L.A.R. 4.1: Motions to Expedite

A party who seeks to expedite a case must file a motion within14 days after the opening of the case setting forth the exceptional reason that warrants expedition. If a reason for expedition arises thereafter, the moving party must file a motion within 14 days of the occurrence that is the basis of the motion. Motions seeking to expedite a case must include a proposed briefing schedule that has been agreed upon by the parties, if possible, but if they cannot agree, they should submit their own proposal with reasons in the motion or response. The non-moving party may agree to a proposed briefing schedule without conceding that expedition is necessary. A response to the motion, if any, must be filed within 7 days after service of the motion and any reply within 3 days after service of the response unless otherwise directed by the court or clerk. The court or clerk may direct that service be made in the manner provided by