Pro Bono Committee

The bankruptcy court has formed a Bankruptcy Pro Bono Committee (the “PBC”).  The purpose of the PBC is to facilitate and better coordinate bankruptcy pro bono efforts in each division and county located in the Southern District of Florida.  The PBC will also encourage the improvement of existing programs and the development of new programs by pro bono providers throughout the district.

Lawyers Advisory Committee

The bankruptcy court has formed a Bankruptcy Lawyers Advisory Committee (the “LAC”).  The purpose of the LAC is to serve as a liaison to the bankruptcy court and to facilitate communication between the bankruptcy court, the bar, and the public, discussing matters that the LAC believes might improve the administration of justice.

Local Rules Advisory Committee 

The bankruptcy court has formed a new Bankruptcy Local Rules Advisory Committee (the “LRAC”).  The purpose of the LRAC is to study the practice and procedures of this Court, and to make recommendations to the Court concerning such rules and procedures.

Pro Se Helpdesk

The Pro Se Helpdesk originated in 2018 as an in-person, at-the-courthouse program designed to provide assistance to pro se parties in attendance at hearings in bankruptcy court.  

Orders

The Guidelines for Preparing, Submitting and Serving Orders will be strictly enforced. Please refer to each judge's link on the court website under the "Judges" tab for any additional requirements specific to that judge.

Ex Parte Communication

To ensure fairness to all parties, the Court does not entertain any oral or ex parte communications. Federal Rule of Bankruptcy Procedure 9003 prohibits ex parte communications with the judge by any party in interest regarding any matter affecting a case. Failure to comply with this rule may result in sanctions.