Narrative Opinion Summary
Appellees' brief was initially due on January 3, 2023, but a first motion for extension was granted, moving the deadline to February 2, 2023. On January 20, 2023, appellees requested a further extension to March 6, 2023, which was granted. The court ordered that the brief must be filed by March 6, 2023, and indicated that additional requests for extensions will be disfavored. The order was issued by the court on January 20, 2023, and was attested by the Clerk of Court, Michael A. Cruz.
Legal Issues Addressed
Extensions of Time for Filing Briefssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The court granted two extensions for the appellees to file their brief, indicating a willingness to accommodate reasonable requests but also setting a firm final deadline.
Reasoning: Appellees' brief was initially due on January 3, 2023, but a first motion for extension was granted, moving the deadline to February 2, 2023. On January 20, 2023, appellees requested a further extension to March 6, 2023, which was granted.
Judicial Discretion in Granting Extensionssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The court exercised its discretion in granting the second extension with a clear notice that further requests for extensions would be disfavored, highlighting the court's control over its docket.
Reasoning: The court ordered that the brief must be filed by March 6, 2023, and indicated that additional requests for extensions will be disfavored.
Role of the Clerk of Courtsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The Clerk of Court, Michael A. Cruz, attested to the court's order, demonstrating the procedural role of the clerk in authenticating court documents.
Reasoning: The order was issued by the court on January 20, 2023, and was attested by the Clerk of Court, Michael A. Cruz.