A. The first hearing shall take on the date and time scheduled by the Court Clerk and stated in the summons issued to the parties. At the first hearing, the Court must advise the parties of their rights, review the pleadings and documents filed with the Court, and discuss key aspects of the case, including general subject matter, future Court dates, and opportunities for settlement.

B. In the interest of saving time, simplifying issues, and avoiding unnecessary litigation, the Court may schedule more pretrial hearings with all parties to a case. (Res. 2021-43; Res. 2020-60)