U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts has explained that the new amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure are to “secure the just, speedy, and inexpensive determination of every action and proceeding.” The rules have changed so that the parties, not just the court, are now obligated to ensure efficient litigation. With proper use of the tools provided, the changes will reduce litigation costs, and ensure that discovery is more efficient and with less delay.
As explained in the amendments, the primary goals are to ensure cooperation, proportionality, active judicial management, and clarity around the preservation of electronically stored information. Effective advocacy depends on cooperation. Judges are to take a more proactive role in the case, including continuing close involvement, starting from the scheduling order. The Rule 26(f) meeting is a critical component in ensuring that these goals are accomplished.
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