Plaintiffs did not file their opposition until January 24, 2003, 16 days later, thus exceeding the filing deadline. Next, the defendants move to strike the plaintiff's witness and exhibits lists because they were similarly not timely filed.It appears that Counterclaimant is also attempting to bring in new parties through the filing of this "Motion to Strike. " This is improper because the federal. For nonjury cases all exceptions, motions and pleas must be filed three days before the scheduled trial before the court. Any motion in a case that has not been filed with the District Clerk. The defendants have filed motions for summary judgment, as well as filing two motions to strike some of the plaintiff's filings. In this case, context is key. The form necessary to file a "motion for leave to proceed in forma pauperis" is available in the U.S. District Clerk's Office. This video describes the grounds and general procedures to file a motion to strike a complaint in a Connecticut civil lawsuit.