Rule 1920.33(b) - Pre-Trial Conference(1) When a divorce case which contains contested claims is at issue, either party may present to the judge assigned to divorce matters a motion for a pre-trial conference. A party requesting a pre-trial conference must first have filed an inventory prepared in compliance with Pa.R.C.P. No. 1920.33(a); the motion requesting the pre-trial conference must so certify.(2) At least five (5) calendar days prior to a scheduled pre-trial conference, each party shall file, serve, and deliver to the trial judge and opposing counsel or party, if unrepresented, a pre-trial statement prepared in compliance with Pa.R.C.P. No. 1920.33(b). This requirement will be strictly enforced. The issues to be addressed at a pre-trial conference shall include settlement, simplification of any unresolved issues, and whether the court or a Hearing Officer will hear any unresolved issues.Beav. Cnty. Pa. 1920.33(b)
Amended effective 3/1/2024