TCT.5.3.050 Motions

(a) Before filing any motion, a Party shall meet and confer with the opposing Party to determine if the Parties can agree to the relief sought or otherwise narrow the issues. Failure to meet and confer shall be a basis to deny the motion.

(b) Any Party to an administrative appeal may file such motions as appear necessary, together with supporting briefs and affidavits, as appropriate, as well as a verification or exhibit confirming the Parties have met and conferred and were unable to resolve the matter. Parties shall file a proposed order with the motion.

(d) Motions that present an issue of law shall be accompanied by a brief citing relevant authority. Any such motion and accompanying brief may be filed as a single document.

(e) Such motions shall be filed with the Clerk.

(f) Any response shall be filed within fifteen (15) days and may not exceed ten (10) pages without leave of the Tribal Court.

(g) The judge has discretion to order oral argument on any motion.

(h) The Tribal Court shall issue a written order deciding each motion.