Do I have to serve the other side?

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   Phillip Smith

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   Answered January 04, 2012 16:23. Read the local rules and also check with your judge's clerk to determine if this particular judge has any special rules and filing requirements. Also don't forget to check the filing requirements for motions in limine.

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   Frank Chen

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   Answered January 04, 2012 16:05. Yes, absolutely, but the timing depends upon the county and court in which your trial will be held. It is imperative that you carefully study the local rules of that court.
   
   However, generally speaking, you need to serve the exhibit lists, witness lists, and jury instructions well ahead of your final status conference or trial readiness conference. In fact, many judges require that the parties submit JOINT witness and exhibit lists.

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   John Addison Vos

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   Answered January 10, 2012 23:49. yes. it has to be fair. the other side gets to see your cards, just as you get to see theirs.

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