Court Rules
Bankruptcy

Judge Alfredo R Pérez

Individual Rules, Standing Orders & Policies

Southern District of Texas

Limits & Logistics

Courtesy Copies

Courtesy copies

  • Not required

Adjournments

  • Continuances must be requested by motion, which must state the reason for the request and the additional time needed.

Request must include

Reason For RequestProposed New Dates

Communication

Email

Chambers

tyler_laws@txs.uscourts.gov
SchedulingStatus Inquiries
Email

Chambers

garrett_cole@txs.uscourts.gov
Emergencies
Phone
(713) 250-5507
Technical Issues
Filters:AllMandatoryProposed OrdersECF Filing

Document Filing Requirements8 rules

Filing Requirements

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Motions that require consideration prior to the standard 25-day review may be styled as an “Emergency Motion for _______.” Emergency motions should be filed using the “Emergency” CM/ECF event code. When filing an emergency motion, (i) please identify the date by which emergency relief is needed just below the language required by Local Bankruptcy Rule 9013(b);

Summary: Emergency motions must be styled as 'Emergency Motion for _______' and include the date relief is needed below Local Bankruptcy Rule 9013(b) language.

Document Type

Emergency Motion

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
Filing Requirements

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Bankruptcy Procedure 9019, the 9019 motion should be filed in the main case only. A proposed form of order in the main case and a proposed form of judgment or order in the adversary proceeding should be attached to the 9019 motion.

Summary: 9019 motions must include attached proposed orders for the main case and adversary proceeding.

Document Type

Motion

Content & Formatting
Proposed Order
Filing Requirements

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Applications must (i) include a narrative description of the services performed and the benefits of those services and (ii) attach copies of all fee statements and a proposed form of order.

Summary: Chapter 11/12 fee applications must include a narrative description of services, copies of all fee statements, and a proposed order.

Document Type

Fee Application

Content & Formatting
Proposed Order
JP Court Procedures 1-5-26 Update · p. 5
|SecFee Applications in cases under chapters 11 or 12
Filing Requirements

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Applications must (i) include a narrativedescription of the services performed and the benefits of those services and (ii) attach copies of all fee statements and a proposed form of order.

Summary: Chapter 7 fee applications must include a narrative description of services, copies of all fee statements, and a proposed order.

Document Type

Fee Application

Content & Formatting
Proposed Order
JP Court Procedures 1-5-26 Update · p. 5
|SecFee Applications in cases under chapter 7
Filing Requirements

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Applications for compensation and reimbursement in cases under chapters 11 or 12 must include a table containing the following information on the first page of the application: Name of Applicant: Applicant’s Role in Case: Date Order of Employment Signed: mm/dd/yy [Docket No. __] Beginning of Period End of Period Time period covered by this Application: mm/dd/yy mm/dd/yy Time period(s) covered by prior Applications: mm/dd/yy mm/dd/yy Total amounts awarded in all prior Applications: Total fees requested in this Application: Total professional fees requested in this Application: Total actual professional hours covered by this Application: Average hourly rate for professionals: Total paraprofessional fees requested in this Application: Total actual paraprofessional hours covered by this Application: Average hourly rate for paraprofessionals: Reimbursable expenses sought in this application: Total to be Paid to Priority Unsecured Creditors: Anticipated % Dividend to Priority Unsecured Creditors: Total to be Paid to General Unsecured Creditors: Anticipated % Dividend to General Unsecured Creditors: Indicate whether plan has been confirmed: Y/N (Docket No. __)

Summary: Chapter 11/12 fee applications must include a specified table on the first page of the application.

Document Type

Fee Application

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
JP Court Procedures 1-5-26 Update · p. 5
|SecFee Applications in cases under chapters 11 or 12
Filing Requirements

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Pursuant to the local rules on fee applications, approved fixed fee applications do not require the filing of subsequent applications.

Summary: Approved fixed fee applications in chapter 13 cases do not require subsequent filings.

Document Type

Fee Application

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
JP Court Procedures 1-5-26 Update · p. 6
|SecFee Applications in cases under chapter 13
Filing Requirements

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Otherwise, applications for compensation and reimbursement in cases under chapter 13 must include a table containing the following information on the first page of the application: Name of Applicant: Applicant’s Role in Case: Pre-Confirmation Services [_____] Post-Confirmation Services [_____] Beginning of Period End of Period Time period covered by this Application: mm/dd/yy mm/dd/yy Time period(s) covered by prior Applications: mm/dd/yy mm/dd/yy Total amounts awarded in all prior Applications: Amount of retainer received in this case: Total fees requested in this Application: Total professional fees requested in this Application: Total actual professional hours covered by this Application: Average hourly rate for professionals: Total paraprofessional fees requested in this Application: Total actual paraprofessional hours covered by this Application: Average hourly rate for paraprofessionals: Reimbursable expenses sought in this application: Amount of Attorney Fees provided in Plan: Total to be Paid to General Unsecured Creditors: Anticipated % Dividend to General Unsecured Creditors:

Summary: Chapter 13 fee applications must include a specified table on the first page of the application.

Document Type

Fee Application

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.
JP Court Procedures 1-5-26 Update · p. 6
|SecFee Applications in cases under chapter 13
Filing Requirements

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The proposed order must include the following decretal paragraph: It is ordered that [name of applicant], is awarded fees and expenses as an administrative expense for the period _______________ through ___________________ as follows: Fees: $____________________________ Expenses: $____________________________ Total: $____________________________

Summary: Proposed orders accompanying fee applications must include a specific decretal paragraph detailing the fee period, fees, expenses, and total amount.

Document Type

Proposed Order

Specific requirements detailed in rule text.

Filing & Service rules

Courtesy Copy Requirements

No courtesy copies are required for pleadings filed electronically in CM/ECF.

The Court does not require courtesy copies of pleadings filed in CM/ECF.

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Adjournment & Extension Requirements

Continuances must be requested by motion, which must state the reason for the request and the additional time needed.

A continuance may be requested by motion. The motion should concisely state the reason a continuance is being requested and the amount of additional time requested.

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Chambers Communication Rules

Contact the Helpdesk at (713) 250-5507 for CM/ECF related technical questions.

Please contact the Helpdesk at (713) 250-5507 for CM/ECF related questions.

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Page 1 | Contact with the Court and Court Personnel

For emergencies when the case manager is unavailable, contact the courtroom deputy via email at Garrett_Cole@txs.uscourts.gov.

If Mr. Laws is out of the office and you have an emergency, please contact the courtroom deputy by email at Garrett_Cole@txs.uscourts.gov or by phone at (713) 250-5793.

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Attorneys and pro se parties may contact the case manager via email at Tyler_Laws@txs.uscourts.gov.

Attorneys and parties who are not represented by counsel may contact the Court’s case manager by email at Tyler_Laws@txs.uscourts.gov or by phone at (713) 250-5421 (office) or 713-542-3863 (mobile).

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Parties should contact the case manager via email if the Court has not ruled on a motion within 35 days.

If the Court has not ruled on a motion within 35 days, parties should contact the Court’s case manager to inquire about the status of the motion.

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About United States District Judge Alfredo R Pérez

Location Houston: Courtroom 400, 515 Rusk, Houston, TX 77002 Galveston: 7th Floor Courtroom, 601 Rosenberg, Galveston, TX 77550 Complex Cases Electronic Appearance Submission/Claims and Noticing Agent Information Courtroom Procedures Procedures Telephonic Participation Dial-in Telephone No: 832-917-1510 Conference Code: 282694 Video Participation Click here to connect to GoToMeeting Video Link GoToMeeting is for case participants and their representatives only. Members of the public and media may utilize the Court's audio facility in non-trial proceedings that don't involve witness testimony. Audio connections by phone are required for all video participants. Conference Wifi for Houston SSID: AttyWiFi  Password : AttyWiFi-8840   Available Dates for Self-Calendaring Motions for Relief from Stay Claims Objections/Objections to Mortgage Payment Change/Objections to Postpetition Mortgage Fees/Objections to Homestead Exemption Local Rules Bankruptcy Local & Federal Rules Chapter 13 Trustee Information Tiffany Castro Judge Pérez's Interactive Bankruptcy Court Calendar

Contact Information Case Manager Tyler Laws tyler_laws@txs.uscourts.gov (713) 250-5421 Courtroom Deputy Garrett Cole garrett_cole@txs.uscourts.gov (713) 250-5793

Common questions about Judge Alfredo R Pérez's rules

Are courtesy copies required for Judge Alfredo R Pérez?

The rule limits courtesy-copy delivery rather than stating a blanket requirement before Judge Alfredo R Pérez. No courtesy copies are required for pleadings filed electronically in CM/ECF.

View ruleSource: page 3, section Courtesy Copies

What must be included with emergency motion filings before Judge Alfredo R Pérez?

The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Emergency motions must be styled as 'Emergency Motion for _______' and include the date relief is needed below Local Bankruptcy Rule 9013(b) language.

View ruleSource: page 2, section Emergency Motions

What must be included with motion filings before Judge Alfredo R Pérez?

The rule requires proposed order. 9019 motions must include attached proposed orders for the main case and adversary proceeding.

View ruleSource: page 4, section Settlements

How may parties contact Judge Alfredo R Pérez's chambers?

The rule addresses email communications with Judge Alfredo R Pérez's chambers. The rule lists email Tyler_Laws@txs.uscourts.gov. Attorneys and pro se parties may contact the case manager via email at Tyler_Laws@txs.uscourts.gov.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Contact with the Court and Court Personnel

How do I request an adjournment or extension before Judge Alfredo R Pérez?

Advance notice is not fully stated in the structured details. The request must include reason for request and proposed new dates. Continuances must be requested by motion, which must state the reason for the request and the additional time needed.

View ruleSource: page 3, section Continuances
Complete rules summary for Judge Alfredo R Pérez

Attorneys and pro se parties may contact the case manager via email at Tyler_Laws@txs.uscourts.gov.

For emergencies when the case manager is unavailable, contact the courtroom deputy via email at Garrett_Cole@txs.uscourts.gov.

Contact the Helpdesk at (713) 250-5507 for CM/ECF related technical questions.

Parties should contact the case manager via email if the Court has not ruled on a motion within 35 days.

Emergency motions must be styled as 'Emergency Motion for _______' and include the date relief is needed below Local Bankruptcy Rule 9013(b) language.

Continuances must be requested by motion, which must state the reason for the request and the additional time needed.

No courtesy copies are required for pleadings filed electronically in CM/ECF.

9019 motions must include attached proposed orders for the main case and adversary proceeding.

Chapter 7 fee applications must include a narrative description of services, copies of all fee statements, and a proposed order.

Chapter 11/12 fee applications must include a specified table on the first page of the application.

Chapter 11/12 fee applications must include a narrative description of services, copies of all fee statements, and a proposed order.

Approved fixed fee applications in chapter 13 cases do not require subsequent filings.

Chapter 13 fee applications must include a specified table on the first page of the application.

Proposed orders accompanying fee applications must include a specific decretal paragraph detailing the fee period, fees, expenses, and total amount.

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