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Unlock free →Step by Step Through Small Claim Court ① Service must be completed at least 7 days prior to the Pretrial Conference (Rule 7.070) The case �ile must show when and how the service was completed. Note: If the defendant is not properly served, the Pretrial Conference will be canceled. The plaintiff will need to coordinate with the Clerk of Court another attempt at serving the other party. The Clerk will reschedule the Pretrial Conference to a new date. ② Attend the Pretrial Conference Both parties are required to attend. The conference is held remotely via Zoom video or telephone.*video is the preferred method.
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Judge Bell caps motions and responses at 5 pages for UMC hearings and 12 pages for special-set hearings.
Judge Alijewicz requires every motion for attorney's fees and/or costs to attach a document detailing time records — no records, no fee award.
Judge Corlew bars informal contact: every communication with the Court must be in writing, filed with the Clerk, with copies furnished to all parties — and no calls to the JA to schedule or cancel UMC.