Preferences and practices
Please be prepared to proceed on the date of your trial or hearing. If a continuance is requested, please contact each party/attorney and attempt to resolve any issues PRIOR to requesting the continuance from the court.
Professionalism/civility
Professionalism, preparedness and civility are expected of all parties and counsel. I expect courtesy to all counsel, parties and court personnel.
Temporary orders
I like to have an actual status conference with parties/attorneys to discuss the issues and possible resolutions PRIOR to obtaining a date for supplemental affidavits.
RULE 75 HEARINGS
Rule 75 hearings are conducted on additional affidavits, with each party having the opportunity to present a 10 minute appellate style argument. I reserve the right to swear in the parties and ask questions that I may have after reviewing the affidavits and listening to the oral presentation.
General
My writing day is Tuesday.
Please be mindful of whether your case/motion is delinquent. I expect timeliness in the disposition of all cases.
I have an open door policy. I am happy to meet with all parties/counsel anytime that I am available to assist in resolving issues.
Please DO NOT attempt to discuss the substance of a case with me unless ALL parties or their attorneys are present.
Cases/motions are subject to immediate DISMISSAL if Entries are not submitted prior to the designated deadline.
Please feel free to contact me or my court officer, Sharon J. Stewart at Sharon_Stewart@fccourts.org with any questions.