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NDGA Federal Litigation Timeline
Federal Litigation Timeline — Northern District of Georgia (NDGA) | Civil Cases
Updated to reflect NDGA Local Rules (eff. Dec 1, 2025) | See: www.gand.uscourts.gov
Case Initiation
| Stage | Key Event | Deadline / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Case Initiation | Complaint Filed | Day 1 FRCP 3 |
| Service of Process | Within 90 days of filing FRCP 4(m)Failure may result in dismissal w/o prejudice | |
| Answer to Complaint | 21 days after service FRCP 12(a)(1)(A)60 days if United States is defendant | |
| Jury Trial Demand | No later than 14 days after last pleading directed to the issue FRCP 38(b) |
Early Case Management
| Stage | Key Event | Deadline / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Early Case Management | Rule 26(f) Conference | Within 16 days after defendant appears LR 26.1 FRCP 26(f) |
| Joint Preliminary Report & Discovery Plan | 30 days after first defendant's appearance or removal LR 16.2 | |
| Initial Disclosures | 14 days after Rule 26(f) conference FRCP 26(a)(1)(C) | |
| Deadline to Join Parties / Amend Pleadings | Per Scheduling Order LR 16.2Typically 60–90 days after Rule 26(f) |
Discovery Phase
| Stage | Key Event | Deadline / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Phase | Discovery Track Assignment | 0-Mo: Bankruptcy appeals (no discovery/SJ/PTO) 4-Mo: Standard (tort, property, civil rights) 8-Mo: Patent/complexLR 26.3 App. F |
| Expert Reports | Per Scheduling OrderTypically 30–90 days before discovery closes | |
| Motions to Compel | Before close of discovery or within 14 days after service of response LR 37.1Prior version incorrectly stated 21 days | |
| Close of Discovery | Per Court Scheduling Order | |
| Post-Discovery Settlement Conference | Per Court Scheduling Order LR 16.3Required on 4-Mo and 8-Mo tracks; not required on 0-Mo track |
Dispositive Motions
| Stage | Key Event | Deadline / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Dispositive Motions | Summary Judgment Motion | Within 30 days after close of discovery LR 56.1Unless otherwise permitted by order |
| LR 56.1 Statement of Material Facts | Required with every SJ motion and response LR 56.1(B)Numbered paragraphs; opponent must admit or deny each | |
| Summary Judgment Response | 21 days after service of motion LR 56.1 NDGA Pretrial InstructionsNot the standard 14-day deadline | |
| Summary Judgment Reply | 14 days after service of response LR 7.1 | |
| Motion for Reconsideration | Within 28 days after entry of order or judgment LR 7.2(E) |
Pretrial Preparation
| Stage | Key Event | Deadline / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Pretrial Prep | Proposed Consolidated Pretrial Order | 30 days after close of discovery OR after SJ ruling, whichever later LR 16.4 App. B, Form IIIMandatory form |
| Pretrial Conference | Per Court Scheduling OrderMandatory attendance — failure may result in sanctions | |
| Trial | Per Court Trial Calendar |
Motion Briefing (LR 7.1)
| Filing | Deadline / Authority |
|---|---|
| Motion Filed | Day 0 LR 7.1 |
| Motion Response | 14 days after service LR 7.1(B) |
| Reply Brief | 14 days after response LR 7.1(C) |
| SJ Response | 21 days after service LR 56.1 |
| Motion for Reconsideration | 28 days after order LR 7.2(E) |
| General Motions | Within 30 days after start of discovery LR 7.1A(2) |
Filing Format (LR 5.1)
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Page Layout | Single-sided | 1" margins all sides |
| Line Spacing | Double-spaced body text |
| Font | Times New Roman | Min. 14-point |
| Page Numbers | Consecutive | Bottom center |
| E-Filing | CM/ECF required LR 5.1 App. H |
Discovery Limits (LR 26.2)
| Tool | Limit / Authority |
|---|---|
| Interrogatories | Max 40 per party incl. subparts LR 26.2(A) |
| Depositions | Max 6 hours per deponent LR 26.2(B) |
| RFAs / RFPs | No NDGA limit FRCP proportionality FRCP 36/34 |
⚠ Notes: Always verify deadlines against the assigned judge's Standing Order. LR 5.1 updated Dec 1, 2025. Removed cases: time periods run from the filing date in this Court (LR 26.1(B)(4)). Reference only — not legal advice.
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