Court date and deadline calculator
This free case date calculator counts calendar days or business days forward or backward from a trigger date, such as the date of service, and can move a result that falls on a weekend to the next business day. It is generic date arithmetic, not a rules-based calculation for any court.
Court date and deadline calculator
Generic date arithmetic only. It does not apply court holidays, local rules, service-method extensions or any jurisdiction's rules of procedure, and it is not legal advice. Always verify deadlines against the applicable rules.
Important limitations
Court deadlines are governed by the rules of procedure, local rules, court orders and statutes that apply to your case. Those rules may exclude the trigger day, treat short periods differently, add days for certain service methods and exclude legal holidays. This calculator does none of that automatically. Use it as a quick estimate, then confirm every deadline against the applicable rules. It is not legal advice.
How to use the calculator
- Enter the trigger date, such as the date a document was served or filed.
- Enter the number of days in the period.
- Choose calendar days or business days (Monday to Friday).
- Choose whether the deadline is after or before the trigger date.
- Decide whether a weekend result should move to the next business day.
Calendar days vs business days
Calendar days count every day, including weekends. Business days skip Saturdays and Sundays. Many rules count calendar days but extend a deadline that falls on a weekend or holiday to the next court day. Holidays are not included in this calculator.
Keep deadlines with the matter
Calculating a date is only the first step; the deadline must be recorded on the right matter and seen by everyone responsible. EvidenceDesk legal calendaring links deadlines to matters and sends reminders.
This content is general information, not legal, tax or accounting advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship. See our disclaimer.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate a court deadline?
Identify the trigger event and the applicable rule, count the period as the rule specifies (often excluding the trigger day), add any days required for the service method and extend a deadline that falls on a weekend or holiday as the rule directs.
Does this calculator account for court holidays?
No. It handles weekends only. Check your court's holiday calendar and rules.
Is this a legal deadline calculator for Florida courts?
No. It is generic date arithmetic and does not apply any specific jurisdiction's rules.
Is this deadline calculator free?
Yes. The calculator is free to use in the browser, with no account required.
Should I rely only on a calculator for court deadlines?
No. Always confirm deadlines against the applicable court rules and orders; the calculator is a planning aid, not legal advice.
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