Impact of COVID-19 on Civil Litigation Deadlines: Key Issues and Considerations | Practical Law

Impact of COVID-19 on Civil Litigation Deadlines: Key Issues and Considerations | Practical Law

An overview of key issues and considerations for counsel on the impact of the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on deadlines in civil litigation. This Practice Note offers guidance for counsel seeking an extension of time, adjournment, or postponement of deadlines at key stages of civil litigation, including deadlines relating to commencement and pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial. It also raises issues for counsel to consider regarding the impact of COVID-19 on various stages of litigation.

Impact of COVID-19 on Civil Litigation Deadlines: Key Issues and Considerations

Practical Law Practice Note Overview w-024-6312 (Approx. 20 pages)

Impact of COVID-19 on Civil Litigation Deadlines: Key Issues and Considerations

by Practical Law Litigation
Law stated as of 26 Apr 2022USA (National/Federal)
An overview of key issues and considerations for counsel on the impact of the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on deadlines in civil litigation. This Practice Note offers guidance for counsel seeking an extension of time, adjournment, or postponement of deadlines at key stages of civil litigation, including deadlines relating to commencement and pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial. It also raises issues for counsel to consider regarding the impact of COVID-19 on various stages of litigation.