Statute of Limitations
Deadline for filing the complaint
CourtFile
Civil Case Timeline Template
Track important deadlines and dates in civil cases.
Timeline Sections
Service Deadlines
Time to serve defendant after filing
Responsive Pleadings
Deadline for answer, demurrer, etc.
Discovery
Deadlines for disclosures, depositions, motions
Motions
Deadlines for filing and responding to motions
Trial
Trial date and pre-trial deadlines
Timeline Formats
Calendar View
Visual representation of all deadlines
List View
Chronological list of deadlines
Countdown
Days remaining until each deadline
Gantt Chart
Visual timeline with dependencies
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the statute of limitations?
The deadline for filing a lawsuit. Varies by claim type and jurisdiction.
How do I calculate deadlines?
Count from the triggering event, excluding weekends and holidays as applicable.