QUESTION
Why do I need permission of the magistrate judge to file a dispositive motion?
Asked on Apr 12th, 2014 on Civil Litigation - New Jersey
1 ANSWER
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Because that's part of the Magistrate Judge's job - to govern the flow of things in the court, to handle discovery issues, and everything up to the point of trial.
Answered on Apr 17th, 2014 at 10:20 AM
Diana L. Anderson, Certified Elder Law Attorney This response is not legal advice and does not establish any form of attorney/client relationship