Counsel on both sides of any lawsuit shall keep the Court informed at all times of any proposed settlement, dismissal or request that a particular case be continued.

If a civil case has been settled, the parties must immediately notify (in writing) the judge assigned to the case.

Any request for a dismissal or continuance of any case must be in writing and shall state specifically the reason(s) for said request. Any request for a continuance shall include the position of opposing counsel as to the request for the continuance.