Judgment on the Pleadings

What is Judgment on the Pleadings?

After the pleadings are closed but within such time as to not delay trial, a party may move for judgment on the pleadings. When matters outside the pleadings are presented the court could decide the matter as a motion for summary judgment after giving each party sufficient time to prepare.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Civil Procedure terms:

• Motion for Substitution of Parties
• Memorandum of Law
• Show Cause Order

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