Judge Thomas M. Horan
Individual Rules, Standing Orders & Policies
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Limits & Logistics
Document Limits
Courtesy Copies
Certificate Of No Objection, Certification Of Counsel
- Upon Filing
Courtesy copies
- 1 copy • Email
- 2 copies
Communication
Chambers
Phone
Chambers
Letter via ECF
Chambers
Page & Word Limits2 rules
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the parties may submit letters (by filing them on the docket), not to exceed five pages, in lieu of formal motion papers.
Summary: Letters submitted in lieu of formal motion papers for discovery/administrative matters are limited to 5 pages.
Letter
5 pages
Applies to: Attorney
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the parties may submit letters (by filing them on the docket), not to exceed five pages, in lieu of formal motion papers.
Summary: Discovery dispute letters are limited to 5 pages.
Letter
5 pages
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Document Format Requirements11 rules
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Agendas must contain hyperlinks to all relevant pleadings.
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All redlined documents supplied to the Court, whether by a filing or in a printed copy delivered to Chambers, shall be in color.
Summary: Redlined documents provided to the Court must be in color.
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Please provide email chambers with a virtual, hyperlinked hearing agenda and a .zip file containing .pdf copies of all relevant filings.
Summary: Email chambers a hyperlinked hearing agenda and a zip file of PDF copies of all relevant filings.
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No later than the date that is two weeks prior to the fee application hearing, please provide chambers with (i) a single consolidated electronic binder (in a searchable PDF file) containing copies of all fee applications under consideration, including supporting documentation such as individual monthly fee applications; and (ii) a hard copy of the fee binder.
Summary: Fee application binders must be a consolidated electronic binder in searchable PDF and a hard copy.
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If multiple exhibits are to be used at a hearing, they should be sent via zip file, appropriately identified by Exhibit Number and a brief description of the document.
Summary: Multiple exhibits should be sent via zip file with identification by exhibit number and brief description.
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Please do not send hard copies of exhibits to the Court.
Summary: Hard copies of exhibits should not be sent to the Court.
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If multiple exhibits are to be used at a hearing, they should be sent via zip file, appropriately identified by Exhibit Number and a brief description of the document.
Summary: Multiple exhibits should be sent as a zip file with exhibit numbers and descriptions.
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Please do not send hard copies of exhibits to the Court.
Summary: Hard copies of exhibits must not be sent to the Court.
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All redlined documents supplied to the Court, whether by a filing or in a printed copy delivered to Chambers, shall be in color.
Summary: Redlined documents must be in color.
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A font size of 10 point is acceptable to maintain a single-page pleading.
Summary: Pro hac vice motions may use 10-point font to maintain a single-page pleading.
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A font size of 10 point is acceptable to maintain a single-page pleading.
Summary: A font size of 10 point is acceptable for pro hac vice motions to maintain a single page.
Document Filing Requirements29 rules
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A Zoom hearing is an official court proceeding. Appropriate conduct and courtroom attire is required. Disruptions or inappropriate behavior may result in removal. Under no circumstances may any Zoom participant photograph, record, or broadcast the proceedings or the participants.
Summary: Appropriate conduct and attire required for Zoom hearings; no recording or broadcasting allowed.
Document Type
Zoom Hearing
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Please email chambers a virtual, hyperlinked hearing agenda and a .zip file containing .pdf copies of all relevant filings.
Summary: Chambers must be emailed a virtual hyperlinked hearing agenda and a zip file of PDF copies of relevant filings.
Document Type
Hearing Agenda
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All agendas for in-person proceedings must include the following: This proceeding will be conducted in-person. All counsel and witnesses are expected to attend unless permitted to appear remotely via Zoom.
Summary: Agendas for in-person proceedings must state that the proceeding is in-person and counsel/witnesses are expected to attend unless permitted to appear remotely.
Document Type
Agenda
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If a hearing is canceled or changed, counsel should promptly file an amended agenda to inform other parties-in-interest of the change.
Summary: If a hearing is canceled or changed, an amended agenda must be promptly filed to inform other parties.
Document Type
Amended Agenda
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The filing must contain the identity of each witness and the scope of the anticipated testimony, and list all exhibits, with reference to the applicable docket index number (if there is one).
Summary: Witness and exhibit list filings must include witness identity, scope of testimony, and exhibit list with docket index numbers.
Document Type
Witness Exhibit List
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Counsel shall provide each witness with a physical copy of an exhibit binder, containing all exhibits that counsel intends to use during any direct examination of a witness.
Summary: Counsel must provide each witness with a physical exhibit binder containing all exhibits to be used during direct examination.
Document Type
Witness Exhibit Binder
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Please provide chambers with a binder containing copies of all proofs of claim (with all attachments) along with the objection to those claims.
Summary: Chambers must be provided with a binder containing copies of all proofs of claim with attachments and objections.
Document Type
Claims Binder
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Notices of Completion of Briefing must be filed containing hyperlinks to all relevant pleadings.
Summary: Notices of Completion of Briefing must be filed with hyperlinks to all relevant pleadings.
Document Type
Notice Of Completion Of Briefing
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please attach, as an exhibit, the proposed form of order.
Summary: Motions must include the proposed form of order as an exhibit.
Document Type
Motion
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When filing a motion or brief that cites to a ruling from a court outside this jurisdiction that is not readily available on Lexis or Westlaw (e.g., transcripts containing bench rulings), a copy of the ruling must be provided to the Court as an exhibit.
Summary: Motions or briefs citing out-of-jurisdiction rulings not available on Lexis/Westlaw must include a copy of the ruling as an exhibit.
Document Type
Motion
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Motions for pro hac vice must comply with Local Form 105.
Summary: Motions for pro hac vice admission must comply with Local Form 105.
Document Type
Motion
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The motion requesting shortened notice shall include the averment of Delaware counsel as required by Del. Bankr. L.R. 9006-1(e).
Summary: Motion to shorten notice must include averment of Delaware counsel.
Document Type
Motion To Shorten Notice
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All requests for remote participation by witnesses must be emailed to chambers (copying all affected parties) by no later than 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) three business days prior to the hearing and explain why the extraordinary relief of permitting a witness to appear by Zoom should be granted.
Summary: Remote witness requests must include an explanation of why Zoom appearance is warranted.
Document Type
Remote Witness Request
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The filing must contain the identity of each witness and the scope of the anticipated testimony, and list all exhibits, with reference to the applicable docket index number (if there is one).
Summary: Witness and exhibit list must include witness identity, scope of testimony, and exhibits with docket index numbers.
Document Type
Witness And Exhibit List
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If a hearing is canceled or changed, counsel should promptly file an amended agenda to inform other parties-in-interest of the change.
Summary: File an amended agenda promptly if a hearing is canceled or changed.
Document Type
Amended Agenda
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Agendas must contain hyperlinks to all relevant pleadings.
Summary: Agendas must include hyperlinks to all relevant pleadings.
Document Type
Agenda
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All agendas for in-person proceedings must include the following: This proceeding will be conducted in-person. All counsel and witnesses are expected to attend unless permitted to appear remotely via Zoom. Please refer to Judge Horan’s Chambers Procedures and the Court’s website (http://www.deb.uscourts.gov/ecourt-appearances) for information on who may participate remotely, the method of allowed participation (video or audio), Judge Horan’s expectations of remote participants, and the advance registration requirements. Registration is required by 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) the business day before the hearing unless otherwise noticed using the eCourt Appearances tool available on the Court’s website.
Summary: In-person hearing agendas must include specific language about in-person conduct and registration deadline.
Document Type
Agenda
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All agendas for remote proceedings must include the following: This proceeding will be conducted remotely via Zoom. Please refer to Judge Horan’s Chambers Procedures and the Court’s website (http://www.deb.uscourts.gov/ecourt-appearances) for information on the method of allowed participation (video or audio), Judge Horan’s expectations of remote participants, and the advance registration requirements. Registration is required by 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) the business day before [or, for a first day hearing, one-hour prior to] the hearing unless otherwise noticed using the eCourt Appearances tool available on the Court’s website.
Summary: Remote hearing agendas must include specific language about remote conduct and registration deadline.
Document Type
Agenda
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Counsel shall provide each witness with a physical copy of an exhibit binder, containing all exhibits that counsel intends to use during any direct examination of a witness.
Summary: Counsel must provide each witness with a physical exhibit binder containing all exhibits for direct examination.
Document Type
Witness Exhibit Binder
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Notices of Completion of Briefing must be filed containing hyperlinks to all relevant pleadings.
Summary: Notices of Completion of Briefing must include hyperlinks to all relevant pleadings.
Document Type
Notice Of Completion Of Briefing
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When filing a certificate of no objection or certification of counsel, please attach, as an exhibit, the proposed form of order.
Summary: When filing a certificate of no objection or certification of counsel, attach the proposed order as an exhibit.
Document Type
Certificate Of No Objection
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Motions for pro hac vice must comply with Local Form 105.
Summary: Pro hac vice motions must comply with Local Form 105.
Document Type
Motion For Pro Hac Vice
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All participants must use their full names when registering and logging into Zoom or will not be granted access to the hearing.
Summary: Participants must use full names when registering and logging into Zoom hearings.
Document Type
Zoom Registration
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When filing a motion or brief that cites to a ruling from a court outside this jurisdiction that is not readily available on Lexis or Westlaw (e.g., transcripts containing bench rulings), a copy of the ruling must be provided to the Court as an exhibit.
Summary: When citing unpublished authority from outside the jurisdiction, provide a copy as an exhibit.
Document Type
Motion Or Brief
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file a notice of settlement or notice of adjournment of trial in the adversary proceeding.
Summary: File a notice of settlement or adjournment if a matter settles.
Document Type
Notice Of Settlement
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Proposed orders will be considered after an e-order has been uploaded.
Summary: Proposed orders are considered only after an e-order has been uploaded.
Document Type
Proposed Order
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Parties to an adversary proceeding or contested matter that will involve discovery and the presentation of evidence are encouraged to submit a proposed Joint Pretrial Order (or, if the parties are unable to agree, to submit competing forms of order).
Summary: Parties to adversary proceedings or contested matters involving discovery/evidence are encouraged to submit a joint pretrial order, or competing forms if unable to agree.
Document Type
Pretrial Order
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When submitting final fee applications, all previously approved fee applications need not be provided, unless there is a dispute regarding a prior interim award.
Summary: Previously approved fee applications need not be included in final fee application submissions unless there is a dispute.
Document Type
Final Fee Application
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Parties to an adversary proceeding or contested matter that will involve discovery and the presentation of evidence are encouraged to submit a proposed Joint Pretrial Order (or, if the parties are unable to agree, to submit competing forms of order).
Summary: Parties are encouraged to submit a proposed Joint Pretrial Order or competing forms.
Document Type
Joint Pretrial Order
Filing & Service rules
Electronic Filing Rules
Proposed orders will only be considered after the associated e-order has been uploaded.
Proposed orders will be considered after an e-order has been uploaded.
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Filing Timing and Cure Windows
Zoom hearing registration required by 4:00 p.m. business day prior, or 1 hour prior for emergency/first day hearings.
When an individual will participate remotely over Zoom, participants are required to register for the hearing no later than 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) the business day prior to the scheduled hearing by using the eCourtAppearances tool. The deadline to register for first day and emergency hearings is one hour prior to the hearing.
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Page 2 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Plan confirmation documents must be filed and served by 4:00 p.m. Eastern three business days before the hearing.
Except as may otherwise be ordered, any proposed order confirming a plan, any brief in support of plan confirmation, and any other document or pleading that a plan proponent may wish to have considered at or in connection with a plan confirmation hearing must be filed and served by no later than 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) three business days before the plan confirmation hearing.
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Page 2 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Agendas must be filed and emailed to chambers by noon Eastern two days before the hearing.
Agendas must be filed and e-mailed to chambers by noon (Eastern time) two days before the scheduled hearing.
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Witness and exhibit lists must be filed by 4:00 p.m. Eastern three business days before a hearing.
If parties intend to call witnesses and/or introduce exhibits at a hearing, they must file a witness and exhibit list by no later than 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) three business days before the hearing.
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Page 3 | Witnesses and Exhibits
Requests for remote witness participation must be emailed to chambers by 4:00 p.m. Eastern three business days before the hearing with explanation.
All requests for remote participation by witnesses must be emailed to chambers (copying all affected parties) by no later than 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) three business days prior to the hearing and explain why the extraordinary relief of permitting a witness to appear by Zoom should be granted.
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Registration for remote participation is required by 4:00 p.m. Eastern the business day before the hearing, or one hour prior for first day hearings.
Registration is required by 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) the business day before [or, for a first day hearing, one-hour prior to] the hearing unless otherwise noticed using the eCourt Appearances tool available on the Court's website.
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Page 4 | Agendas and Binders
Two weeks before a fee application hearing, provide chambers with a consolidated searchable PDF electronic binder and a hard copy fee binder.
No later than the date that is two weeks prior to the fee application hearing, please provide chambers with (i) a single consolidated electronic binder (in a searchable PDF file) containing copies of all fee applications under consideration, including supporting documentation such as individual monthly fee applications; and (ii) a hard copy of the fee binder.
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Page 4 | Agendas and Binders
Responses to letters or motions must be filed by noon two days before the scheduled hearing.
Any response to a letter or motion must be filed no later than at noon, two days before the hearing.
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Page 5 | Discovery Disputes and Case Administration Matters
Counsel cannot schedule a hearing requiring shortened notice until an order shortening time is entered.
Counsel may not set a motion for hearing, on a date that would require shortened notice, before an order shortening time is entered.
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Page 1 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Plan confirmation documents must be filed and served by 4:00 p.m. ET three business days before the hearing.
Except as may otherwise be ordered, any proposed order confirming a plan, any brief in support of plan confirmation, and any other document or pleading that a plan proponent may wish to have considered at or in connection with a plan confirmation hearing must be filed and served by no later than 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) three business days before the plan confirmation hearing.
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Page 2 | Plan Confirmation Hearings
Exhibits not on the docket must be supplied in PDF format by email no later than 24 hours before the hearing.
If an exhibit is not on the docket, counsel should supply the exhibit by e-mail, in PDF format, to all relevant parties and to chambers as soon as possible, but no later than 24 hours before the hearing.
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Page 3 | Witnesses and Exhibits
Remote witness requests must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. Eastern three business days before the hearing.
All requests for remote participation by witnesses must be emailed to chambers (copying all affected parties) by no later than 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) three business days prior to the hearing and explain why the extraordinary relief of permitting a witness to appear by Zoom should be granted.
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Agendas and binders must be filed, emailed, and delivered by noon Eastern two days before the hearing.
Agendas must be filed and e-mailed to chambers, and binders delivered to chambers, by noon (Eastern time) two days before the scheduled hearing.
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Witness and exhibit list must be filed by 4:00 p.m. Eastern three business days before the hearing.
If parties intend to call witnesses and/or introduce exhibits at a hearing, they must file a witness and exhibit list by no later than 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) three business days before the hearing.
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Page 3 | Witnesses and Exhibits
Registration for remote hearings is required by 4:00 p.m. Eastern the business day before, or one hour before for first day hearings.
Registration is required by 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) the business day before [or, for a first day hearing, one-hour prior to] the hearing unless otherwise noticed using the eCourt Appearances tool available on the Court’s website.
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Registration for in-person hearings is required by 4:00 p.m. Eastern the business day before the hearing.
Registration is required by 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) the business day before the hearing unless otherwise noticed using the eCourt Appearances tool available on the Court’s website.
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Page 4 | Agendas
Provide chambers with a consolidated electronic binder (searchable PDF) and hard copy of fee binder two weeks before the fee application hearing.
No later than the date that is two weeks prior to the fee application hearing, please provide chambers with (i) a single consolidated electronic binder (in a searchable PDF file) containing copies of all fee applications under consideration, including supporting documentation such as individual monthly fee applications; and (ii) a hard copy of the fee binder.
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Page 4 | Fee Applications
Responses to discovery dispute letters or motions must be filed by noon, two days before the hearing.
Any response to a letter or motion must be filed no later than at noon, two days before the hearing.
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Page 5 | Discovery Disputes and Case Administration Matters
Unexplained delays in filing agendas or submitting hearing binders may result in hearing delay or rescheduling.
If there is an unexplained delay in filing the agenda and submitting hearing binders, the hearing may be delayed or rescheduled.
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Page 3 | Agendas and Binders
Motion to shorten notice must be filed at the same time as the underlying motion.
Such a motion should be filed contemporaneously with the motion seeking the relief in question.
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Page 1 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Hearings on discovery dispute letters are typically set no less than ten days after filing.
Absent an emergency that would warrant shorter notice, such a hearing will typically be set no less than ten days after the filing of the letter.
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Page 5 | Discovery Disputes and Case Administration Matters
Hearings on discovery-related letters are typically scheduled no less than 10 days after filing, absent an emergency.
Absent an emergency that would warrant shorter notice, such a hearing will typically be set no less than ten days after the filing of the letter.
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Page 5 | Discovery Disputes and Case Administration Matters
Parties are encouraged to submit a redline of agreed changes to a proposed order 1 hour before the start of the hearing, where possible.
If the parties reach an agreement on changes to a proposed order in advance of a hearing, the parties are encouraged to submit a redline showing those changes, where possible, one hour before the start of the hearing.
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Page 6 | Redlines of Proposed Orders
Parties are encouraged to submit a redline of agreed changes to a proposed order one hour before the hearing.
If the parties reach an agreement on changes to a proposed order in advance of a hearing, the parties are encouraged to submit a redline showing those changes, where possible, one hour before the start of the hearing.
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Page 6 | Redlines of Proposed Orders
Service and Proof of Service Rules
Exhibits not on the docket must be emailed in PDF format to parties and the Court no later than 24 hours before the hearing.
If an exhibit is not on the docket, please supply such exhibit by email (in .pdf format) to all relevant parties and to the Court as soon as possible, but no later than 24 hours before the hearing.
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Page 3 | Witnesses and Exhibits
After filing a Notice of Completion of Briefing, email a copy to chambers.
After filing, please e-mail chambers a copy of the Notice.
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Page 4 | Agendas and Binders
Exhibits not on the docket must be emailed in PDF to parties and chambers by 24 hours before the hearing.
If an exhibit is not on the docket, counsel should supply the exhibit by e-mail, in PDF format, to all relevant parties and to chambers as soon as possible, but no later than 24 hours before the hearing.
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Page 3 | Witnesses and Exhibits
Courtesy Copy Requirements
Counsel must email a courtesy copy to chambers when submitting a letter in lieu of formal motion papers.
Counsel shall also e-mail a courtesy copy to chambers
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Page 5 | Discovery Disputes and Case Administration Matters
When supplying exhibits by email, provide chambers with two copies of each exhibit binder.
At the same time, please provide chambers with two copies of each exhibit binder.
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Page 3 | Witnesses and Exhibits
E-mail a courtesy copy of the discovery dispute letter to chambers.
Counsel shall also e-mail a courtesy copy to chambers
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Page 5 | Discovery Disputes and Case Administration Matters
Do not send certificate of no objection or certification of counsel binders to chambers.
Please do not send certificate of no objection binders and certification of counsel binders to chambers.
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Page 5 | Certificate of No Objection and Certification of Counsel Binders
Filing Bundling Requirements
Physical binders are not required unless specifically requested by chambers.
Physical binders are not required unless chambers requests one.
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Page 3 | Agendas and Binders
Physical binders are not required unless specifically requested by chambers.
Physical binders are not required unless chambers requests one.
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Page 3 | Agendas and Binders
Pre-Motion Conference Requirements
Motions requiring shortened notice cannot be scheduled before the order shortening time is entered.
Counsel may not set a motion for hearing, on a date that would require shortened notice, before an order shortening time is entered.
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Page 1 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Adjournment & Extension Requirements
Extensions of time for responses/replies allowed without court permission but cannot extend past agenda filing deadline.
Parties are permitted, without leave of court, to grant extensions of time to file responses to, or replies in support of, motions and applications. However, such extensions may not extend past the deadline for filing an agenda for the hearing where such motion or application will be heard.
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Page 2 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Parties may grant extensions of time to file responses or replies without court approval.
Parties are permitted, without leave of court, to grant extensions of time to file responses to, or replies
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Page 2 | Extensions of Time to File Responses and Replies
Chambers Communication Rules
Expedited hearing requests require filing a motion to shorten notice and emailing it to chambers.
To request an expedited hearing, counsel must file a motion to shorten notice in accordance with Local Rule 9006-1(e). Such a motion should be filed contemporaneously with the motion seeking the relief in question. In addition to being filed on the docket, the motion to shorten notice should also be e-mailed to chambers, copying opposing counsel.
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Page 1 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Chambers must be contacted prior to scheduling, changing, or cancelling a hearing.
Please contact chambers prior to scheduling, changing or cancelling a hearing.
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Page 3 | Agendas and Binders
Counsel must contact chambers by phone or email to seek a hearing date when submitting a letter in lieu of formal motion papers.
contact chambers (by phone or email) to seek a hearing date on such a matter
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Page 5 | Discovery Disputes and Case Administration Matters
Parties must immediately advise chambers in writing of any circumstance that may require adjournment or modification of the trial setting.
The parties shall also immediately advise chambers, in writing, of any occurrence or circumstance that the parties believe may necessitate the adjournment or other modification of the trial setting.
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Page 5 | Joint Pretrial Order and Trial Procedures
Parties must confer with chambers to obtain dates before filing a Certificate of Counsel or proposed Omnibus Hearing Date Order.
Please confer with chambers to obtain dates before filing a Certificate of Counsel and proposed Omnibus Hearing Date Order.
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Page 6 | Proposed Orders
Contact chambers before scheduling, changing, or cancelling a hearing.
Please contact chambers prior to scheduling, changing or cancelling a hearing.
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Page 3 | Agendas and Binders
Remote witness requests must be emailed to chambers with explanation by 4:00 p.m. Eastern three business days before the hearing.
All requests for remote participation by witnesses must be emailed to chambers (copying all affected parties) by no later than 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) three business days prior to the hearing and explain why the extraordinary relief of permitting a witness to appear by Zoom should be granted.
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Page 3 | Witnesses and Exhibits
Immediately advise chambers in writing of any circumstance that may require adjournment or modification of trial.
The parties shall also immediately advise chambers, in writing, of any occurrence or circumstance that the parties believe may necessitate the adjournment or other modification of the trial setting.
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Page 6 | Joint Pretrial Order and Trial Procedures
Counsel should contact chambers for emergency relief.
Counsel seeking emergency relief are strongly encouraged to contact Judge Horan’s chambers to apprise the Court of a matter that requires urgent attention, including the scheduling of an emergency hearing.
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Page 1 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Motion to shorten notice must be e-mailed to chambers and opposing counsel.
In addition to being filed on the docket, the motion to shorten notice should also be e-mailed to chambers, copying opposing counsel.
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Page 1 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Contact chambers if there will be a delay in filing agenda or submitting binders.
Please contact chambers if there will be a delay.
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Page 3 | Agendas and Binders
After filing the Notice of Completion of Briefing, email a copy to chambers.
After filing, please e-mail chambers a copy of the Notice.
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Page 5 | Completion of Briefing
In discovery emergencies, parties may contact chambers to seek an immediate remote hearing.
If the exigencies of the circumstances require the Court's immediate attention in a discovery matter, the parties may contact chambers to seek a remote hearing to be set as promptly as practicable.
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Page 5 | Discovery Disputes and Case Administration Matters
Contact chambers by email to seek a hearing date for discovery disputes.
Counsel shall also ... contact chambers (by phone or email) to seek a hearing date on such a matter.
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Page 5 | Discovery Disputes and Case Administration Matters
Confer with chambers to obtain dates before filing a Certificate of Counsel and proposed Omnibus Hearing Date Order.
Please confer with chambers to obtain dates before filing a Certificate of Counsel and proposed Omnibus Hearing Date Order.
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Page 6 | Proposed Orders
Promptly inform chambers if a matter settles.
If a matter settles or is otherwise resolved, counsel should promptly inform chambers
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Page 6 | Joint Pretrial Order and Trial Procedures
Do not contact the court to confirm Zoom registration or request the link.
An electronic invitation, with the relevant audio or video link, will be emailed to you no later than two hours prior to the hearing. Please do not contact the Court to confirm registration or request the link.
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Page 2 | Scheduling and Hearing Procedures
Chambers staff can provide toll-free number for telephonic appearance; contact at least one business day prior.
Persons without internet access may contact Chambers staff to request a toll-free number to appear telephonically at a hearing. Please contact Chambers staff at least one business day prior to the scheduled hearing.
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Counsel should promptly inform chambers and file a notice of settlement or trial adjournment when a matter is resolved.
If a matter settles or is otherwise resolved, counsel should promptly inform chambers and file a notice of settlement or notice of adjournment of trial in the adversary proceeding.
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Parties in subchapter V cases may email chambers (copying other counsel) to request a status conference, typically held via Zoom.
If a party in interest in a case under subchapter V of chapter 11 believes that a status conference with the Court would advance the orderly administration of the case, such party may reach out by email to chambers (copying counsel for other parties in interest) to seek a status conference. Such status conferences typically will be conducted by Zoom.
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Parties may contact chambers in emergencies to request a promptly scheduled remote hearing for urgent discovery matters.
If the exigencies of the circumstances require the Court’s immediate attention in a discovery matter, the parties may contact chambers to seek a remote hearing to be set as promptly as practicable.
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Persons without internet may contact chambers at least one business day before hearing for toll-free number.
Persons without internet access may contact Chambers staff to request a toll-free number to appear telephonically at a hearing. Please contact Chambers staff at least one business day prior to the scheduled hearing.
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Do not contact the court to confirm Zoom registration or request the link.
Please do not contact the Court to confirm registration or request the link.
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Counsel should notify chambers when filing an amended agenda.
Counsel is encouraged to notify chambers when filing an amended agenda.
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Parties in subchapter V cases may email chambers to request a status conference.
If a party in interest in a case under subchapter V of chapter 11 believes that a status conference with the Court would advance the orderly administration of the case, such party may reach out by email to chambers (copying counsel for other parties in interest) to seek a status conference.
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Junior Lawyer Participation Incentives
Newer attorneys (less than 7 years experience) are encouraged to have in-court speaking opportunities; parties may notify the court of intent to have a newer attorney argue, opposing parties are encouraged to designate a younger attorney, and supervising counsel may assist during oral argument.
The Court encourages supervising attorneys to allow newer attorneys (those with less than seven years of experience) in-court speaking opportunities. Therefore, the Court provides the following guidelines: (1) After a motion is fully briefed (in either a contested matter or an adversary proceeding), a party may alert the Court that it intends to have a newer attorney argue the motion (or a portion of the motion). The party may advise the Court of such intent by filing a notice on the docket of the case or adversary proceeding. (2) If such notice is given, the opposing party is encouraged, but not required, to designate a younger attorney to present its case and to file a notice to such effect. (3) Whenever a younger attorney has been designated to argue a motion under this procedure, the Court will permit more experienced supervising counsel to assist the younger attorney where appropriate during oral argument.
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Newer attorneys with less than 7 years of experience are encouraged to have in-court speaking opportunities; parties may alert the Court of intent to have a newer attorney argue.
The Court encourages supervising attorneys to allow newer attorneys (those with less than seven years of experience) in-court speaking opportunities. Therefore, the Court provides the following guidelines: (1) After a motion is fully briefed (in either a contested matter or an adversary proceeding), a party may alert the Court that it intends to have
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If a party designates a younger attorney to argue a motion, the Court will permit supervising counsel to assist during oral argument.
If a party wishes to have a younger attorney argue the motion (or a portion of the motion). The party may advise the Court of such intent by filing a notice on the docket of the case or adversary proceeding. (2) If such notice is given, the opposing party is encouraged, but not required, to designate a younger attorney to present its case and to file a notice to such effect. (3) Whenever a younger attorney has been designated to argue a motion under this procedure, the Court will permit more experienced supervising counsel to assist the younger attorney where appropriate during oral argument. The Court particularly encourages supervising attorneys representing debtors to provide opportunities to newer attorneys to present first day motions in chapter 11 cases.
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