Local Rule LR 3.19 / LR 5010-1: Reopening Practice
Bankr. S.D. W.Va. — General rule
A motion to reopen a closed Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy case shall state with particularity the grounds for the relief sought. The U.S. Trustee and any party affected by a reopening of the case shall be served with a copy of the motion and any supporting documents.
The Court shall schedule a hearing on the motion to reopen. The movant has the burden of showing proper grounds for the reopening of a case. Whether or not a case is reopened is within the sole discretion of the Bankruptcy Judge. If the motion to reopen is granted, the Court will determine if a fee is required.
If the case is reopened to add a debt for some other reason not requiring further administration of the case by a trustee, the movant has the duty to prepare a proposed order closing the case.
Cross reference 11 U.S.C. § 350(b) Appendix A (Fees)