All local rules for D. Mass., integrated with this judge's published requirements.
Do you typically allow reply briefs and/or surreply briefs? A25: Yes. Q26: ... A26: No. While I do not usually impose a page limit, I do expect the replies and surreplies to be succinct and targeted.
Do you typically hold a hearing on motions to dismiss? A27: Most of the time, but there can be exceptions. Q28: ... A28: Most of the time, but there can be exceptions.
Yes — motions decided on the papers without oral argument.
Typically, do you resolve discovery motions or do you refer them to the magistrate judge? A16: I do not have a typical practice. I refer some discovery disputes, but I also decide some myself.
Do you typically hold a hearing on discovery? A17: No. Not typically. It depends on the issue.