Civil Litigation Templates
Professional Case Management Templates
Streamline your civil litigation practice with these professional templates for case management, deadline tracking, and court scheduling. All templates are provided in CSV format for easy import into spreadsheet applications.
Case Timeline Templates
- • Master case timeline
- • Discovery schedule
- • Motion calendar
Deadline Tracking
- • Court deadline tracker
- • Service deadline log
- • Appeal deadline tracker
Practice Management
- • Client matter list
- • Court appearance log
- • Document filing tracker
Available Templates
Case Timeline Template
Comprehensive timeline template for tracking all major milestones in civil litigation from filing through trial. Includes standard deadlines based on federal rules.
Features:
- • Key litigation milestones
- • Calculated deadlines from filing
- • Responsible party tracking
- • Status and notes columns
Discovery Schedule Template
Detailed discovery timeline with all major discovery events, deadlines, and rule references. Perfect for complex litigation with extensive discovery.
Features:
- • Complete discovery timeline
- • FRCP rule references
- • Expert disclosure deadlines
- • Deposition scheduling
Motion Calendar Template
Track all motion practice deadlines including filing, response, reply, and hearing dates. Essential for complex litigation with multiple motions.
Features:
- • Motion type categorization
- • All response deadlines
- • Hearing date tracking
- • Status monitoring
Custom Template Builder
Need a custom template for your specific practice area or court? Our template builder can create personalized deadline tracking templates.
Custom Options:
- • State-specific rules
- • Practice area customization
- • Local court rules
- • Firm-specific workflows
How to Use These Templates
Download Template
Click the download button to get the CSV file. Save it to your computer in a location you'll remember.
Open in Spreadsheet
Open the CSV file in Excel, Google Sheets, or your preferred spreadsheet application. The columns will automatically format.
Customize & Use
Replace placeholder dates and case information with your actual case details. Add or remove rows as needed.
Template Best Practices
💡 Pro Tips for Template Success
Template Management
- • Create a master template folder
- • Version control your templates
- • Backup templates regularly
- • Share templates with your team
- • Update templates when rules change
Case Application
- • Verify dates with deadline calculators
- • Check local court rules
- • Set calendar reminders
- • Include buffer time for preparation
- • Document any modifications
Integrate with Our Calculators
🔗 Enhanced Accuracy
Use our deadline calculators to verify and populate dates in your templates. This ensures maximum accuracy and compliance with current rules.