For example, they see no effect on the number of depositions, the number of discovery disputes, earlier settlement, overall fairness, or time from filing to disposition, just to name a few. The judges tend to believe the Rules are working and are more effective than do the attorneys. The great majority of judges would like to see more involvement by magistrates. Attorneys are less enthused. Judges tend to favor more control and greater limitations on discovery, particularly in the area of experts.
Attorneys tend to favor more flexibility and fewer restrictions.
While the percentages vary, there are many areas in which the judges and attorneys agree. Since 25 percent of both were neutral, I would conclude that they both believe more motions are being filed. The judges and attorneys also have their differences. Only 23 percent of the attorneys feel the judges exercise adequate supervision compared to 40 percent of judges. Not surprisingly, when the judges actions are involved, the judges perceive they are doing better than what the attorneys believe.