March Madness, Meet Motion Practice: Texas Adds a Summary Judgment Shot Clock

Just in time for March Madness, Texas has put summary judgment on a shot clock. Effective March 1, 2026 (for motions filed on or after that date), the amended Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 166a replaces a hearing-driven rhythm with a schedule keyed to the motion’s filing date. In practical terms, the process should feel less like an unpredictable...... By: Hicks Johnson