Rule 44.12 – Ruling on petition

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Within 90 days of the filing of the respondents brief, or the petitioners reply brief if one is filed, the court shall issue its ruling on the petition and its written findings of fact and conclusions of law as required by O.C.G.A. § 9-14-49. Ga. R. Sup. Ct....

Rule 44.11 – Briefing

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Within 60 days after the evidentiary hearing, the petitioner may file any brief and if so directed by the court shall file proposed findings of fact and conclusions of law and a proposed order. Within 90 days after the evidentiary hearing, the respondent may file any...

Rule 44.10 – Preparation of transcript

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The evidentiary hearing shall be transcribed by a court reporter designated by the court hearing the case as set forth in O.C.G.A. § 9-14-50. Within 30 days after the evidentiary hearing, the transcript of the evidentiary hearing shall be made available to the parties...

Rule 44.8 – Pretrial conference

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The court may wish to schedule a pretrial conference with counsel for the petitioner and the respondent and enter an appropriate pretrial order for proceedings in the case. This conference may be conducted with counsel only and by telephone if appropriate. Ga. R. Sup....