Discovery Motions: Motion to Compel (NJ) | Practical Law

Discovery Motions: Motion to Compel (NJ) | Practical Law

A Practice Note explaining motions to compel discovery in actions pending in the New Jersey Superior Court, Law Division, Civil Part or in non-foreclosure actions in the Chancery Division, General Equity Part. This Note explains the grounds for a motion to compel discovery, strategic considerations, the motion's prerequisites, and how to draft, file, and serve the motion papers. It addresses a potential cross-motion for a protective order and when the court may award reasonable expenses, including attorneys' fees. This Note also discusses post-motion procedure, including what to do when the deficient party fails to comply with an order compelling discovery.

Discovery Motions: Motion to Compel (NJ)

Practical Law Practice Note w-038-4756 (Approx. 23 pages)

Discovery Motions: Motion to Compel (NJ)

by Practical Law Litigation
MaintainedNew Jersey
A Practice Note explaining motions to compel discovery in actions pending in the New Jersey Superior Court, Law Division, Civil Part or in non-foreclosure actions in the Chancery Division, General Equity Part. This Note explains the grounds for a motion to compel discovery, strategic considerations, the motion's prerequisites, and how to draft, file, and serve the motion papers. It addresses a potential cross-motion for a protective order and when the court may award reasonable expenses, including attorneys' fees. This Note also discusses post-motion procedure, including what to do when the deficient party fails to comply with an order compelling discovery.