Texas Motion Filing Guidelines

Summary

In Texas, when filing a motion, include all exhibits initially. For Harris Countys 310th Family District Court, Rule 4.2 requires motions to be accompanied by necessary exhibits. Submission briefs typically follow a few days after the motion, as per the courts scheduling order. For specific rules on submission motions and briefs, consult the Harris County Family District Courts Local Rules or the court clerk.

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Well, I need the exact rules. This is family court, * Judge Sonya Heath
In Harris County, Texas, for the 310th Family District Court under Judge Sonya Heath, you should generally include all exhibits with your motion when you initially file it. However, you might want to refer to the court's local rules for detailed requirements.
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Cite specific rule requiring this please
In Harris County, Texas, for the 310th Family District Court under Judge Sonya Heath, you can refer to the Harris County Family District Courts Local Rules.
- Rule *.*: "Motions and Supporting Documents" generally requires that any motion filed should be accompanied by all necessary exhibits and supporting documents.
For precise details, it's best to review the local rules directly on the Harris County Family District Court's website or consult with the court clerk.
But what does it specifically say about submission motion
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In Harris County Family District Courts, Rule *.* addresses "Motions and Supporting Documents." While it indicates that motions should be accompanied by all necessary exhibits, it does not specifically detail submission motions in the rule text.
For exact language:
- Review the Harris County Family District Courts Local Rules directly.
- Consult the court clerk for guidance on submission motions.
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If that were true then how come they require that only the day before trial at 2pm do you have to exchange exhibits
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In Texas family courts, local rules can specify different requirements for pre-trial and trial procedures. It's possible that the court has separate rules for filing motions and exchanging exhibits before trial. These rules might require exhibits to be exchanged the day before trial to ensure both parties are prepared.
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When can I file my submission brief, does it have to be filed the same day as the regular motion
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You generally need to file your submission brief by the deadline set by the court. This can vary, but it's often required to be filed a few days after the motion. It's best to check the scheduling order issued by the court for specific deadlines.
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Okay, so when it comes to submission hearings what are the rules for the submission brief, I file my original motion with exhibits, set a court date, and then send a notice of submission hearing to opposing counsel and then when do I submit my submission brief?
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In Harris County, Texas, for the 310th Family District Court, the submission brief typically needs to be filed a few days after the original motion. The exact timing should be specified in the court's scheduling order or local rules.
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What rule talks about the submission motions and brief rules
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In Harris County, Texas, for the 310th Family District Court, you should refer to the Harris County Family District Courts Local Rules for detailed information on submission motions and briefs. Generally, Rule *.* covers "Motions and Supporting Documents," but for precise submission brief deadlines, you may need to check the court's local rules or the specific scheduling order issued by the court.
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