All local rules for D. Mass., integrated with this judge's published requirements.
In the event that you believe the case is not ripe for mediation at this time contact the Courtroom Deputy. But if the date poses a serious conflict, please do NOT contact the Courtroom Deputy directly regarding mediation scheduling. Counsel are to confer with opposing counsel and FILE AN ASSENTED-TO MOTION TO CONTINUE the mediation, including therein several proposed dates for which all counsel and principals are available.
Other than the presumptive pages limits for memoranda under Rule 7.1(b), do you have any other requirements or preferences about the filing of dispositive motions? A22: No.
Other than the presumptive pages limits for memoranda under Rule 7.1(b), do you have any other requirements or preferences about the filing of dispositive motions? A22: No.
Do you typically allow reply briefs and/or surreply briefs? A24: Yes. Q25: If you allow reply and/or surreply briefs, do you impose a page limit? A25: Yes.
Do you typically hold a hearing on motions to dismiss? A26: Yes. Q27: Do you typically hold a hearing on summary judgment motions? A27: Yes. Q28: ... A28: Varies.
Counsel are to confer with opposing counsel and FILE AN ASSENTED-TO MOTION TO CONTINUE the mediation, including therein several proposed dates for which all counsel and principals are available.
Q15: Other than the requirement that the parties confer in good faith to narrow the issues before filing any discovery motion under Local Rule 37.1(A), what, if any, additional requirements do you make of counsel before considering discovery motions? A15: None. Q18: Under what circumstances will you consider emergency motions regarding discovery matters? A18: Depends on circumstances, but I generally consider.
Q16: Do you typically hold hearing on discovery motions? A16: Yes. Q17: Please describe your general practice regarding the resolution of disovery motions. A17: Oral ruling from the bench in most cases.