February 2016 Federal Civil Practice Newsletter

By John J. Holevas

A highlight of five of the most significant changes to the discovery rules of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.

By Ambrose V. McCall

The case law and practice in the Central and Southern District suggest being mindful of all the local rules, including the following specific rules when preparing summary judgment motions and response briefs.

By Jo Anna Pollock

Summary judgment motions are paper trials and, as such, several strategic decisions need to be made before you decide whether to file the motion or how to oppose one.

By Ken Stalkfleet

The Supreme Court’s recent decision in Campbell-Ewald Co. v. Gomez closes the door on one strategy for rendering a case moot prior to class certification while providing guideposts for possible future strategies.