This manual provides guidance for electronically filing documents in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Hawaii. These procedures are intended to be consistent with applicable statutes and rules but there may be additional legal or procedural requirements that are not addressed in these procedures. The filer is responsible for complying with any contrary or additional requirements imposed by statute, federal or local rule, or court order.
The Clerk's Office is not permitted to give legal advice. However, if you have questions regarding filing procedures that are not answered in this manual, please contact the CM/ECF Help Desk: helpdesk@hib.uscourts.gov or (808) 523-7373, or call the Clerk's Office at (808) 522-8100.
Updated 11/11/2020
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Some of the screens in CM/ECF utilize pop-up windows, and if you have a pop-up blocker enabled on your browser, screens will not load properly. Party information windows appear as pop-ups, and the payment screens all work through pop-up windows. To ensure you will be able to view these windows, be sure to set your browser to allow pop-ups from the Court's website or temporarily disable your pop-up blocker when docketing in CM/ECF.
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Supporting documents (e.g. declarations, memorandums and exhibits) may be added as attachments to the main document. Notices of hearing and certificates of service must be filed separately.
Sample docket entry:
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Pages you view on the internet (including CM/ECF screens and documents) are stored in temporary files for quick viewing. If these temporary files are not deleted, they can create problems in CM/ECF. Therefore, it is recommended that you regularly clear your internet browser cache and temporary files.
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When electronically filing a document requiring a fee, payment with a credit card must be made by 6:00 PM HST on the day of filing. Failure to make a timely payment will result in an automatically generated email notifying the filer that his or her login will be disabled for filing documents if the outstanding balance remains due for more than one day. If this occurs, the login will give access only to the Internet payment portion of CM/ECF. Once the outstanding fees are paid, the ability to file documents will be automatically reinstated.
Following the filing of a document for which a fee is incurred, the filer will be asked to Continue Filing or Pay Now.
Continue Filing: The charge is recorded and the payment process is deferred. The next time the filer logs into CM/ECF, the Summary of Current Charges will be displayed, showing all deferred charges. Note: This feature is helpful when filing documents for several cases. When filing the last document, you can make one payment for all outstanding filing fees by selecting Utilities, then Internet Payments Due.
Pay Now: Proceed to make payment as described below.
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The Mailings menu selection provides a list of electronic and/or manual recipients for a case. There are three output options: List of Creditors, Mailing Info for a Case and Mailing Labels by Case.
This report displays names/addresses for a specific case, either in 3-column label format or as delimited data fields. It lists all parties (including the debtor, trustee and U.S. Trustee), all creditors, debtor's attorney and the Clerk's Office. It does not include attorneys for non-debtor parties. PACER fees apply.
IMPORTANT! When "3 columns" format is selected, the program substitutes a creditor's "preferred address" as specified in a Notice of Address filed pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 342(f). These recipients are designated with "(p)". Bypassed recipients due to an undeliverable (u) or duplicate (d) address are listed at the bottom of the page.
This report displays a list of those who receive email notices and those who require manual noticing.
Electronic Mail Notice List - List of parties to receive email notices for this case.
Manual Notice List - List of parties who are not on the list to receive email notices for this case.
Creditor List - Complete list of creditors only. PACER fees apply.
List of Creditors - Link to list of all creditors and all parties in the case. It does not include attorneys for non-debtor parties. PACER fees apply.
This report displays name/address data in label format for a single case. You have the option of selecting all or some case participants. To print labels, use your browser's print function, or copy the screen contents into a word processing program. There is no charge for this report.
IMPORTANT! When "3 columns" format is selected, the program substitutes a creditor's "preferred address" as specified in a Notice of Address filed pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 342(f). These recipients are designated with "(p)".
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You can access your account information through the Maintain Your ECF Account menu to update your office/address/telephone number, email preferences and filing agent information. You may also deactivate a filing agent.
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The Notice of Bankruptcy Case Filing is the verification that the case has been filed. Click the hyperlink to view the notice. Note: You will be prompted for your PACER credentials and charged to view the notice.
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The Notice of Electronic Filing is the verification that the filing has been sent electronically to the Court's database. It certifies that this is now an official court document.
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Relating documents greatly assists those reviewing a case docket in finding all documents that concern a particular motion or other matter. In addition, documents that have been related appear on various reports used by the judge and law clerks in preparing for both hearing and non-hearing matters.
When creating a relation, you may be presented with a list of categories to which to relate your document.
When the list of all applicable docket entries displays, check the box for each docket entry that should relate to the current filing. Make sure to review the Relation Guidelines at the bottom of this page.
Follow these general guidelines when relating documents:
IF FILING: | THEN RELATE TO: |
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Notice of Hearing | Motion, application or objection being heard |
Supporting documents (e.g., Declaration, Affidavit, Memorandum) | Underlying motion, application or objection |
Response | Underlying motion, application or objection AND the document to which you are responding |
Certificate of Service | Document(s) served |
Amended Motion | Original motion |
Motion to Modify Confirmed Plan | Order confirming plan |
Withdrawal of Motion, Objection or Other Document | Document being withdrawn |
Request for Audio Recording | Minutes of the hearing you wish reproduced |
Transcript Request | Minutes of the hearing you wish transcribed |
Notice of Appeal | Order being appealed OR minutes of the hearing at which the announcement of the decision or order was made |
If you cannot continue because there is no list of documents or the document you need is not included, contact the ECF Help Desk at (808) 523-7373 for assistance.
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CM/ECF offers a search feature that allows users to locate available events. It is important that you select the correct event because some events alert court staff to the filing of the documents and others require filing fees.
If you do not find a suitable event, call the Help Desk at (808) 523-7373 before continuing.
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The View Your Transaction Log menu option displays details of the your docketing transactions within a specified date range.
Sample Transaction Log
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A bankruptcy petition must be accompanied by a list of the names and addresses of all creditors and other parties who are or will be included on bankruptcy schedules D, E/F, G, and H. If some of the names and addresses of creditors are not known at the time the petition is filed, an amended creditor list may be filed later, but there will be a $34 filing fee charged and the debtor will be responsible for mailing bankruptcy notices to the additional creditors.
Follow these guidelines when creating the creditor list:
Internal Revenue Service |
Department of Taxation |
Click here to view a sample creditor list.
The creditor list must be accompanied by the debtor’s verification that all entities included on bankruptcy schedules D, E/F, G, and H have been included in the creditor list. Use a form that substantially conforms to the local form (Debtor's Verification of Creditor List).
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Case Opening Screen
Search for a Debtor Screen
Debtor Information Screen
Enter all debtor information exactly as it appears on the petition.
Divisional Office Screen
Statistical Data Screen
Summary of Assets and Liabilities Screen
Data Collection Screen
Deficiencies Screen
PDF Upload Screen
Incomplete Filings Screen
Presumption of Abuse Screen
Filing Fee Screen
Final Docket Entry Screen
Notice of Bankruptcy Case Filing
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Fee: $1738.00 - Debtors who are individuals may request that the fee be paid in installments (Official Form 103A). Payment is due in full 14 days after the case is filed.
Case Opening Screen
Search for a Debtor Screen
Debtor Information Screen
Enter all debtor information exactly as it appears on the petition.
Divisional Office Screen
Statistical Data Screen
Summary of Assets and Liabilities Screen
Deficiencies Screen
PDF Upload Screen
Incomplete Filings Screen
Filing Fee Screen
Final Docket Entry Screen
Notice of Bankruptcy Case Filing
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Case Opening Screen
Search for a Debtor Screen
Debtor Information Screen
Enter all debtor information exactly as it appears on the petition.
Divisional Office Screen
Statistical Data Screen
Summary of Assets and Liabilities Screen
Plan Due Date Screen
Deficiencies Screen
PDF Upload Screen
Incomplete Filings Screen
Filing Fee Screen
Final Docket Entry Screen
Notice of Bankruptcy Case Filing
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Case Opening Screen
Search for a Debtor Screen
Debtor Information Screen
Enter all debtor information exactly as it appears on the petition.
Divisional Office Screen
Statistical Data Screen
Summary of Assets and Liabilities Screen
Deficiencies Screen
PDF Upload Screen
Incomplete Filings Screen
Government Claims Deadline Screen
Filing Fee Screen
Final Docket Entry Screen
Summary of Current Charges
Notice of Bankruptcy Case Filing
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Case Opening Screen
Search for a Debtor Screen
Debtor Information Screen
Enter all debtor information exactly as it appears on the petition.
Divisional Office Screen
Statistical Data Screen
Summary of Assets and Liabilities Screen
Data Collection Screen
Deficiencies Screen
PDF Upload Screen
Incomplete Filings and Claims Deadline Screen
Filing Fee Screen
Final Docket Entry Screen
Summary of Current Charges
Notice of Bankruptcy Case Filing
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Case Opening Screen
Search for a Debtor Screen
Debtor Information Screen
Enter all debtor information exactly as it appears on the petition.
Divisional Office Screen
Statistical Data Screen
Deficiencies Screen
PDF Upload Screen
Incomplete Filings Screen
Filing Fee Screen
Final Docket Entry Screen
Notice of Bankruptcy Case Filing
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A bankruptcy petition must be accompanied by a list of the names and addresses of all creditors and other parties who are or will be included on bankruptcy schedules D, E/F, G, and H. If there are a few creditors, you may enter the creditors individually. Otherwise, you should upload a .txt file with the names and addresses. For additional guidance on creating the creditor list and saving it as a .txt file, refer to Create a Creditor List.
For a new case, click Return To Creditor Maintenance Menu and proceed with Assign a Judge/Trustee.
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After opening a case and uploading the creditor list, run the Judge/Trustee Assignment program which automatically assigns a judge, trustee and 341 meeting date. If you would like to increase the possibility of having the same meeting date assigned to multiple cases, run the Judge/Trustee Assignment program after you have opened and uploaded the creditor lists for all cases.
IMPORTANT! In a chapter 11 case, the program only assigns a judge. The Office of the United States Trustee is responsible for setting the meeting of creditors.
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11 U.S.C. §303
FRBP 1007, 1010, 1011, 1013, 7004
Case Opening Screen
Search for Alleged Debtor Screen
Alleged Debtor Information Screen
Enter all alleged debtor information exactly as it appears on the petition.
Search for Petitioning Creditor Screen
Petitioning Creditor Information Screen
Enter petitioning creditor information.
Divisional Office Screen
Statistical Data Screen
PDF Upload Screen
Filing Fee Screen
Final Docket Entry Screen
Notice of Bankruptcy Case Filing
Next Steps
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FRBP 7001-7087
Open Adversary Proceeding Screen
Search for a Plaintiff Screen
Plaintiff Information screen - Complete the following fields. Leave all other fields blank.
Search for a Plaintiff Screen
Search for a Defendant Screen
Defendant Information Screen - Complete the following fields. Leave all other fields blank.
Search for a Defendant Screen
Case Association Screen
Case Assignment Screen
Statistical Information Screen
PDF Upload Screen
Jury Demand Screen
Fee Policy Screen
Fee Screen
Final Docket Screen
Notice of Electronic Filing
Next Steps
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The summons is the notice which accompanies the complaint, advising of the names of the parties, the time limits for responding to the complaint and the details of the scheduling conference. When completing the summons, refer to the CHAP Chamber Presets Report for available scheduling conference dates. (Click here for more information about hearing presets.)
Summons and Notice of Scheduling Conference in an Adversary Proceeding (H2500B)
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Plaintiff(s) must serve the complaint and summons on the defendant(s) in the manner and within the time limit set forth in FRBP 7004. File the Certificate of Service after service has been made.
Page 2 of Summons and Notice of Scheduling Conference in an Adversary Proceeding (H2500B)
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A crossclaim is a claim asserted by one defendant against another defendant. A third-party complaint is a complaint filed by a defendant against a third (new) party. A counterclaim is a claim by the defendant against the plaintiff. These are typically filed as part of the Answer to the original complaint. Follow the instructions below to file it separately.
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The summons is the notice which accompanies the complaint, advising of the names of the parties and the time limits for responding to the complaint.
Summons on a Cross-Claim / Counter Claim (H2500cc)
Third-Party Summons (H2500D)
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Adversary Proceeding Cover Sheet (Official Form 1040)
FRBP 9027
Open Adversary Proceeding Screen
Search for a Plaintiff Screen
Plaintiff Information screen - Complete the following fields. Leave the other fields blank.
Search for a Plaintiff Screen
Search for a Defendant Screen
Defendant Information Screen
Search for a Defendant Screen
Case Association Screen
Case Assignment Screen
Statistical Information Screen
Select Event Screen
PDF Upload Screen
State Court Prompts
Fee Policy Screen
Fee Screen
Final Docket Screen
Sample docket entry: Adversary case 20-90005. ADVERSARY PROCEEDING OPENED. 01 (Determination of removed claim or cause): Notice of Removal: Civil No. 19-00123, Circuit Court of the First Circuit, State of Hawaii. Party removing the action: John Smith . Fee Amount $350. (01 (Determination of removed claim or cause))(Attorney, Test)
Notice of Electronic Filing
Next Steps
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Review Local Bankruptcy Rule 2016-1 for detailed information on compensation of professionals.
Hearing required. Refer to the CHAP Chamber Presets Report for available hearing dates and times. File a separate notice of hearing with the preset hearing information.
Application must include a cover sheet substantially confirming to local form Compensation Summary Sheet (H2016-1a).
11 U.S.C. §§330, 331, 503(b)(4); FRBP 2016; LBR 2016-1
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Effective immediately, Applications for Unclaimed Funds and their supporting documents must be submitted on paper, not filed online.
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Attorneys may request permission to appear pro hac vice in a bankruptcy case or proceeding in this court by filing an application substantially conforming to the local form (Application to Appear Pro Hac Vice) and submitting the assessment required by the district court. The current assessment fee is $300 per applicant. An attorney admitted to appear pro hac vice in a bankruptcy case will also be admitted to appear pro hac vice in a case that has been consolidated or is being jointly administered with, or in any adversary proceeding related to, the case in which the application has been granted.
A hearing is not required.
Application to Appear Pro Hac Vice (Local Form H2010-1b)
LBR 2090-1
By order dated September 23, 2010, of the United States District Court for the District of Hawaii, there is an assessment of 300 Dollars for limited admission to appear pro hac vice.
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A debtor who cannot afford to pay the chapter 7 filing fee may apply for a waiver under 11 U.S.C. § 1930(f). To qualify, a chapter 7 debtor must have income less than 150% of the income official poverty line and be unable to pay the fee in installments.
A hearing is not required.
Application to Have the Chapter 7 Filing Fee Waived (Official Form 103B)
11 U.S.C. § 1930(f)
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A request for an order of employment may be made by filing an application substantially conforming to the local form (Application to Employ Professional).
A hearing is not required unless there is an objection to the application.
Application to Employ Professional (Local Form H2014)
11 U.S.C. §327; FRBP 2014, 6003; LBR 2014-1
Next Step
The applicant shall either (a) submit a proposed order bearing the approval of the Office of the United States Trustee (OUST), (b) arrange for the OUST to notify chambers that the OUST does not object to the application, in which case the court may enter a text order granting the application, or (c) if there is an objection to the application, set the matter for hearing. LBR 2014-1.
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Individual debtors filing chapter 7 petitions may request to pay the filing fee in installments so long as the last payment becomes due within 120 days after the petition is filed. For debtors filing petitions under chapter 11, 12, or 13, the last payment is generally due 14 days after the petition is filed.
A hearing is not required.
Application for Individuals to Pay the Filing Fee in Installments (Official Form 103A)
FRBP 1006(b)
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A party in interest seeking to examine the debtor or other entity pursuant to Bankruptcy Rule 2004 may request an examination order by filing a motion substantially conforming to the local form (Motion for Rule 2004 Examination). The clerk is authorized to issue an examination order requested by a party in interest who has complied with the requirements of Local Bankruptcy Rule 2004-1.
Generally, a hearing is not required. The court will advise you if the matter will be set for hearing.
Motion for 2004 Examination (H2004-1)
FRBP 2004; LBR 2004-1
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After confirmation of a plan, circumstances may arise that prevent the debtor from completing the plan. In such situations, the debtor may ask the court to grant a "hardship discharge."
Hearing required. Refer to the CHAP Chamber Presets Report for available hearing dates and times. File a separate notice of hearing with the preset hearing information.
11 U.S.C. §§1228(b), 1328(b); FRBP 4007(d)
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An ex parte motion for issuance of garnishee summons may be filed in a closed bankruptcy case or adversary proceeding.
Generally, a hearing is not required for filing of the motion.
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Refer to Local Bankruptcy Rule 4001-1 for information regarding motion and supporting documents, hearing, notice and service requirements.
A motion to terminate, annul, modify, or condition the automatic stay must be accompanied by the appropriate filing fee. If a child support creditor is the movant and if the movant files Official Form 2810, no fee is required. In addition, no fee is required for approval of a stipulation to terminate, annul, modify or condition the automatic stay.
Hearing required. Refer to the CHAP Chamber Presets Report for available hearing dates and times. File a separate notice of hearing with the preset hearing information.
Motion must attach a cover sheet substantially confirming to local form Cover Sheet - Motion for Relief from Stay (H4001-1cs).
11 U.S.C. § 362(a); FRBP 4001(a); LBR 4001-1
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Refer to Local Bankruptcy Rule 4001-1 for information regarding motion and supporting documents, hearing, notice and service requirements. There is no fee for filing a motion to terminate, annul, modify, or condition the codebtor stay.
Hearing required. Refer to the CHAP Chamber Presets Report for available hearing dates and times. File a separate notice of hearing with the preset hearing information.
Motion must attach a cover sheet substantially confirming to local form Cover Sheet - Motion for Relief from Stay (H4001-1cs).
11 U.S.C. §§1201, 1301; FRBP 4001; LBR 4001-1
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A motion to stay pending appeal must first be filed in the bankruptcy court.
The court will advise you if the matter will be set for hearing.
FRBP 8001-8028; LBR 8001-1; LR 8005.1, 8007.1, 8007.2
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A party may seek court approval of a settlement or stipulation by filing and serving on all creditors a motion pursuant to LBR 9013-1(c). If the motion concerns settlement of an adversary proceeding, the motion and notice must be entered on the docket in the bankruptcy case.
Hearing required. Refer to the CHAP Chamber Presets Report for available hearing dates and times. File a separate notice of hearing with the preset hearing information.
FRBP 9019; LBR 9019-1(a)
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Motions to continue a hearing must recite specific reasons for rescheduling the matter and the length of the proposed continuance. Click here for detailed information about how a party may request that a future hearing, trial, or scheduling conference be continued.
The court will advise you if the matter will be set for hearing.
LBR 9006-1(b)(3)
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Refer to Local Bankruptcy Rule 4001-5 for information regarding motion, notice, hearing, service requirements. There is no fee to file a motion to extend the automatic stay under 11 U.S.C. § 362(c)(3)(B).
Hearing required. See LBR 4001-5(a)(3) for notice and hearing information.
11 U.S.C. § 362(c)(3)(B); LBR 4001-5
Updated 1/4/2020
After confirmation of the plan but before completion of payments, the plan may be modified for the reasons set forth in 11 U.S.C. § 1329. The debtor may request modification by filing a motion and notice of hearing substantially conforming to the appropriate local form motion. A copy of the entire plan as modified need not be filed so long as the motion describes with specificity the proposed modifications to the plan then in effect.
New section 1329(d) of the "CARES Act" provides that a plan confirmed prior to March 27, 2020, may be modified to allow payments over a period expiring 7 years after the time the first payment under the confirmed plan was due.
Hearing required. Refer to the CHAP Chamber Presets Report for available hearing dates and times.
Motion to Modify Confirmed Plan (H1329-A)
References
11 U.S.C. § 1329; FRBP 3015; LBR 3015-2
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Review LBR 9024-1 for motion, service and disposition information. If this motion relates to a dismissal order, file a Motion to Reconsider Order Dismissing Case.
The court will advise you if the matter will be set for hearing.
FRBP 9023, 9024; LBR 9024-1
Step-by-Step Instructions
File this motion without a hearing date. The court will advise if and when a hearing will be set.
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Review LBR 9024-1 for motion, service and disposition information. If the case was dismissed for failure to file documents or pay the filing fee, satisfy the deficiencies before filing the motion.
The court will advise you if the matter will be set for hearing.
Debtor's Motion to Reconsider Order Dismissing Case (H9024)
FRBP 9023, 9024; LBR 1007-1(c), 3015-1(d), 9024-1
File this motion without a hearing date. The court will advise if and when a hearing will be set.
Updated 12/1/2020
Use this event when a document already on the court record includes a protected personal identifier:
This event will create an entry on the public docket but the PDF of the document will be restricted and may only be viewed by the filer and the court, unless the court orders otherwise.
See also: Guideline on Sealed and Redacted Documents
A hearing is not required.
Motion to Redact (AP) (H9037A)
Motion to Redact (BK) (H9037B)
FRBP 9037; LBR9037-1
This event will create an entry on the public docket but the PDF of the document will be restricted and may only be viewed by the filer and the court, unless the court orders otherwise.
Next Steps
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The motion must describe the item to be sealed, the applicable standard for sealing the information, and how that standard is met. The motion must also specify whether the document should be sealed in its entirety or whether the filer wishes to file a redacted document but make an unredacted version available to the judge. (If the confidential information will not be made available to the judge, a motion to seal generally is unnecessary.) Unless directed to do so by the court, do not file or submit the subject document at the time the motion is filed.
See also: Guideline on Sealed and Redacted Documents.
Generally, a hearing is not required. The court will advise you if the matter will be set for hearing.
11 U.S.C. § 107; FRBP 9018; LBR 9018-1
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A party may seek to shorten the time to give notice of a hearing by filing an ex parte motion substantially conforming to the local form (Motion to Enlarge or Shorten Time). Refer to LBR 9006-1(b) for motion requirements.
A hearing is not required.
Motion to Enlarge or Shorten Time (H9006-1)
FRBP 9006(c); LBR 9006-1(b)
Please advise the courtroom deputy of this motion by email at calendar@hib.uscourts.gov or by phone at (808) 522-8113. Refer to LBR 9013-1 for motion requirements. Movant must attach a declaration concerning consultation with parties in interest about shortening time.
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Parties may object to a claim by filing an objection that substantially conforms to the local form (Objection to Claim). If the local form is not used, Official Form 420B (Notice of Objection to Claim) must be filed and served together with the objection. The objection must give not less than 30 days’ notice of the deadline to respond.
Hearing required. Refer to the CHAP Chamber Presets Report for available hearing dates and times.
Objection to Claim (H3007)
11 U.S.C. § 502; FRBP 3007; LBR 3007-1
Next Steps
Updated 11/29/2021
Unless the court directs otherwise, notice of a hearing on a motion or other matter must be filed separately on the docket, using a notice substantially conforming to the local form Notice of Hearing.
Most matters can be self-calendared with the use of preapproved “preset” hearing dates and times. Typically, these are matters that require 28-day notice and generally will be available until 30 days before the hearing date. Click here for an overview and more detailed instructions.
LBR 9013, 9073
Relate this notice to the motion, application, or objection being heard.
Modify final docket text to note if this is an AMENDED hearing notice.
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A person serving documents on a party must immediately file a certificate of service unless (i) Bankruptcy Rule 7005 (applying Civil Rule 5) governs the service and filing of the document and (ii) all parties to be served are registered ECF users who receive CM/ECF Notices of Electronic Filing (NEFs). File the certificate of service as a separate docket entry.
For filing of a Certificate of Service of Summons and Complaint, click here.
Certificate of Service (AP) (H9013-3A)
Certificate of Service (BK) (H9013-3B)
FRBP 7005, 9013; LBR 9013-3
Updated 8/15/2022
The names and addresses of entities included – or to be included – in Schedules D, E/F, G, and H must accompany the petition in a voluntary case. Although generally referred to as the list of creditors, the list must also include the parties to executory contracts and unexpired leases identified in Schedule G and codebtors named in Schedule H.
The creditor list must be accompanied by the debtor's verification that all entities included on Schedules D, E/F, G, and H have been listed in the creditor list, using a form that substantially conforms to the local form (Debtor's Verification of Creditor List).
FRBP 1007-1(a)(1), 1009(a); LBR 1007-2
Debtor's Verification of Creditor List (H1007-2d)
If you are amending a previously filed list of creditors, go back and use Creditor List (Amended - FEE 32).
Next Step
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The names and addresses of entities included – or to be included – in Schedules D, E/F, G, and H must accompany the petition in a voluntary case. Although generally referred to as the list of creditors, the list must also include the parties to executory contracts and unexpired leases identified in Schedule G and codebtors named in Schedule H.
An amended creditor list must be filed if:
It is not necessary to amend a creditor list to change a creditor’s address. Use the local form Notice of Change of Address to update an address and docket as Notice of Change of Party Address.
An amended creditor list to be filed with the court should be cumulative, i.e. it should include all creditors. However, enter only the additional creditors when adding them in the CM/ECF database.
Filing an amended creditor list will incur a $32 fee. But note the following:
Next Step
Updated 11/15/2020
If notice was sufficient and no timely opposition has been filed, the moving party may request an order granting the motion by filing a declaration that substantially conforms to the local form Declaration and Request for Entry of Order.
Declaration and Request for Entry of Order (H9021-1)
Updated 11/15/2020
The reaffirmation agreement must be filed before the entry of discharge and not later than 60 days after the date of the first meeting of creditors. Review LBR 4008-1 for deficiency and extension information.
See also Reaffirmation Agreements in Filing Without an Attorney.
11 U.S.C. § 524; FRBP 4008; LBR 4008-1
Cover Sheet for Reaffirmation Agreement (B 427)
Reaffirmation Documents (B 2400A)
Reaffirmation Agreement (B 2400A/B ALT)
Motion for Approval of Reaffirmation Agreement (B 2400B)
Updated 8/15/2022
All debtors must file Schedules A, B, C, D, E/F, G, and H. Individual debtors must also file Schedules I and J. They must be filed within 14 days of the date of filing the petition.
If schedules D and E/F includes creditors not identified in the creditor list filed with the petition, you must also file an amended creditor list that includes the additional creditors as well as those previously listed. There is a $32 amendment fee. (The PDF of the amended creditor list may be uploaded with these schedules so that you are charged the fee only once.)
FRBP 1007(b) and (c); LBR 1007-1
Next Step
Updated 8/15/2022
All debtors must file Schedules A, B, C, D, E/F, G, and H. Individual debtors must also file Schedules I and J. Amendments to these schedules may be filed at any time before the case is closed. Schedules of unpaid debts being filed because a Chapter 11 or Chapter 13 case has converted to Chapter 7 are not considered to be amendments. Use a separate event for filing - Schedule of Unpaid Postpetition, Preconversion Debts (Upon Conversion to Chapter 7).
It is not necessary to amend a schedule in order to change a creditor’s address. Use the local form Notice of Change of Address (H2002g) to update an address and docket as Notice of Change of Party Address.
If the amendments include additional creditors, parties, or codebtors, the names and addresses must be added either by adding them individually during the electronic filing or by uploading the creditor data in a .txt file. For detailed instructions, refer to Uploading Creditors and upload only the additional creditors.
Filing an amended Schedule D or E/F will incur a $32 fee. This applies to any change to the previously filed information. But note the following.
Next Step
Updated 11/15/2020
After entry of an order granting the motion to seal, file the subject document. A docket entry and notice of electronic filing will be created but the document will not be accessible for viewing by the public in PACER. When filing, make sure to provide an adequate description of the document in the text of the docket entry, e.g., “Declaration of Jane Doe in Support of Motion to Obtain Financing” or “Aircraft Lease: N473PA.”
Review Local Bankruptcy Rule 9018-1 and procedure on Filing Sealed and Redacted Documents.
11 U.S.C. § 107; FRBP 9018; LBR 9018-1
This event will create an entry on the public docket but the PDF of the document will be restricted and may only be viewed by the court.
Updated 11/16/2020
Stipulations to continue a hearing must recite specific reasons for rescheduling the matter and the length of the proposed continuance. Click here for detailed information about how a party may request that a future hearing, trial, or scheduling conference be continued.
The filer must promptly advise the court that a stipulation has been filed for the court's consideration. If the stipulation is approved, the parties will be contacted with a new date. The parties must promptly upload a proposed order with the new date and any updated deadlines.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Advise the courtroom deputy that the stipulation has been filed.
Updated 11/16/2020
If the motion to redact is granted and you are the party who filed the original document, download the appropriate local form Submission of Redacted Version of Previously Filed Document, attaching a redacted version. The court will restrict access to the document with personal identifiers.
See also: Guideline on Sealed and Redacted Documents
Submission of Redacted Version of Previously Filed Document (AP) (H9037sA)
Submission of Redacted Version of Previously Filed Document (BK) (H9037sB)
Updated 11/16/2020
The court does not have contract court reporters. Court-approved transcription services prepare transcripts from digital audio recordings made by the court. To order a transcript of a court proceeding, file local form Request for Transcript. Submit a separate form for each hearing requested, making sure to select one of the court-approved transcription services below:
Access Transcripts, LLC |
Jessica B. Cahill |
eScribers |
A Quo Co. |
Request for Transcript (H5077-1a1)
Updated 11/16/2020
Not later than the date specified in the scheduling order, each party must file with the court a final, comprehensive set of exhibits that will be used at trial for any purpose, including for rebuttal or impeachment. Each party’s set of exhibits should consist of a single continuously paginated PDF with individual exhibits “bookmarked” to facilitate online sharing of the exhibit image during trial. The exhibits should be attached to the local form Exhibit List for Trial/Evidentiary Hearing. Online access to the exhibits will be restricted to the filer and court users.
Click here for Remote Trial Procedures.
Exhibit List for Trial/Evidentiary Hearing (H7016e)
Use local form Exhibit List for Trial/Evidentiary Hearing with exhibits attached.
Updated 11/16/2020
All direct testimony of a witness must be provided in a written declaration made under penalty of perjury. Use local form Written Testimony for Trial/Evidentiary Hearing. List each witness/declarant with declarations attached.
Click here for Remote Trial Procedures.
Written Direct Testimony for Trial/Evidentiary Hearing (H7016dt)
Use local form Written Testimony for Trial/Evidentiary Hearing with witness declarations attached.
Updated 11/16/2020
Not later than the date specified in the scheduling order, the plaintiff shall file and serve declarations, under penalty of perjury, containing all rebuttal testimony that the plaintiff intends to offer. Use the local form Written Testimony for Trial /Evidentiary Hearing, checking the box Rebuttal Testimony. List each rebuttal
witness/declarant with declarations attached.
Click here for Remote Trial Procedures.
Written Direct Testimony for Trial/Evidentiary Hearing (H7016dt)
Use local form Written Testimony for Trial/Evidentiary Hearing with witness declarations attached.
Updated 4/9/2024
Effective immediately, Applications for Unclaimed Funds and their supporting documents must be submitted on paper, not filed online.
Updated 4/19/2021
The chapter 13 plan must be filed within 14 days of case filing and must substantially conform to the local form plan.
Request to Value Collateral to Determine Amount of Secured Claim. If the plan includes a request to value the collateral of a non-governmental unit under § 506(a), the plan must include an addendum that substantially conforms to the local form (Attachment A: Addendum to Section 4.5). A request for valuation under Bankruptcy Rule 3012(c) to determine the amount of a secured claim held by a governmental unit must be made using a motion that substantially conforms to the local form (Attachment A: Addendum to Section 4.5).
Request to Avoid a Lien. If the plan includes a request to avoid a lien under § 522(f), the plan must include an addendum that substantially conforms to the local form (Attachment B: Addendum to Section 4.7)
Chapter 13 Plan (H113)
Attachment A: Addendum to Section 4.5 Request for Valuation of Secured Claim (H113_ExA)
Attachment B: Addendum to Section 4.7 Request to Avoid Lien (H113_ExB)
11 U.S.C. §§1321-1326; FRBP 3015; LBR 3015-1
Next Steps
Updated 4/19/2021
The debtor may file an amended chapter 13 plan anytime before confirmation by filing and serving on all creditors a plan substantially conforming to the local form plan (Chapter 13 Plan). The debtor must check the box labeled "Amended" and complete confirmation hearing information before filing and serving.
If the terms of an amended plan are inconsistent with any plan motions filed with the original plan, the debtor must file an amended plan motion.
Chapter 13 Plan (H113)
Attachment A: Addendum to Section 4.5 Request for Valuation of Secured Claim (H113_ExA)
Attachment B: Addendum to Section 4.7 Request to Avoid Lien (H113_ExB)
11 U.S.C. §§1321-1326; FRBP 3015; LBR 3015-2
Updated 11/16/2020
The plan and any amended plans must be served on the trustee and all creditors and parties in interest when it is filed with the court, and in the manner provided in LBR 3015-1(g)(2).
Certificate of Service of Chapter 13 Plan with Attachment A/B (H113cs)
FRBP 3012(b), 3015(d), 4003(d); LBR 3015-1(g)(2)
Updated 11/16/2020
A party objecting to confirmation of a chapter 13 plan or a plan motion must file an objection by the later of: (1) 7 days before the date of the confirmation hearing or continued confirmation hearing, and (2) 21 days after the date of filing of the plan, amended plan, or plan motion.
Objection to Chapter 13 Plan (H13015d)
FRBP 3015(f); LBR 3015-3
Updated 11/16/2020
The Notice of Mortgage Payment Change is filed as a supplement to the claim and displays only on the claim register. Do not use this event if there is no claim on file. Use the generic notice event which does not require selection of a claim during docketing.
Notice of Mortgage Payment Change (Official Form 410S1)
FRBP 3002.1
Updated 11/16/2020
Updated 11/16/2020
The Notice of Postpetition Mortgage Fees, Expenses, and Charges is filed as a supplement to the claim and displays only on the claim register. Do not use this event if there is no claim on file. Use the generic notice event which does not require selection of a claim during docketing.
Notice of Postpetition Mortgage Fees, Expenses, and Charges (Official Form 410S2)
FRBP 3002.1
Updated 12/1/2020
Whenever a claim is transferred under terms specified in Rule 3001(e)(2), that is, other than for security and after a proof of claim has been filed, the purchaser/transferee must file evidence of the transfer. The notice must state further that any objection must be filed within 20 days of the date the notice is mailed. Form 2100A is designed to serve as evidence of the transfer.
The Bankruptcy Court will give notice of the alleged transfer to the seller/transferor.
Transfer of Claim Other Than for Security (Official Form B2100A)
FRBP 3001(e)(2)
Updated 11/16/2020
The Response to Notice of Final Cure Payment is filed as a supplement to the claim and displays only on the claim register. Do not use this event if there is no claim on file. Use the generic notice event which does not require selection of a claim during docketing.
FRBP 3002.1
Updated 11/16/2020
When prompted, select the claim being withdrawn and Withdrawn as the status.
Updated 11/17/2020
An appeal from a judgment, order, or decree of a bankruptcy court to a district court or Bankruptcy Appellate Panel (BAP) may be taken only by filing a notice of appeal with the bankruptcy clerk within the time allowed by FRBP 8002. The notice of appeal must conform substantially to the Official Form, be accompanied by the judgment, order or decree being appealed, and be accompanied by the filing fee (currently $298).
The Bankruptcy Appellate Panel (BAP) will hear the appeal unless a party elects to have it heard by the United States District Court. The appellant makes that election by checking the appropriate box on the form Notice of Appeal.
A party appealing more than one judgment or order must file a separate notice of appeal for each judgment or order being appealed.
Notice of Appeal (Official Form 417A)
Updated 11/17/2020
The district court, BAP, or court of appeals may condition relief on filing a bond or other security with the bankruptcy court. Attach a cover sheet to the bond when filing electronically.
Bring the original bond to the court for deposit.
Updated 11/17/2020
The appellant must file with the bankruptcy clerk and serve on the appellee, a designation of the items to be included in the record on appeal and a statement of the issues to be presented.
Updated 11/17/2020
Within the time prescribed by the applicable rule, the appellee may file with the bankruptcy clerk and serve on the appellant a designation of additional items to be included in the record.
Updated 11/17/2020
The appellee may elect to have the appeal heard by the United States District Court by filing a statement that substantially confirms to the Official Form 417B within the time prescribed by 28 U.S.C. §158(c)(1)(B).
Optional Appellee Statement to Election to Proceed in District Court (Official Form 417B)
Updated 11/17/2020
Updated 11/17/2020
The bankruptcy court will transmit the notice of appeal and motion for leave to appeal to the BAP or district court.
Updated 11/17/2020
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of the certificate saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
Updated 11/18/2020
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of the certificate saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
Updated 11/18/2020
Bankruptcy rules may require you to serve the document you filed with the court on other parties.
Complete the appropriate form:
Certificate of Service (H9013-3A) (for adversary proceedings)
Certificate of Service (H9013-3B) (for bankruptcy cases)
Sign the certificate or type your name on the signature line.
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of the certificate saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
Updated 4/19/2021
The chapter 13 plan must be filed within 14 days of case filing and must substantially conform to the local Chapter 13 Plan. Review Local Bankruptcy Rule 3015-1 for important information on the plan, including service requirements.
Request to Value Collateral to Determine Amount of Secured Claim. If the plan includes a request to value the collateral of a non-governmental unit under § 506(a) or a governmental unit under Bankruptcy Rule 3012(c), the plan must include Attachment A: Addendum to Section 4.5 Request for Valuation of Secured Claim.
Request to Avoid a Lien. If the plan includes a request to avoid a lien under § 522(f), the plan must include Attachment B: Addendum to Section 4.7 Request to Avoid Lien.
Chapter 13 Plan (H113)
Attachment A: Addendum to Section 4.5 Request for Valuation of Secured Claim (H113_ExA)
Attachment B: Addendum to Section 4.7 Request to Avoid Lien (H113_ExB)
Include Attachments A and B only if they apply to your situation.
Sign the plan or type your name on the signature line.
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of the plan and any attachments saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
For example, if you are attaching a Request for Valuation, type that in the box.
Updated 4/19/2021
The debtor may file an amended chapter 13 plan anytime before confirmation by filing and serving on all creditors an Amended Chapter 13 Plan. The debtor must check the box labeled "Amended" and complete confirmation hearing information before filing and serving. Review Local Bankruptcy Rule 3015-1 and 3015-2 for important information on the plan, including service requirements.
The court uses a "self-calendaring" system, so you do not need to contact the courtroom deputy to obtain the confirmation hearing date for your amended plan. You will need to login to CM/ECF to check for available dates.
Example
Chapter 13 Plan (H113)
Attachment A: Addendum to Section 4.5 Request for Valuation of Secured Claim (H113_ExA)
Attachment B: Addendum to Section 4.7 Request to Avoid Lien (H113_ExB)
Check the "Amended" box and enter the confirmation hearing date and time from the CHAP Chambers Presets Report you obtained in Step 1 above. Include Attachments A and B only if they apply to your situation.
Sign the plan or type your name on the signature line.
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of the amended plan and any attachments saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
For example, if you are attaching a Request for Valuation, type that in the box.
Updated 11/18/2020
When preparing your motion, be sure to include:
You may also choose to use the bankruptcy caption form or adversary proceeding caption form.
Sign your motion or type your name on the signature line of the caption form.
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of your document saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
For example:
For example, if you are attaching exhibits, type Exhibits in the free text box.
Updated 11/29/2021
If you filed a motion that must be set for hearing, you may be contacted by the court to file a document that notifies other parties of when the hearing will be held and where it will take place. Effective December 1, 2021, all hearings will be held by Zoom audio. The notice must include the connection and call-in information.
The courtroom deputy will provide you with a hearing date and time, and will create a "reservation" for you in the court's calendaring program.
Complete the Notice of Hearing (H9073-1). Be sure to enter the same hearing date and time provided by the courtroom deputy.
Sign the notice or type your name on the signature line.
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of the hearing notice saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
For example, if you are filing an amended notice, select Amended from the pre-text box.
Updated 11/18/2020
When preparing your response, be sure to include:
You may also choose to use the bankruptcy caption form or adversary proceeding caption form.
Sign your document or type your name on the signature line of the caption form.
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of the response saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
For example, if you are opposing a motion to dismiss, type that in the box.
For example, if you are attaching exhibits, type that it the box.
Updated 10/20/20
Complete schedules, attaching Declaration About an Individual Debtor's Schedules (Official Form 106Dec) as the last page. Be sure to sign or type your name on the signature line of the declaration.
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of your schedules saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
For example, if you are filing amended schedules and attaching the Statement of Financial Affairs, select Amended from the pre-text box and type Statement of Financial Affairs in the free text box.
Updated 11/18/2020
When preparing your document, be sure to include:
You may also choose to use the bankruptcy caption form or adversary proceeding caption form.
Be sure to sign the document or type your name on the signature line of the caption form.
CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of your document saved on your computer.
You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name. Select Open and the file will open for viewing.
For example, if you are filing a statement, type it in the box.
Created 10/27/2021
LR 83.1 (Attorneys: Admission to the Bar of this Court; Change of Address) applies in adversary and miscellaneous proceedings. In bankruptcy cases, the attorney must give notice of the change in business address or firm affiliation in each pending case in which the attorney has appeared. This notice must be filed within 14 days of the effective date of the change.
An attorney who is a registered ECF user is responsible for changing, promptly after the effective date of the change, the office, address, and email information in the attorney's electronic filing account. These changes must be done in PACER. For instructions on office and address updates, click here. For instructions on email updates, click here.
LBR 2091-1(c) Change of Business Address or Firm Affiliation
Attorney's Notice of Change of Address
Docketing of this event does not require a PDF and will create a "virtual" entry on the docket.
For example:
Important!! Docketing of this event does not change your address in CM/ECF. These changes must be done in PACER. For instructions on office and address updates, click here. For instructions on email updates, click here.
Created 10/1/2021
LR 83.1 (Attorneys: Admission to the Bar of this Court; Change of Address) applies in adversary and miscellaneous proceedings. In bankruptcy cases, the attorney must give notice of the change in business address or firm affiliation in each pending case in which the attorney has appeared. This notice must be filed within 14 days of the effective date of the change.
LBR 2091-1(c) Change of Business Address or Firm Affiliation
Attorney's Notice of Change of Firm Affiliation
Docketing of this event does not require a PDF and will create a "virtual" entry on the docket.
For example:
Example:
Created 10/1/2021
LR 83.1 (Attorneys: Admission to the Bar of this Court; Change of Address) applies in adversary and miscellaneous proceedings. In bankruptcy cases, the attorney must give notice of the change in business address or firm affiliation in each pending case in which the attorney has appeared. This notice must be filed within 14 days of the effective date of the change.
LBR 2091-1(c) Change of Business Address or Firm Affiliation
Attorney's Notice of Change of Firm Affiliation
Docketing of this event does not require a PDF and will create a "virtual" entry on the docket.
For example:
For example:
Example One - Attorney will not continue representation
Example Two - Attorney will continue representation