Sample Letter for Amended Scheduling Order in South Dakota Date: [Insert Date] [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip] [Judge's Name] [Judge's Designation] [Judge's Address] [City, State, Zip] RE: Case No. [Insert Case Number] [Plaintiff's Name] v. [Defendant's Name] Dear [Judge's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to respectfully request an amendment to the current scheduling order in the above-mentioned case. Due to unforeseen circumstances and for the efficient and fair resolution of this matter, I believe it is necessary to modify the existing timeline. Considering the circumstances, I propose the following amended scheduling order: 1. Extension of Discovery Period: As both parties require additional time to gather and exchange necessary documents, I suggest extending the discovery period by [Specify number of days/weeks]. 2. Affidavit Deadlines: To accommodate the revised timeline, it is essential to reschedule the deadlines for filing affidavits of witnesses and experts. I propose extending the deadline by [Specify number of days/weeks]. 3. Supplemental Witness and Expert List Deadlines: Given the extended discovery period, I kindly request an extension of the deadline for both parties to provide supplemental witness and expert lists. I suggest rescheduling this deadline by [Specify number of days/weeks]. 4. Motion Filing Deadlines: To align with the amended schedule, I propose adjusting the deadlines for filing motions. It is crucial that both parties have adequate time to review the discovery materials before proceeding with any motions. Therefore, I suggest extending the filing deadlines for motions by [Specify number of days/weeks]. 5. Pretrial Conference Date: In light of the amended schedule, it is necessary to reschedule the pretrial conference to ensure sufficient time for preparation. I kindly request that the pretrial conference be held on [Specify new date]. [Optional: Include reasons justifying the need for the amended scheduling order, such as unexpected medical or personal circumstances, complex nature of the case, unavailability of key witnesses or experts, etc.] I am hopeful that the proposed amendments to the scheduling order will benefit both parties and contribute to a fair and just resolution. I am open to discussing this matter further and would be more than willing to accommodate any changes or adjustments that the court suggests. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I look forward to your favorable consideration. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Attorney's Name if applicable] [Contact Information] Types of South Dakota Sample Letters for Amended Scheduling Orders: 1. Sample Letter for Amended Scheduling Order in Civil Litigation 2. Sample Letter for Amended Scheduling Order in Family Court 3. Sample Letter for Amended Scheduling Order in Criminal Proceedings 4. Sample Letter for Amended Scheduling Order in Small Claims Court.