It is that time of year when courts are publishing their proposed amendments, many to come into effect on January 1st. Staying up-to-date with constantly changing court rules is essential. SmartRules guides are always updated with the latest local rule amendments.
Los Angeles Superior Court Upgrades Telephone System Upgrades with New Fax Numbers
New fax numbers are being rolled out at all courthouse locations while the Los Angeles Superior Court continues upgrading their telephone system.
Notices are being sent out 30 days before new numbers are implemented, and the court’s website will be updated as new numbers go live. During this transition you can find updated contact information on the court’s Courthouses in Los Angeles County page.
The following courthouses have recently updated their fax numbers:
New York Supreme Courts Continue to Expand E-Filing – 2016
New York Supreme Courts continue to expand electronic filing, 2016 update.
Recent Changes
In July it became mandatory to file all commercial matters electronically in Queens. In Albany e-filing Tax Certiorari matters became mandatory in July. Kings County expanded mandatory and consensual E-Filing in March. In December of last year mandatory e-filing was expanded in Suffolk County.
July 2016 Local Rule Amendments (California, New York, and 5 others)
SmartRules’ guides are updated daily. Rely on our editorial team to do the research so you always know you’re up-to-date on local rules.
San Diego Superior Court to Expand Business Office Hours on July 11, 2016
After reducing service hours in 2012 San Diego Superior Court is expanding service hours, reopening business offices on Friday afternoons and expanding hours beginning Monday, July 11th, 2016.
Ex Parte Motion in California Superior Court–At A Glance
Use this At A Glance Guide to learn the statewide rules of civil procedure, (the California Code of Civil Procedure and California Rules of Court) applicable to ex parte motions in the California Superior Courts.
Quick Tips for Motion to Reargue Queens, New York Supreme Court
Motion to Reargue Must be Made Within Thirty (30) Days of Decision. The moving party can elect one of two briefing schedules: “16-7-1” or “8-2”.
Landlord Rights and the California Code of Civil Procedure 1161
To establish your rights as landlord under the law, you must follow the procedures as outlined in CCP 1161.
Are the FRCP 26 Proportionality Amendments Effective?
Discovery protocol, most especially in relation to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26 (FRCP 26) has generated intense discussion and debate with regard to potential consequences from amendments as well as the rule itself. According to Patricia W. Moore, in her piece, Discovery Protocol Results in More Settlements, Fewer Motions to Compel the Federal Judicial … Read Article