Settlement Conference Statement (L-0052)-2025

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Settlement Conference Statement (L-0052) in our editor.
  2. Begin by filling in your contact information, including your name, address, telephone number, and email address. This section is crucial for identifying the parties involved.
  3. Next, provide details about the case. Describe the nature of the case and any equitable relief being sought. This helps clarify the context for the court.
  4. Indicate the assigned judge and department, along with important dates such as when the complaint was filed and the hearing date.
  5. Assess probabilities of favorable judgments for both plaintiff and cross-complainant. Fill in minimum and maximum potential judgments based on your evaluation.
  6. If applicable, evaluate comparative negligence among parties involved. Assign percentages to each party's negligence.
  7. For personal injury cases, detail injuries, medical expenses, loss of earnings, and any other damages claimed.
  8. State your demand for settlement if you are a plaintiff or your terms if you are a defendant. Include any previous settlement negotiations.
  9. Finally, review all entries for accuracy before signing and submitting the document at least five court days prior to the hearing.

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There are several benefits to a settlement, but there may also be some potential down-sides. PRO: Cannot Be Used Against You: PRO: Gives You Control Over the Outcome: PRO: Quicker Resolution: PRO: Cheaper than Trial: CON: You Dont Get 100%: CON: Might Show Weakness: CON: Might Tip Your Hand:
On the day of the MSC, the parties will either docHub a settlement agreement and begin the process of filing a Judgment with the Court to finalize their case, or, if no agreement can be docHubed, the Court will determine if another MSC is needed, or set the matter for a Trial Readiness Conference (TRC).
Depends on the jurisdiction. Mandatory settlement conferences in Orange County CA where I practice consisted of the parties meeting with the settlement conference officer and try and mediate a resolution. Other jurisdiction it only means the counsel try and hash it out in the hallway.
This article outlines eight tips for getting the best outcome in a settlement conference. Know the Other Party. Avoid Letting Emotions Take Control. Consider the Timing. Have a Clear Objective. Be Prepared. Avoid Bidding Against Yourself. Allow Plenty of Time. Write Clear Terms of Settlement.
List the plaintiffs claims. If you are the defendant, also list your defenses to each of the claims. Briefly state what has happened in the case so far, such as when the complaint was filed, any motions that have been filed and how they were decided, and the date of trial.

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Oftentimes, clients and their counsel will say, Judge, what do you think is a fair settlement?; and Judge, how do you evaluate the case? Parties can even take a more aggressive approach, urging me to convince the other side why theyre wrong and why they have no case. I put them off in the initial caucus by
Did you know that there are ways to settle your dispute without going to court? A settlement conference is one way to settle a court case without a trial. In fact, 80% of cases are resolved in this way.
Usually, though, settling a case during or after a settlement conference is better than trial. It may make it easier to make future agreements with the other party. Its cheaper than trial.

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