Julia R. asked

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For litigants in person, can you guide on whether judges read the pleadings before hearing a matter? Is there a sufficient time or a time limit for making oral submissions when the matter comes up for hearing? Are there any guidelines for judges to read the pleadings and written submissions, especially in cases where one party is a litigant in person and the opposing counsel is making false oral submissions before the court?

March 10th, 2024

Tyler C. answered

Yes, judges are supposed to read the pleadings before hearings, but there is no mandate that forces ...

March 10th, 2024

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