Computing and Extending Time in Federal Litigation | Practical Law

Computing and Extending Time in Federal Litigation | Practical Law

A Practice Note examining the computation and extension of time periods under Rule 6 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP). Specifically, this Note explains when FRCP 6 applies, how to compute time periods measured in hours, days, and longer periods of time, when additional days are added to time periods after certain kinds of service, and when the court may extend a time period.

Computing and Extending Time in Federal Litigation

Practical Law Practice Note 1-516-9899 (Approx. 30 pages)

Computing and Extending Time in Federal Litigation

by Practical Law Litigation
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A Practice Note examining the computation and extension of time periods under Rule 6 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP). Specifically, this Note explains when FRCP 6 applies, how to compute time periods measured in hours, days, and longer periods of time, when additional days are added to time periods after certain kinds of service, and when the court may extend a time period.