What is the purpose of a discovery plan?

• A. To identify the judge assigned to the case
• B. To set out the scope, methods, and schedule for discovery
• C. To determine damages and remedies
• D. To file a motion for summary judgment

Answer: (B)

The purpose of a discovery plan is to lay out how discovery will proceed in the case—defining what information will be sought (scope), the methods that will be used (interrogatories, requests for production, depositions, admissions, etc.), and the schedule for when each step will happen. This keeps discovery focused, efficient, and within the rules, helping to prevent surprise, manage costs, and address practical issues like timing, custodians, and any protective orders or electronic data handling. It’s not about identifying the judge, determining damages, or filing a summary judgment motion, which are separate parts of the case.