A list of proposed jury instructions, followed by the text of each proposed instruction, as well as the specific source and citation for the proposed instructions (e.g., Standardized Civil Jury Instruction for the District of Columbia 2.01: Evidence in the Case) or, for modified or new instructions, specific supporting legal authority. Any variations or alterations of standard jury instructions shall be so noted and the proposed instructions shall be formatted so that each individual instruction begins a new page. Additionally, the parties shall indicate the instructions on which the parties agree; and the instructions on which the parties disagree, with specific objections noted below each disputed instruction and supporting legal authority (if any); a proposed verdict form, as well as proposed special interrogatories (if any), that includes a date and signature line for the jury foreperson. Any objections shall be listed immediately following the voir dire question, jury instruction, or verdict question. The objecting party shall specifically identify the objectionable portion of the voir dire question, instruction, or verdict form, along with the basis of the objection and citations to supporting legal authority. Any objections to the verdict form shall be accompanied by a proposed alternative form. Non-Jury Cases: In non-jury cases, the parties must submit detailed proposed findings of fact and conclusions of law with supporting authorities. Special Matters: The parties shall identify any special considerations for trial, such as accommodations for persons with disabilities, or any other pertinent matters about which the court should be aware. Estimated Length of Trial: List the number of days estimated for trial, and set forth any scheduling problems with witnesses. Cases Requiring an Interpreter: Each party shall identify the names of its proposed interpreters and confirm that each is an experienced interpreter with appropriate credentials. The parties shall attach the C.V. of each proposed interpreter, along with a certification that each proposed interpreter has read and is familiar with the following documents: The General Guidelines for Court Interpreters, United States District Court for the District of Columbia, Office of Interpreting Services;
A list of proposed jury instructions, followed by the text of each proposed instruction, as well as the specific source and citation for the proposed instructions (e.g., Standardized Civil Jury Instruction for the District of Columbia 2.01: Evidence in the Case) or, for modified or new instructions, specific supporting legal authority. Any variations or alterations of standard jury instructions shall be so noted and the proposed instructions shall be formatted so that each individual instruction begins a new page. Additionally, the parties shall indicate the instructions on which the parties agree; and the instructions on which the parties disagree, with specific objections noted below each disputed instruction and supporting legal authority (if any); a proposed verdict form, as well as proposed special interrogatories (if any), that includes a date and signature line for the jury foreperson. Any objections shall be listed immediately following the voir dire question, jury instruction, or verdict question. The objecting party shall specifically identify the objectionable portion of the voir dire question, instruction, or verdict form, along with the basis of the objection and citations to supporting legal authority. Any objections to the verdict form shall be accompanied by a proposed alternative form. Non-Jury Cases: In non-jury cases, the parties must submit detailed proposed findings of fact and conclusions of law with supporting authorities. Special Matters: The parties shall identify any special considerations for trial, such as accommodations for persons with disabilities, or any other pertinent matters about which the court should be aware. Estimated Length of Trial: List the number of days estimated for trial, and set forth any scheduling problems with witnesses. Cases Requiring an Interpreter: Each party shall identify the names of its proposed interpreters and confirm that each is an experienced interpreter with appropriate credentials. The parties shall attach the C.V. of each proposed interpreter, along with a certification that each proposed interpreter has read and is familiar with the following documents: The General Guidelines for Court Interpreters, United States District Court for the District of Columbia, Office of Interpreting Services;
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