One at One: Trials & Arbitrations During Covid-19

Today’s Issue:

What is happening to New Jersey Civil Law Division cases scheduled for Trial or Arbitration?

Answer:

All petit jury reporting is suspended and all jury trials are postponed “until further notice.” No new jury trials will be scheduled.

Civil Arbitrations scheduled between March 16, 2020 to April 26, 2020 are cancelled, but are being rescheduled. All Arbitration sessions scheduled on or after April 27, 2020 will be held via video or telephone conference.

Resources:

https://njcourts.gov/notices/2020/n200312d.pdf?c=UYg

https://njcourts.gov/notices/2020/n200315a.pdf?c=YuV

https://njcourts.gov/notices/2020/n200327a.pdf?c=hzB

To Learn More about FPSCTT’s Education and School Law Practice, please contact:

Lester Taylor, Partner and Co-Chair
Christine Soto, Partner and Co-Chair
Afshan Ajmiri Giner, Senior Associate

This post is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.