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Trials (Civil)

Judge Cummings has prepared the following standing orders and procedures for all civil trials.  Parties should carefully review all materials while preparing for a civil trial.  

Standing Order for Preparation of Pretrial Materials 

Trial Conduct and Procedures 

Standard Voir Dire Questions

Standard Preliminary Jury Instructions 

Standard Final Jury Instructions

For all civil jury trials, Judge Cummings will administer a juror questionnaire to all prospective jurors.  The standard questionnaire, which will be further tailored for each case as appropriate, is available HERE.  

 


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