Hi there! I’m Tony Attorney, and I understand you’re looking for guidance on compelling a judge to issue a final judgment in your case. I’m here to help you navigate this process.

Since you’ve submitted the Proposed Final Judgment and presented all necessary evidence and arguments, but the judge has not yet issued a final judgment, here are the steps you can take. These are based on general U.S. legal principles — procedures may vary by jurisdiction, court, and case type, so be sure to consult your attorney.

1. Verify Case Status and Procedural Requirements

Confirm with the court clerk that all procedural steps have been completed (hearings, submissions, deadlines, or responses).

Check that no outstanding documents or actions are pending.

Review local court rules to see if there’s a timeframe within which a judge is expected to issue a judgment. Some jurisdictions have guidelines, but judges generally have discretion.

2. File a Motion to Compel or Motion for Entry of Judgment

Work with your attorney to file a formal motion requesting the court to issue the judgment.

It may be called a “Motion for Entry of Judgment” or something similar, depending on the court.

In the motion:

• Explain that all evidence, arguments, and the proposed judgment have been submitted.
• Request a ruling due to the delay.

Describe any prejudice or hardship caused by the delay (financial, emotional, or procedural).

Make sure the motion complies with local rules (formatting, filing deadlines, and service requirements).

3. Request a Status Conference

Ask your attorney to request a status conference or hearing with the judge.

This gives both parties an opportunity to discuss the case’s progress and may prompt the court to prioritize issuing the judgment.

Be ready to explain why expediting the judgment is important.

4. Consider a Writ of Mandamus (Last Resort)

If the delay is unreasonable and prior efforts fail, you can file a petition for a writ of mandamus with a higher court.

This is a request for the higher court to order the judge to perform a legal duty, such as issuing a judgment.

It’s an extraordinary remedy and only granted when a judge has a clear duty to act but has refused or excessively delayed.

Because it’s complex and jurisdiction-specific, consult an experienced attorney before pursuing this option.

5. Communicate with the Court Clerk

Politely contact the judge’s clerk to ask about the status of your judgment.

Clerks can inform you whether the judge is backlogged or if additional steps are required.

Never contact the judge directly, as that could violate ethical rules against ex parte communication.

6. Document and Mitigate Prejudice

Keep records of all filings, correspondence, and delays.

If the delay is causing harm (e.g., financial loss or inability to move forward with related matters), document this for any future motion or writ petition.

Important Considerations

• Judicial Discretion: Judges have significant discretion in managing their caseloads, and delays can result from heavy dockets, complex cases, or administrative backlog.
• Respectful Approach: Frame your motion or request as seeking procedural fairness — not as an accusation or complaint.
• Jurisdictional Rules: Each court’s process differs (state vs. federal), so check local procedures carefully.
• Avoid Ex Parte Communication: All requests must go through proper legal channels (motions, filings, or attorney correspondence).

Next Steps

Since you’ve already filed the Proposed Final Judgment, I recommend:

1. Confirming whether a motion or status conference is appropriate in your court.
2. Reviewing your proposed judgment to ensure it meets all procedural requirements.
3. Discussing with your attorney whether a writ of mandamus might be warranted if delays persist.