What does it mean when a lawyer files a motion?

There are many types of motions. Each of them can ask the court for any number of things. So the answer to your question depends on the specific type of motion the lawyer filed. For example, when a plaintiff first files a complaint, the defense is likely to file preliminary objections or POs. read more

First, keep in mind that a motion is the only way to ask the Court to do anything in a case. To make something happen or keep something from happening, a motion must be brought (orally or in writing). A motion hearing is the Judge's opportunity to decide whether or not to do what he/she is being asked to do. read more

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What does it mean when a lawyer files a motion to file when out of time A lawyer has filed a motion in my daughters divorce case requesting a leave to file shared parenting plan out of time read more