Motions and hearings · Question 10 of 10
What is a hearing officer vs a judge?
Some hearings are conducted by associate judges, hearing officers, or referees with delegated authority, whose recommendations or orders may be subjec… General legal information for self-represented litigants—not legal advice.
Short answer
Some hearings are conducted by associate judges, hearing officers, or referees with delegated authority, whose recommendations or orders may be subject to review depending on court rules.
What the court expects
Justice and associate courts use varied titles. Know who will preside and what review rights exist from their rulings.
Practical steps
Read the notice carefully for the presiding official and courtroom number.
Earlier in this series
If you are working through this topic step by step, review "How do I respond to the other side's motion?" before moving to related deadlines and filings.
References and official sources
Cross-check every rule and deadline against current official publications. Links open external government and court resources.
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This Litigation Architect Q&A series provides general legal information for self-represented litigants. It is not legal advice, does not create an attorney-client relationship, and does not guarantee outcomes. Verify all deadlines, rules, and local requirements on your official court docket and with qualified counsel when needed.