
“Absent prior leave of Court, the parties are limited to filing one summary judgment motion per side, not to exceed 25 pages in length.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“If the parties wish to depart from the standard briefing schedule and page limits set by Civil Local Rule 7-2 and 7-3 (for example, to set a schedule involving one party's motion followed by another party's consolidated opposition and cross-motion), they shall make this proposal in a joint case management statement that is filed in advance of a case management conference, or file an administrative motion or stipulation and proposed order no later than three weeks before the first motion for summary judgment will be filed.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
Nothing posted.
Motions for summary judgment or summary adjudication and opposition to such motions must be noticed as provided in Civil L.R. 7-2 and 7-3. (p. 65)
Except as otherwise ordered or permitted by the assigned Judge or these Local Rules, and except for motions made during the course of a trial or hearing, all motions must be filed, served and noticed in writing on the motion calendar of the assigned Judge for hearing not less than 35 days after filing of the motion. (p. 30)
The opposition must be filed and served not more than 14 days after the motion was filed. (p. 31)
The reply to an opposition must be filed and served not more than 7 days after the opposition was due. (p. 31)
Civil L.R. 56-1; 7-2(a); 7-3(a), (c)
“If the parties wish to depart from the standard briefing schedule and page limits set by Civil Local Rule 7-2 and 7-3 (for example, to set a schedule involving one party's motion followed by another party's consolidated opposition and cross-motion), they shall make this proposal in a joint case management statement that is filed in advance of a case management conference, or file an administrative motion or stipulation and proposed order no later than three weeks before the first motion for summary judgment will be filed.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
If the assigned Judge orders the submission of a joint statement of undisputed facts, the parties shall confer and submit, on or before a date set by the assigned Judge, a joint statement of undisputed facts. (p. 65)
Civil L.R. 56-2(b)
“The parties shall meet and confer (in person, by video conference, or by phone) before filing any motion or non-stipulated request.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“All motions or non-stipulated requests shall include a certification, which may be submitted separately or included in the body of the filing, that the parties have complied with this meet and confer requirement.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
“The Court may strike filings that do not comply.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
Unless required by the assigned Judge, no separate statement of undisputed facts or joint statement of undisputed facts shall be submitted. (p. 65)
If the nonmoving party refuses to join in the statement, the moving party will nevertheless be permitted to file the motion, accompanied by a separate declaration of counsel explaining why a joint statement was not filed. (p. 65)
Civil L.R. 56-2(a)-(b)
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
Nothing posted.
Any evidentiary and procedural objections to the motion must be contained within the brief or memorandum. (p. 31)
Any evidentiary and procedural objections to the opposition must be contained within the reply brief or memorandum. (p. 31)
If new evidence has been submitted in the reply, the opposing party may file and serve an Objection to Reply Evidence, which may not exceed 5 pages of text, stating its objections to the new evidence, which may not include further argument on the motion. (p. 31)
Civil L.R. 7-3(a), (c), (d)(1)
Nothing posted.
Factual contentions made in support of or in opposition to any motion must be supported by an affidavit or declaration and by appropriate references to the record. (p. 32)
Civil L.R. 7-5(a)
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
Nothing posted.
Content. In addition to complying with the applicable provisions of Civil L.R. 3-4, a brief or memorandum of points and authorities filed in support, opposition, or reply to a motion must contain: (p. 31)
A succinct statement of the relevant facts; and (p. 31)
Civil L.R. 7-4(a)(4)
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
“If the parties wish to depart from the standard briefing schedule and page limits set by Civil Local Rule 7-2 and 7-3 (for example, to set a schedule involving one party's motion followed by another party's consolidated opposition and cross-motion), they shall make this proposal in a joint case management statement that is filed in advance of a case management conference, or file an administrative motion or stipulation and proposed order no later than three weeks before the first motion for summary judgment will be filed.” · Judge Cisneros's Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
Nothing posted.
An affidavit or declaration not in compliance with this rule may be stricken in whole or in part. (p. 32)
Whether or not sanctions should be imposed for failure to file a joint statement of undisputed facts is a matter within the discretion of the assigned Judge. (p. 65)
Civil L.R. 7-5(b); 56-2(b)
Nothing posted.
At the time the application is submitted, an attorney requesting to practice under Civil L.R. 11-3 must pay to the Clerk the Pro Hac Vice admission fee set by the Court's fee schedule. (p. 39)
If the assigned Judge rejects the application, the fee will be refunded at the attorney's request. (p. 39)
Fee schedule; Civil L.R. 11-3(d)-(e)
Nothing posted.
(3) That an attorney, identified by name and office address, who is a member of the bar of this Court in good standing and who maintains an office within the State of California, is designated as co-counsel. (p. 39)
Civil L.R. 11-3(a)(3)
Nothing posted.
An attorney who is not a member of the bar of this Court may apply to appear pro hac vice in a particular action in this district by submitting to the Clerk, together with the written application, a true and correct copy of a certificate of good standing or other similar official document issued by the appropriate authority governing attorney admissions for the relevant bar. (p. 38)
Civil L.R. 11-3(a); admission page
Nothing posted.
An attorney who is not a member of the bar of this Court may apply to appear pro hac vice in a particular action in this district by submitting to the Clerk, together with the written application, a true and correct copy of a certificate of good standing or other similar official document issued by the appropriate authority governing attorney admissions for the relevant bar. (p. 38)
must be dated no more than one year prior to the date of application for admission. (p. 39)
Civil L.R. 11-3(a)
Nothing posted.
The applicant must also submit an oath certifying the following: (1) That he or she is an active member in good standing of the bar of a United States Court or of the highest court of another state or the District of Columbia, specifying such bar; (2) That he or she agrees to abide by the Standards of Professional Conduct set forth in Civil L.R. 11-4, and to become familiar with the Local Rules and Alternative Dispute Resolution Programs of this Court and, where applicable, with the Bankruptcy Local Rules; (3) That an attorney, identified by name and office address, who is a member of the bar of this Court in good standing and who maintains an office within the State of California, is designated as co-counsel. (4) The number of times the applicant has been granted pro hac vice admission by the Court in the 12 months preceding the application. (p. 39)
Civil L.R. 11-3(a)(1)-(4); court form
Nothing posted.
An attorney seeking to appear pro hac vice must submit the application and admission fee at the time of the filing of a complaint or the attorney's first appearance in the case. A failure to meet this deadline may result in denial of the application. (p. 39)
Except as provided in Civil L.R. 11-2, 11-3, and 11-9, and Fed. R. Civ. P. 45(f), an attorney must be a member of the bar of this Court to practice in this Court and in the Bankruptcy Court of this District. (p. 37)
Civil L.R. 11-3(b); 11-1(a)
Nothing posted.
admission page
Nothing posted.
Service of papers on and communications with local co-counsel designated pursuant to Civil L.R. 11-3(a)(3) shall constitute notice to the party. (p. 39)
(2) If not proceeding pro se and if proceeding pro hac vice in conformity with Civil L.R. 11-3, following the information required in Civil L.R. 3-4(a)(1), the name, address, telephone and state bar number of the member of the bar of the Court who maintains an office within the State of California; and (p. 12)
Civil L.R. 11-3(f); 3-4(a)(2)
Nothing posted.
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
Nothing posted.
A failure to meet this deadline may result in denial of the application. (p. 39)
The Clerk will not present an application to the assigned Judge unless the filing fee has been paid or a request to waive the filing fee has been submitted. (p. 39)
Civil L.R. 11-3(b), (e)
Nothing posted.
Unless authorized by an Act of Congress or by an order of the assigned Judge, an applicant is not eligible for permission to practice pro hac vice if the applicant: (1) Resides in the State of California; or (2) Is regularly engaged in the practice of law in the State of California. This disqualification shall not be applicable if the pro hac vice applicant (i) has been a resident of California for less than one year; (ii) has registered with, and completed all required applications for admission to, the State Bar of California; and (iii) has officially registered to take or is awaiting results from the California State Bar exam. (p. 39)
Civil L.R. 11-3(c)
Nothing posted.
(4) The number of times the applicant has been granted pro hac vice admission by the Court in the 12 months preceding the application. (p. 39)
Civil L.R. 11-3(a)(4)
Nothing posted.
An attorney employed or retained by the United States government or any of its agencies may, without satisfying the membership requirements of LR 11-1, practice in this Court in all actions or proceedings within the scope of his or her employment or retention by the United States. (p. 38)
Civil L.R. 11-2
Nothing posted.
7-10. Ex Parte Motions Unless otherwise ordered by the assigned Judge, a party may file an ex parte motion, that is, a motion filed without notice to opposing party, only if a statute, Federal Rule, local rule, or Standing Order authorizes ex parte filing. The motion must include a citation to the statute, rule, or order which permits the use of an ex parte motion to obtain the relief sought. Civ. L.R. 7-10 ↗
(b) Length. Unless the Court expressly orders otherwise pursuant to a party’s request made prior to the due date, briefs or memoranda filed with opposition papers may not exceed 25 pages of text and the reply brief or memorandum may not exceed 15 pages of text. Civ. L.R. 7-4(b) ↗
(b) Length. Unless the Court expressly orders otherwise pursuant to a party’s request made prior to the due date, briefs or memoranda filed with opposition papers may not exceed 25 pages of text and the reply brief or memorandum may not exceed 15 pages of text. Civ. L.R. 7-4(b) ↗
Chambers copies are required only for filings that necessitate action by the Court and exceed 50 pages inclusive of supporting declarations and exhibits. Chambers copies must bear the PACER/ECF header (with case number, docket number, date, and page number) and be clearly marked with the judge's initials (LJC) and the designation "Chambers Copy." Chambers copies must be bound at the top or side; voluminous filings (those over two inches in thickness) should be placed in binders. Exhibits must be tabbed. Chambers copies may be accompanied by a flash drive where appropriate. Chambers copies shall arrive at the Court within 48 hours after e-filing.
(f) Proposed Orders Proposed orders submitted by an ECF user in an ECF case shall be filed in PDF format, and attached to the applicable motion or other document. In addition, proposed orders shall be submitted in a standard word processing format (such as Microsoft Word) to the specific address on the Court’s website for emailing proposed orders to the assigned Judge. Proposed orders must conform to the requirements of the assigned Judge’s standing orders. Civ. L.R. 5-1(f) ↗
Proposed orders in civil cases shall be submitted in Word format (.doc or .docx) via email to ljcpo@cand.uscourts.gov on the day of filing. This email address is to be used only for civil proposed orders unless otherwise directed by the Court.