Judge Kurt E. Hitzemann: Judge preferences — Hernando County, FL

Source of truth

A case management order must be issued as soon as is practicable but no later than 120 days after the commencement of the action.

Official source: 5th Circuit — circuit5.org official site (AOs, judge pages, procedures)
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Change history

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Fifth Cir. — Judge Kurt E. Hitzemann: Judge preferences

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