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District of New Jersey Extends Standing Orders Responding to COVID Crisis for Several More Months

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As part of the District of New Jersey’s continuing response to the ongoing public health emergency and in light of the current resurgence of COVID-19 in the state, on March 12, 2021, Chief Judge Freda L. Wolfson of the...more

Farrell Fritz, P.C.

Depositions in shorts after the pandemic? Remote depositions are likely becoming the norm, but dress-down shouldn’t

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The legal industry has adapted rather quickly in order to minimize the pandemic’s impacts on the practice of litigation by enacting orders, rules, and practices to keep the wheels of justice turning.  This includes the...more

Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP

Urgence Sanitaire et Prorogation Des Delais Legaux, Judiciaires et Contractuels

Depuis 25 mars 2020, l’ordonnance n°2020-306 a été adoptée par le Gouvernement pour organiser, pendant la « période juridiquement protégée », une prorogation de certains délais échus et l'adaptation des procédures ...more

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Florida Supreme Court Issues New Guidance on Statewide Court Operations

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On June 16, 2020, Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles Canady issued two new administrative orders and a new “best practices” memorandum adopting changes to guidelines for state court pandemic operations....more

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The Virtual Practice of Law Is Becoming More Real Than Virtual

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At this point, after nearly three months of practicing law virtually from home, I think it’s fair to say that what was once novel and experimental has become a kind of new norm for the future....more

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Ninth Judicial Circuit (State) Court Transitions to More In-Person Proceedings

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Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court (State Court) has remained open, relying primarily on teleconference or videoconference for hearings. Starting yesterday, the Ninth Judicial Circuit is...more

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Courts Continue to Loosen COVID-19 Restrictions in Civil Litigation and to Push Civil Cases Forward

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As the weeks under shelter or stay at home orders approach months, more courts are trying to resume closer to “normal” operations, while acknowledging in some cases that certain procedures are still not viable due to the...more

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Civil Litigation Continues to Feel the Effects of COVID-19

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We continue to track the impact of COVID-19 on court operations and parties in civil litigation across the country.  As the weeks pass, COVID-19’s impact on civil litigation is becoming more varied, and sometimes is yielding...more

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Litigation During the Pandemic: Remote Depositions

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No one knows how long we will be living in this COVID-19-inspired Twilight Zone episode. Estimates vary widely over how long shelter in place rules will remain in effect around the country, and no one knows how things will be...more

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Helpful Links to Virtual Courts for Commercial Division Litigators

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Three months ago very few of us regularly communicated by virtual videoconferencing.  Today, it’s fast become a daily routine, and in all likelihood will become a more permanent part of our practice.  Who would have guessed...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

COVID-19 UK: Litigation – English civil courts remain committed to administering justice during the pandemic – Update

Remote trials - In Re Blackfriars Ltd, the High Court rejected arguments that the restrictions imposed in response to the COVID-19 crisis were sufficient reason to adjourn a five-week trial. The trial, which is scheduled...more

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Impact of COVID-19 on Dutch legal proceedings

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As a result of the measures taken by the Dutch government concerning COVID-19, the courts have decided to change the normal course of events. Below you will find the most important information about the current state of...more

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COVID-19 Update: Litigation, Incarceration, and Investigation in the Time of COVID-19

I. Introduction - In ways unimagined less than three weeks ago, the face of in-court litigation in civil and criminal matters transformed seemingly overnight and continue at near breakneck speed....more

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Obtaining Emergency Relief In Commercial Cases Amidst The COVID-19 Crisis

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Civil litigation often starts with an emergency request to maintain the status quo during the lawsuit or ensure the ability to collect damages after victory. To obtain a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction,...more

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How New York Courts Are Navigating the Coronavirus Crisis

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A few weeks back, my colleague Chris Clarke reported on the response of the New York court system to the commercial chaos arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic, including in the court system generally, the Appellate Division,...more

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Courts Are Successfully Using Technology To Stay Operational In The Face Of COVID-19

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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, state and federal courts are taking extraordinary measures in an effort to slow the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Faced with the need to completely or partially shutter courthouses,...more

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Buchalter Client Alert COVID-19: California Local Court Orders Regarding Closure

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During this unprecedented period of COVID-19, we strive to provide our clients with the most accurate and up to date information regarding the status of court operations. To that end, below is a chart with the local court...more

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Civil Litigation in New Jersey Courts

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As community spread of COVID-19 increases throughout the United States, New Jersey joins the growing list of states that have issued a statewide stay-at-home order. To further combat the spread of COVID-19, the Governor of...more

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COVID-19 UK: Litigation – Will English courts take a flexible approach to litigation time limits during the COVID-19 outbreak? –...

On 23 March 2020, the UK Supreme Court (UKSC) published the following update concerning time limits and extensions of time during the COVID-19 outbreak...more

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COVID-19: Business Courts’ Response to the Crisis

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Seyfarth Synopsis: In the wake of COVID-19, courts that deal with a high volume of commercial litigation, including the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, the New York State Commercial Division, and...more

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Covid-19 IP Update: Impact on UK litigation

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Netherlands - Proceedings on the merits in the Netherlands are continuing as normal as possible. This means that new cases can be filed and the exchange of written submissions continues as usual....more

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