Local Rule Rule 42.1: Consolidation of Cases
E.D. Pa. — Civil rule
Rule 42.1 Consolidation of Cases
If a party seeks consolidation of cases that do not otherwise qualify as "related" under these Local Rules, the following procedure applies:
1) A letter shall be sent to the Chief judge and docketed in every case that would be affected by the proposed consolidation. The letter must: a. attach a comprehensive list of cases proposed for consolidation. b. state whether all parties support consolidation. c. concisely set forth the basis on which consolidation is warranted. d. describe the scope of the proposed consolidation, e.g. for discovery purposes only, for pretrial purposes only, etc.
The Chief Judge, following consultation with all judges whose dockets would be affected by consolidation, shall determine whether consolidation is warranted, and the scope of the consolidation.