In all interpleader actions, the plaintiff must file a motion requesting that the court set a
scheduling conference. The motion must be filed within 30 days after the first defendant
answers or otherwise appears. At the scheduling conference, the plaintiff must advise the court
about the status of service on all defendants who have not appeared. In addition, the court and
parties will develop a briefing schedule or discovery plan and scheduling order for resolving the
parties’ competing claims. If the plaintiff fails to prosecute the interpleader action by failing to
file the motion required by this rule, the court may dismiss the action. No discharge will be
granted and no plaintiff will be dismissed before the scheduling conference takes place.
