Local Rule 1.0: Scope and Purpose; Definitions
D. Vt. — Civil rule
Rule 1. Scope and Purpose; Definitions.
(a) Scope and Purpose. These local rules supplement the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Both sets of rules apply to civil actions in this district unless they conflict with each other or with any statute of the United States, in which event the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure or the statute governs. Any party asserting a conflict must call it to the court's attention in writing and suggest an equitable resolution.
(b) Effective Date. These rules become effective as revised on January 3, 2014 and supersede all previous rules and related general orders promulgated by this court.
(c) Definitions.
(1) Judge. In these rules, "Judge" means:
(A) a judge of this court;
(B) a judge assigned to this court; or
(C) a magistrate judge performing authorized duties in this court.
(2) Clerk. In these rules, "Clerk" means:
(A) the clerk of this court; or
(B) any deputy clerk or assistant authorized by the clerk.