Local Rule 1014-1: Transfers of Divisional Venue Within District

Local Rule 1014-1 Transfers of Divisional Venue Within District

(a) Notice and Motion. A request to change the divisional venue of a case or adversary proceeding shall be made as follows:

(1) By filing a motion setting forth the reasons supporting the change and evidencing the approval or disapproval of the Bankruptcy Administrator;

(2) By providing notice of the opportunity for hearing to all parties in interest consistent with Local Rule 9013-1(e);

(3) By filing a certificate of service of the notice by the movant evidencing service on all parties in interest; and

(4) By uploading a proposed order after the objection period has expired or, if a response is filed, after the hearing.

(b) Rescheduling and Renoticing of First Meeting. If made necessary by a change of venue and unless otherwise ordered, the moving party shall be responsible for rescheduling the § 341 meeting of creditors in consultation with the Bankruptcy Administrator and the trustee, if any. The moving party shall serve notice of the rescheduled § 341 meeting of creditors on all parties in interest and file a certificate of service evidencing such notice.

(c) Special Settings. At the discretion of the judge, a special setting may be held in a division other than the venue of the case.