A Montana Pretrial Order is a court order issued by the Judge prior to a trial. This order sets the parameters for the conduct of the case, and establishes the procedures and deadlines for the parties involved. The order can include a variety of provisions, such as the deadlines for discovery, motion practice, and expert witness disclosure. It may also set the trial date, and set limits on the number of witnesses and the length of time allowed for trial. There are two types of Montana Pretrial Order: a Scheduling Order and a Status Order. A Scheduling Order outlines a timeline for the completion of certain tasks, such as discovery, motion practice, and expert witness disclosure. A Status Order deals with the status of the case, such as the date of the trial, the number of witnesses, and any changes to the trial date. Both orders are issued by the Judge and must be followed by the parties involved.