Michigan Civil Pre-Trial Schedules are timelines that govern the process for resolving civil disputes before getting to trial. The process begins when a complaint is filed, and the parties are required to engage in discovery, motions practice, and other steps before the case is ready for trial. There are two types of Michigan Civil Pre-Trial Schedules. The first is the Standard Pre-Trial Schedule, which is the default for most civil cases and is designed to move the case efficiently towards a resolution. The Standard Pre-Trial Schedule requires the parties to complete discovery within six months, participate in a pre-trial conference with the court and opposing counsel, and submit any necessary motions within a set time frame. The second type of Michigan Civil Pre-Trial Schedule is the Expedited Pre-Trial Schedule, which is used for cases that require a faster resolution. This schedule shortens the timeline for discovery and motions, and requires the parties to participate in a pre-trial conference within three months of filing the complaint. Both the Standard and Expedited Pre-Trial Schedules require the parties to comply with the timeline set by the court in order to resolve the case in a timely manner. Any delays may result in the case being dismissed or sanctions being imposed.