rule 56 federal rules of civil procedure
Rule 56. Rule 56 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure deals with summary judgment. The rule states that a party claiming relief may move for summary judgment on all or part of the claim with or without supporting affidavits.A party against whom relief is sought also may move for summary judgment with or without supporting affidavits.ccording to the rule, a party may move for summary judgment at any time until 30 days after the close of discovery proceedings. A party opposing the motion must file a response within 21 days after the motion is served or a responsive pleading is due, whichever is later.