Rule 7.1 - Depositions, Discovery, Production Of Documents And Perpetuation Of TestimonyNo discovery or perpetuation of testimony is permitted except by petition for leave of Court or by agreement of the parties.
(a) A petition shall set forth the nature of the discovery sought, the reasons why the discovery is necessary and the time period within which discovery is to be completed. Upon receipt of a petition, any other party seeking discovery shall file a petition within five days unless all parties agree to proceed under L.C.R.O.C. 7.1(b).(b) Parties may request leave of Court to conduct discovery by agreement. The agreement shall be signed by counsel and shall describe the proposed discovery and shall state the time for completion. (The following local rules were enacted prior to September 1, 2016 but still in effect after September 1, 2016.)
Amended effective 9/1/2016.