Step 7 Prehearing Conference

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-026782",
  "term": "Step 7 Prehearing Conference",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Commonly, about a month prior to the hearing, the presiding ALJ or one of his or her staff attorneys conducts a “Prehearing Conference” by telephone with the parties. The purpose of the Prehearing Conference is to discuss the upcoming hearing and any inquiries the parties may have.60 In particular, the ALJ or his or her staff attorney may inquire as to the progress the parties have made in settling the case; familiarize the parties with the procedures applicable during the hearing; inquire as to the accommodation necessary for the parties or witnesses at the hearing, such as a translator or wheelchair access; and identify the contested issues to be addressed at the hearing.",
  "references": [
    "Office of Administrative Law Judges Citizen’s Guide October 2010 at https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2013-09/documents/citizens-guide.pdf"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/step-7-prehearing-conference/"
}