The FEC's premature motion for judgment on the pleadings should be denied. All Motions require a Certificate of Conference, with the following exceptions: Motion for Default Judgment, Motion for Summary Judgment and Motion to Dismiss.And the Harris County Defendants filed a motion for judgment on the pleadings. James Harris brings suit against Archer Daniels Midland Company alleging claims arising out of employment. If the action is in a state court, can it be removed to a federal court? A motion for judgment on the pleadings under FRCP 12(c) is designed to dispose of cases before trial where the material facts are not in dispute. (4) Effect of a Motion on a Notice of Appeal. For a detailed explanation of how to oppose summary judgment in a federal court case, see. Come in the form of a motion.