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Local General Rule 1. Authority; scope; construction1.1 Authority - These rules are promulgated pursuant to 28 U.S.C.§ 2071 and Rule 83 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Amendment of these rules is governed by Rule 83 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Rule 57 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. 1.2 Short title - These rules may be cited and referred to individually as "W.D. Mich. LGenR ____." 1.3 Amendments - These rules may be amended by a majority vote of the district judges in conformity with Rule 83 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Rule 57 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. These rules include amendments through January 1, 2019. 1.4 Applicability - These rules apply to all proceedings in this court. 1.5 Scope - These rules govern the procedure in the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan, govern the practice of attorneys before this court, and supersede all previous rules promulgated by this court or any judge thereof. Administrative orders and single judge standing orders shall be maintained by the clerk on the court's website or made available upon request. All such orders shall be consistent with these rules and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. 1.6 Construction - These rules shall be construed to achieve an orderly administration of the business of this court and to secure the just, speedy and inexpensive determination of every action. References to statutes, regulations or rules shall be interpreted to include all revisions and amendments thereto. References to the clerk shall be interpreted to mean the clerk of this court or any deputy clerk. Wherever used in these rules, the term "party," whether in the singular or plural, shall include all parties appearing in the action pro se and the attorney or attorneys of record for represented parties, where appropriate. Local General Rule 2. Attorneys2.1 Attorney admission to practice
2.2 Permission to practice in a particular case
2.3 Attorney Discipline
2.4 Local counsel - If the law practice of an attorney practicing before the court is not located in proximity to the place where court is held, the court may—in its discretion—require the attorney to designate local counsel. To require local counsel, the court must enter an order articulating the reasons local counsel is required. 2.5 Appearance of counsel - Unless the court orders otherwise, an attorney is deemed an attorney of record by:
The appearance of an attorney is deemed to be the appearance of the law firm. Any attorney in the firm may be required by the court to conduct a court-ordered conference or trial. Withdrawal of appearance may be accomplished only by leave of court. Local General Rule 3. Bankruptcy3.1 Bankruptcy
Local General Rule 4. Conduct in federal court facilities4.1 Facility and environs
4.2 Firearms and weapons
4.3 Electronic communication devices
4.4 Facility conduct conditions
How do I find bankruptcy records in Michigan?An individual can also find out if a bankruptcy case has been closed in Michigan by using PACER or MCVCIS to search and retrieve the status of the bankruptcy case. This information can also be collected from the clerk's office or courthouse public access terminals.
How do I get a copy of my bankruptcy discharge papers in Michigan?Requests must be made by filling out a Copy Request form and then mailing to the court with payment. To determine the number of pages for copies, you may contact the court by calling (616) 456-2693, M-F, 8AM – 4PM or by emailing [email protected].
Where is the Western District of Michigan?The District Court is based in Grand Rapids, courthouses also located in Kalamazoo, Lansing, and Marquette in the Upper Peninsula.
How do I claim bankruptcy in Michigan?Collect Your Michigan Bankruptcy Documents. ... . Take a Credit Counseling Course. ... . Complete the Bankruptcy Forms. ... . Get Your Filing Fee. ... . Print Your Bankruptcy Forms. ... . File Your Forms With the Michigan Bankruptcy Court. ... . Mail Documents to Your Trustee. ... . Take a Debtor Education Course.. |