Local Rule 2016-2: Application for Allowance of Compensation and Expenses for Professionals

2016-2. Application for Allowance of Compensation and Expenses for Professionals.

(a) FRBP 2016. Applications for allowance of compensation and expenses for professionals must conform with FRBP 2016.

(b) U.S. Trustee Guidelines; CSD 1143. Except as otherwise set forth in subsection (e) below, all applications for professional fees must comply with the United States Trustee Guidelines for Reviewing Applications for Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses. These requirements include a categorized listing of services rendered attached as an exhibit to the application. In addition, all fee applications must be accompanied by an analysis that substantially conforms to Local Form CSD 1143.

(c) Large Cases. Applications in large cases, as defined by the United States Trustee Guidelines for Reviewing Applications for Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses, must comply with these guidelines applicable to large cases.

(d) Reference to Retention Date. The initial fee application must include the date of entry of the order authorizing employment and the effective date of the order.

(e) Chapter 13 Cases. LBR 2016-2(b) does not apply to applications for professional fees in a chapter 13 case unless the amount of fees sought is in excess of fees set forth in the currently effective guidelines governing chapter 13 attorney fees issued by the Court.