Local Rule L.R. 83-3.1.4.2: Duties of the Chief Judge
C.D. Cal. — Attorney rule
L.R. 83-3.1.4.2 Duties of the Chief Judge. If the Chief Judge is recused or otherwise is unavailable to perform the duties as outlined in this rule, the duties shall be referred to the next available district judge in regular active service who is senior in commission of all the active judges.