KY · rules
Jefferson Cir. Ct. Bus. Ct. Docket R. BCR 5.1
Special Master or Discovery Referee
The parties are required under BCR 4.2(m) to consider whether a special
master or discovery referee may assist the efficient resolution of certain issues
in the case, and if so determined, to summarize their views in the Case
Management Report as required under BCR 4.3(g). Issues for consideration in
the appointment of a special master or discovery referee are found in Appendix
2, Guidelines for Appointment of a Special Master or Discovery Referee.
The Business Court Docket judge shall have wide discretion to utilize
independent professionals as may be appointed by the Court under CR 53, or
as may be appointed by the agreement of the parties under terms acceptable to
the Court. When appointing a Special Master or Discovery Referee, the Court
will enter an order that outlines the duties, powers, compensation, and any
other issues relevant to the proposed work of the Special Master or Discovery
Referee.
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- www.kycourts.gov
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- 2026-09-30
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- 2026-09-30
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