II. Motions
- Filing of motion papers. All papers should be filed at Intake on the 17th floor. If pleadings are being mailed to the Court for filing, they should be addressed to U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Intake Dept., 211 W. Fort Street, 17th Floor, Detroit, Michigan 48226.
- Oral argument on motions. When an answer/objection to a motion is filed, the Court will schedule oral argument on the motion. The parties will be notified of the date and time of argument.
- Motion day. Judge McIvor's motion day is Tuesday. Counsel does not need to check in with the Courtroom Deputy either in chambers or in the courtroom. Cases will be called generally in the order in which they appear on the docket, which is posted outside the courtroom.
- Pro hac vice appearance. A motion pursuant to L.B.R. 9014-1 must be filed with the Court. Pro hac vice appearances are allowed upon approval from the Court.
- Participation by telephone. Participation by telephone is permitted. Counsel must request approval in advance. Contact Ms. O'Hara to request permission and make arrangements.
- Discovery disputes. Discovery motions are not encouraged.
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