Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings: Making the Motion and Amending a Pleading in Response (Federal)

Summary

This practice note discusses how to move for judgment on the pleadings and covers topics such as the applicable Rule 12 requirements, motion procedure, when pleadings are deemed closed, who may bring the motion, timing of the motion, what matters may be considered, the grounds for granting the motion, and amending pleadings in response to the motion.