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Motion for 2004 Examination

Updated 11/11/2020

In General

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. 

Hearing

Generally, a hearing is not required.  The court will advise you if the matter will be set for hearing.

Form  

Motion for 2004 Examination (H2004-1)

References

FRBP 2004; LBR 2004-1

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Select Bankruptcy > Motions/Applications.
  • Enter Case Number.
  • Select Rule 2004 Examination (Motion).
  • Click Browse/Choose File and upload PDF. 
  • At the prompt, enter Name of entity to be examined.
  • Skip the Joint Filing screen if you are the only attorney filing this motion.
  • Select Party filer. If the party is not listed, view instructions on adding a new party to the case.
  • The Attorney/Party Association screen displays if the association does not already exist. Carefully read the message in red.
  • Modify docket text, if appropriate.  
  • Verify final docket text. Click Next to complete the filing.
  • The Notice of Electronic Filing displays. This is the verification that the document has been electronically filed.