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
“Time permitting, the Court will maintain discovery disputes.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The provisions of this paragraph apply only to cases in which discovery is supervised by this Court.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The Court, in its discretion, may elect to transfer the discovery matter to a Magistrate Judge.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The Court, in its discretion, may elect to refer the discovery matter to a Magistrate Judge.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“In the joint letter brief, counsel must attest that, prior to filing the request for relief, counsel met and conferred in person or by videoconference, and then concisely summarize all remaining issues that counsel were unable to resolve.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“In the joint letter brief, counsel must attest that, prior to filing the request for relief, counsel met and conferred in person or by videoconference, and then concisely summarize all remaining issues that counsel were unable to resolve.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“If, after submitting a joint letter brief, the Court allows that a motion may be filed, any such motion must be accompanied by a competent declaration affirming that the movant has complied with the meet and confer requirements imposed in the preceding paragraph.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
Nothing posted.
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
“Joint Discovery Letter: All other requests for discovery relief must be summarized by the parties in one joint letter brief no longer than four pages (two pages per side).” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“In the joint letter brief, counsel must attest that, prior to filing the request for relief, counsel met and conferred in person or by videoconference, and then concisely summarize all remaining issues that counsel were unable to resolve.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The parties may not file multiple joint letter briefs irrespective of the number of disputes then at-issue.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“If there are multiple disputes at issue, the parties may provide a list of disputes as part of their joint letter brief.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The joint letter brief may cite to limited and specific legal authority only for resolution of dispositive issues.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The joint letter brief may not be accompanied by declarations; however any specific excerpt of disputed discovery material may be attached.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Note: Discovery letter briefs must be e-filed under the Civil Events category of Motions and Related Filings: Motions—General: "Discovery Letter Brief."” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“Except as specifically set forth below, no motions regarding discovery disputes may be filed without prior leave of Court.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The Court will then advise the parties if additional briefing, a telephonic conference, or a personal appearance will be necessary.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“If, after submitting a joint letter brief, the Court allows that a motion may be filed, any motion brought pursuant to this provision must be accompanied by a competent declaration affirming that the movant has complied with the meet and confer requirements imposed by the preceding paragraph.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“The parties may not file multiple joint letter briefs irrespective of the number of disputes then at-issue.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The Court will then advise the parties if additional briefing, a telephonic conference, or a personal appearance will be necessary.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
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)
“The Court will then advise the parties if additional briefing, a telephonic conference, or a personal appearance will be necessary.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“Depositions: If a dispute arises during a deposition and involves a persistent obstruction of the deposition or a refusal to answer a material question on the basis of any ground other than privilege or the work-product doctrine, counsel may arrange a telephonic conference with the Court by contacting the Courtroom Deputy, Aris Garcia, at (510) 637-3540.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Any such conference shall be attended by the court reporter recording the deposition.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“Failure by a Designating Party to file such discovery dispute letter within the applicable 21- or 14-day period (set forth above) with the Court shall automatically waive the confidentiality designation for each challenged designation.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“Civil Law & Motion Tuesdays 2:00 p.m.” · JUDGE PAGE
“Civil Law and Motion calendar is conducted on Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“If the Court is in trial, the calendar will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. or at a time otherwise provided by the Court.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“Prior to noticing a motion, parties shall check the scheduling information on this Court's website to confirm open and available dates.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“However, noticed days may be reset as the Court's calendar requires, with order of call to be determined by the Court.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“Before appearing for a matter before this Court, all parties shall check the Court's calendar at cand.uscourts.gov to confirm that their matter is still on calendar.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Frequently, the Court will issue a written order and vacate the hearing unless oral argument appears to be necessary.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Where argument is allowed, the Court will attempt to advise counsel in advance of the issues to be addressed.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“In addition, if a written request for oral argument is filed before issuance of a ruling stating that a lawyer six or fewer years out of law school will conduct all or most of the oral argument, the Court will entertain oral argument on the principle that young lawyers need more opportunities for appearances than they typically receive.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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).
“The default rule is that all Case Management Conferences are held via Zoom videoconference and all other proceedings are presumed to be in-person.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Parties are advised that the Court may exercise its discretion to deviate from these default rules.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Requests to appear by videoconference may be entertained upon a compelling showing of good cause.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Any changes to the default settings will be communicated via the case docket, public calendar, and/or email correspondence.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Requests to accommodate remote appearances for compliance deadlines will be summarily denied.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“All compliance deadlines are decided on the papers unless otherwise stated by the Court.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Hearings may be held by Zoom videoconference at the Court's discretion.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Because of the substantive discussions that occur during case management conferences, telephonic appearances are disfavored.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“All pre-filing conferences are held in person and appearances via telephone and videoconference will not be allowed.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“In addition, if a written request for oral argument is filed before issuance of a ruling stating that a lawyer six or fewer years out of law school will conduct all or most of the oral argument, the Court will entertain oral argument on the principle that young lawyers need more opportunities for appearances than they typically receive.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“No changes to the Court's schedule shall be made except by signed order of the Court and only upon a showing of good cause.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Parties seeking to continue hearings, request special status conferences, modify briefing schedules, or make any other procedural changes shall submit a signed stipulation and proposed order, or, if a stipulation is not possible, a Motion for Administrative Relief as contemplated by Civil Local Rule 7-11.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Continuances will be granted only upon a showing of good cause, particularly focusing on evidence of diligence by the party seeking delay and of prejudice that may result if the continuance is denied.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“If a party intends to use audio-visual demonstratives during a hearing (e.g., PowerPoint presentation), it shall provide a copy to opposing parties and the Court no fewer than 24 hours in advance of the hearing and bring printed copies of the demonstrative(s) to the hearing.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“If a party requires use of audio-visual equipment in the courtroom, the party shall contact the Courtroom Deputy, Edwin Cuenco, to make an appointment to test that equipment on a date at least one day in advance of the hearing.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-24).
“Accordingly, each party shall be represented at case management conferences by lead trial counsel or counsel with authority to enter into stipulations and make admissions pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 16(a) and (c), as well as fully prepared to address all of the matters in the CAND CMC Order and Civil L.R. 16-10(b).” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Failure to do so shall be considered grounds for sanctions.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
“Only one summary judgment motion may be filed collectively per side, absent leave of court.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Leave of court to file more than one motion may be requested if multiple parties comprise one or both sides.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“This issue will be addressed at the Pre-filing Conference.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“One Motion Per Side: All issues shall be contained within one motion, may not exceed twenty-five pages in length, and shall conform to Civil Local Rule 7-2.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Cross-Motions: Any cross-motion for summary judgment shall be contained within the opposition to any motion for summary judgment, shall contain twenty-five (25) pages or less, and shall be filed fourteen (14) days after the filing of the motion.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The reply to a motion may contain up to fifteen (15) pages, shall include the opposition to any cross-motion, and shall be filed seven (7) days after the filing of the opposition.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
“Pre-filing Conference Required: Except as specifically set forth below, no motion for summary judgment pursuant to Rule 56 of the Rules of Civil Procedure may be filed without prior leave of Court.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The moving party must file a letter, with a copy to Chambers and the opposing parties, to request a pre-filing conference, and propose a date and time for such conference.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Pre-filing conferences are normally set for Wednesday or Friday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. unless circumstances and the Court's calendar require otherwise, and should be requested sufficiently in advance of the deadlines established in the Court's initial case management order.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“All pre-filing conferences are held in person and appearances via telephone and videoconference will not be allowed.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The moving party's letter shall be submitted at least seven (7) business days prior to the proposed conference date and must explain the grounds for the motion.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The letter shall be no more than three single-spaced pages in length, including any attached exhibits or other supporting papers.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Within three (3) business days after receipt of the letter, any party who will oppose the motion must file a written response addressing the substance of the moving party's letter, with a copy to Chambers and the moving party.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“This response shall also be limited to three single-spaced pages, including any attached exhibits or supporting papers.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“This pre-filing requirement does not apply to either side in cases where one party is self-represented.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“This pre-filing requirement also does not apply to habeas corpus petitions or motions in Social Security appeals.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
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)
“Cross-Motions: Any cross-motion for summary judgment shall be contained within the opposition to any motion for summary judgment, shall contain twenty-five (25) pages or less, and shall be filed fourteen (14) days after the filing of the motion.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The reply to a motion may contain up to fifteen (15) pages, shall include the opposition to any cross-motion, and shall be filed seven (7) days after the filing of the opposition.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The Court may, sua sponte or pursuant to a motion under Civil L.R. 6-3, reschedule the hearing so as to give a moving party time to file a reply to any cross-motion.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
Nothing posted.
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)
“Separate Statements: Any party moving for summary judgment or opposing summary judgment is required to submit a separate statement as set forth herein.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Pro se plaintiffs, however, are not required to submit a separate statement.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Supporting Separate Statement: Parties moving for summary judgment must include a separate, short and concise statement of the material facts as to which the moving party contends there is no genuine issue to be tried ("Supporting Separate Statement").” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Responsive Separate Statement: The papers opposing a motion for summary judgment shall include one Responsive Separate Statement which: (1) incorporates the facts in the moving separate statement; (2) provides a response to each of the facts in the correspondingly numbered paragraph in the moving separate statement; and (3) identifies any additional material facts that the party contends will establish a genuine issue to be tried.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
“Page Limits for Separate Statements: Unless a party has obtained prior permission from this Court, the Supporting Separate Statement is limited to no more than fifteen (15) pages, and the Responsive Separate Statement is limited to no more than five (5) additional pages beyond the number of pages in the opening statement.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
No local rule on this point (checked, as of 2026-10-17).
“The Supporting Separate Statement must: (1) identify the issue or claim number(s) to which the fact relates; and (2) list each asserted material fact and the record evidence with specific pincites (e.g., deposition, declaration, discovery response).” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Upon filing, the moving party shall provide the separate statement to all other parties in an electronic, word-processing format for ease of response thereto.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Responsive Separate Statement: The papers opposing a motion for summary judgment shall include one Responsive Separate Statement which: (1) incorporates the facts in the moving separate statement; (2) provides a response to each of the facts in the correspondingly numbered paragraph in the moving separate statement; and (3) identifies any additional material facts that the party contends will establish a genuine issue to be tried.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Attestation Required for Separate Statements: The Supporting and Responsive Separate Statement each must be signed by lead counsel (or by the party, if unrepresented by counsel) who has reviewed the document and can attest as follows: "I attest that the evidence cited herein fairly and accurately supports [or disputes] the facts as asserted."” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
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)
“Consistent with the Civil Local Rules, evidentiary objections shall be provided in the motion papers.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“Objections raised in the Responsive Separate Statement of are improper and may be disregarded.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
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).
“Deposition Transcripts. The parties shall not file complete deposition transcripts with the Court.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The parties shall instead file only the relevant, highlighted excerpts from those transcripts.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
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).
“Cross-Motions: Any cross-motion for summary judgment shall be contained within the opposition to any motion for summary judgment, shall contain twenty-five (25) pages or less, and shall be filed fourteen (14) days after the filing of the motion.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The reply to a motion may contain up to fifteen (15) pages, shall include the opposition to any cross-motion, and shall be filed seven (7) days after the filing of the opposition.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
“The Court may, sua sponte or pursuant to a motion under Civil L.R. 6-3, reschedule the hearing so as to give a moving party time to file a reply to any cross-motion.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' 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)
“Objections raised in the Responsive Separate Statement of are improper and may be disregarded.” · Judge Gonzalez Rogers' Civil Standing Order
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
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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) ↗
This requirement does not apply to self-represented litigants. Chambers copy of all motions in excess of 15 pages, inclusive of exhibits and attachments, whether electronically filed or manually filed at the Clerk's Office, shall be submitted to the Clerk's Office in an envelope clearly marked with the case number and "YGR Chambers Copy" for receipt by no later than 12:00 noon the second business day after the document is filed. Submission by overnight delivery such as Federal Express or UPS is sufficient. All chambers' copies must be 3-hole punched in the left margin in a manner suitable for placement in a 3-ring binder. They shall not be stapled. Chambers copies must include tabs between exhibits and must fasten or attach pages of individual documents together so as to distinguish between separate documents. Do not use bottom tabs as they do not work well in binders. Chambers copies in summary judgment motions: Chambers copies of all summary judgment motions and oppositions (including the brief, separate statement, declarations, exhibits, and other supporting documents) are required to be provided by the filing party in a 3-ring binder or binders with tabs separating documents. Submitting chambers copies of the reply documents in a binder is optional.
(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 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.