Local Rule 9041-1: Eligible Cases.
Bankr. N.D. Cal. — General rule
9041-1. Eligible Cases.
Unless otherwise ordered by the Judge handling the particular matter, all controversies arising in an adversary proceeding, contested matter, or other dispute in a bankruptcy case, will be eligible for referral to the BDRP except:
(a) Employment and compensation of professionals;
(b) Compensation of trustees and examiners;
(c) Objections to discharge under 11 U.S.C. §727, except where such objections are joined with disputes over dischargeability of debts under 11 U.S.C. §523; and
(d) Matters involving contempt or other types of sanctions.