§ 1.4.5 Speaking To Judge or Judge's Staff.

• Jurisdiction: Arizona

§ 1.4.5 Speaking To Judge or Judge’s Staff. Both Rule 3.5 of the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct and Rule 2.9 of the Arizona Code of Judicial Conduct generally prohibit ex parte communications with a judge about a pending or impending matter. An attorney should not discuss a pending matter with a justice or judge. Case-related inquiries should be presented by motion or, when related to scheduling or other administrative matters, directed to the clerk of the court. All appellate courts disapprove of...