Local Rule 2014-1: Employment of Professionals

2014-1. Employment of Professionals.

(a) Chapter 11 Debtor; Case Initiation: Chapter 11 debtors within 30 days from the Petition Date must file an application to retain all professionals as of the outset of the case in accordance with FRBP 2014(a) along with a Declaration of disinterestedness and the proposed order. Otherwise, a noticed motion is required.

(b) Other Professionals. The application for employment of chapter 11 debtor professionals entering a case at a later date or applications by a trustee, official committee, or other party where Court approval is required, must conform to FRBP 2014(a) and be filed within 30 days from the commencement of employment. Otherwise, a noticed motion is required.

(c) U.S. Trustee Statement of Position. Applications to employ counsel and other professionals must first be submitted to the U.S. Trustee as provided in LBR 9034-1.

(d) Required Information. Any application to employ professionals must include a copy of the FRBP 2016(b) disclosure statement, if applicable, and a copy of any retainer agreement, guarantee, security agreement, or other agreement relevant to the employment. A contract for employment must not contain an arbitration provision or other provisions inconsistent with employment as a bankruptcy professional.

(e) Substitution. The substitution of an attorney for the debtor also must comply with the Bankruptcy Code, Bankruptcy Rules, and this Local Bankruptcy Rule.