Twentieth Cir. — Judge Turner A. Rouse: Judge preferences

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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 file 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 profile — Geoffrey H. Gentile (20th Circuit)

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