Section 18.41 - Continuances and changes in place of hearing(a)By the judge. Upon reasonable notice to the parties, the judge may change the time, date, and place of the hearing.(b)By a party's motion. A request by a party to continue a hearing or to change the place of the hearing must be made by motion.(1)Continuances. A motion for continuance must be filed promptly after the party becomes aware of the circumstances supporting the continuance. In exceptional circumstances, a party may orally request a continuance and must immediately notify the other parties of the continuance request.(2)Change in place of hearing. A motion to change the place of a hearing must be filed promptly.