(a) Generally. Unless made during a hearing or conference, a motion shall be in writing, shall state with particularity the grounds therefor, shall set forth the relief or order sought, and shall be accompanied by a written brief of the points and authorities relied upon. All written motions shall be served in accordance with Rule 210, be filed in accordance with Rule 211, meet the requirements of Rule 212, and be signed in accordance with Rule 213. The hearing officer may order that an oral motion be submitted in writing. Unless otherwise ordered by the hearing officer, if a motion is properly made, the proceeding before the hearing officer shall continue pending the determination of the motion. No oral argument shall be heard on any motion unless the hearing officer otherwise directs.

(b) Opposing and reply briefs. Briefs in opposition to a motion shall be filed within ten days after service of the motion. Reply briefs shall be filed within three days after service of the opposition.

(c) Length limitation. A brief in support of or opposition to a motion shall not exceed ten pages, exclusive of pages containing any table of contents, table of authorities, and/or addendum. Requests for leave to file briefs in excess of ten pages are disfavored.