Azor El v. Salov

Purpose of the Order

The case was reassigned to United States District Judge Jennifer L. Rochon. The court directed all counsel and the plaintiff, who is proceeding without a lawyer, to familiarize themselves with Judge Rochon’s individual rules, including her rules for civil cases involving parties without lawyers.

Effect of Reassignment

Unless the court orders otherwise, all prior orders, dates, and deadlines remain in effect despite the reassignment. Conferences or oral arguments before, or directed by, the magistrate judge will proceed as previously ordered. Previously scheduled appearances or conferences before the district judge are postponed until the court provides further notice.

Required Joint Status Letter

The parties must confer and prepare a joint letter updating the court on the status of the case. The defendants must file the letter electronically and serve it on the plaintiff within three weeks after the order was filed. The letter may not exceed four pages and must separately address, to the extent relevant:

- The names and current contact information of counsel and the plaintiff; - The nature of the case and principal defenses; - The basis for federal jurisdiction and venue, including citizenship information required for a diversity case; - Existing deadlines and scheduled dates; - Previously scheduled but not yet held conferences; - Outstanding motions and the relief sought; - Pending appeals; - Discovery completed and discovery still needed for meaningful settlement discussions; - The status of prior settlement discussions without stating exact offers or demands; - Whether the parties have discussed a settlement conference, mediation, or a private mediator; - The estimated trial length; and - Other information that could help move the case toward settlement or trial.

If the case has already been settled or otherwise terminated, the parties do not need to submit the letter or appear, provided that proof of termination is filed before the letter’s deadline. Requests to extend dates not affected by the order must comply with Judge Rochon’s individual rules.

Practice Rules and Service

The Clerk was directed to mail the order, Judge Rochon’s civil-case rules, and her civil pro se rules to Jean Azor El. Those rules address communications with the court, filing and service, discovery disputes, motions, pretrial submissions, trial procedures, and electronic devices. The opinion does not describe the claims, defenses, or merits of the dispute.

Disposition

This is a case-management and reassignment order. It does not grant or deny a merits motion, resolve any claim, or enter judgment.