Local Rule 9006-1: Time Limits

Local Rule 9006-1 Time Limits

(a) Shortening of Notice. When seeking shortened notice the movant should meet the following conditions:

(1) The request to shorten notice must be made by written motion stating the reasons why shortened notice is necessary, identifying the parties affected by the request and describing the service of notice of the request on interested parties and the efforts to coordinate the hearing with the opposing party;

(2) Service and notice for the purpose of this local rule shall be accomplished by using the method best calculated to provide timely notice to the parties served. Such methods may include U.S. mail, electronic transmission, facsimile, overnight courier, or physical delivery. Service must be made upon the trustee, the Bankruptcy Administrator, the debtor, the debtor's attorney, any examiner, any official committee, and any party with a direct interest in the matter; and

(3) Unless otherwise ordered, responses to the substantive motion may be filed at any time prior to the hearing.

(b) Objection to Timing of Hearing on Shortened Notice. If, at or before the hearing on the substantive motion, any party in interest objects to the shortened notice, the moving party shall have the burden of demonstrating good cause for the shortened notice or the court may grant a continuance.