Summer 2017 Local Rule Amendments
This summer has been a busy season for local rule amendments. Make sure you are up-to-date by relying on SmartRules guides.
Updates-State Cts
Moving Your Case from State to Federal Court
The rules surrounding removal of civil actions can be daunting and strict compliance is required.
January 2014 Rule Changes In The California Courts
The California Courts have experienced numerous rule changes, amendments, repealed rules and new rules effective January 1, 2014.
State Court Rules Updates for February 2013
Arizona The Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure are amended effective January 1, 2013. NEW — The Arizona District Court amended its Local Rules effective December 1, 2012. Colorado NEW –The Colorado District Court amended its Local Rules effective December 1, 2012. The Colorado Supreme Court has proposed revisions to CRCP 45. The comment period is closed. … Read more
California State Court Rules Changes for February 2013
Check SmartRules for the latest updates to the California Rules of Civil Procedure. Here is a brief update of what is new in the California courts. The Central District of California has amended its Local Rules effective December 1, 2012. The Northern District of California adopted e-discovery guidelines effective November 27, 2012. The Southern District of … Read more
California Superior Courts Closed 3rd Wednesday Until June, 2010
The California Superior Courts will be closed to the public on the third Wednesday of each month due to a mandatory statewide closure.
California Passes Electronic Discovery Act
On June 29, 2009, California enacted its Electronic Discovery Act.
Ventura County Superior Court Amends Local Rules Effective July 1, 2009
Effective July 1, 2009, the following Ventura County Superior Court local rules will be amended:
1.02, Effective Date of Rules;
9.03.1, Family Law Case Flow
Santa Clara County Superior Court Amendments to Local Rules Effective July 1, 2009
Effective July 1, 2009, the following Santa Clara County Superior Court local rules will be amended:
Rule 2, Alternative Dispute Resolution; and