Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California
Respond to Plaintiff's opposition to Defendant's Demurrer or Motion to Strike?
When a plaintiff has filed an opposition to a defendant's filed demurrer or motion to strike, wondering if a response by the defendant may additionally be filed prior to the hearing, or can the arguments against the plaintiff's opposition to defendant's demurrer or motion to strike be made and additionally submitted, either in writing or orally, to the court and judge at the actual scheduled motion hearing?
Thank you.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Respond to Plaintiff's opposition to Defendant's Demurrer or Motion to Strike?
For a written reply to be considered, it should be submitted 5 court days before the hearing. Nevertheless, different judges see things differently.
Re: Respond to Plaintiff's opposition to Defendant's Demurrer or Motion to Strike?
You can file a written reply, but it must be filed 5 court days (1 week) before the hearing. The scope of oral argument is within the discretion of the judge.