Serving Discovery Documents In Texas

Summary

In Texas, discovery documents must be served separately from initial filings like modification packets. Serve them after the initial documents are served. Discovery requests typically require a 30-day response time. Subpoenas can be issued after filing, and depositions scheduled once discovery begins.

Full Conversation

Okay, so how long after they have been served with the modification filing do I have to send the discovery
In Texas, you can generally serve discovery documents at any time after the initial filing documents have been served. However, it’s a good practice to serve them as soon as possible to avoid delays in your case.
Would you like more details on the timelines and requirements for serving discovery documents?
So then why can't I just serve them along with the modification filing
In Texas, the rules of civil procedure generally require that discovery documents be served separately from the initial filing documents to ensure proper notice and to follow specific procedural requirements. Combining them could potentially cause confusion or procedural issues.
Would you like more detailed information on how to serve discovery documents step-by-step?
So for request for disclosures, admissions, interrogatories, and requests for documents and production, how long does the other party have to respond to all of those?
Case Rating: *
In Texas, the timelines for responding to discovery requests are as follows:
- Request for Disclosures: 30 days
- Requests for Admissions: 30 days
- Interrogatories: 30 days
- Requests for Production: 30 days
Is there anything else you need help with?
which discovery document requires 50 days?
Case Rating: *
In Texas, there is no specific discovery document that generally requires 50 days to respond. The standard response time for most discovery documents is typically 30 days. However, if an extension is granted by the court or agreed upon by the parties, the response time could potentially be extended.
Is there anything else you need help with?
So when can I file and issue subpoenas, before or after the modification is filed, and when do I schedule the depositions?
Case Rating: *
In Texas, you can file and issue subpoenas after the modification has been filed. Depositions can be scheduled once the discovery process has begun.
Would you like more detailed information on how to schedule depositions or issue subpoenas?