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II.   Motions

1. Filing of motion papers. For items that may be filed in traditional paper form, rather than electronically, all papers should be filed at Intake on the 17th floor. With the exception of motions for expedited hearings and pleadings specifically requested by the Judge, the Judge’s copy of pleadings filed in paper form should be filed with Intake and not brought to chambers. If paper pleadings are being mailed to the Court for filing, they should be addressed to U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Intake Department, 211 W. Fort St., 17th Floor, Detroit, Michigan 48226.
2. Oral argument on motions. Generally, 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. Ordinarily, evidence will not be taken at the time of oral argument unless the Court has previously notified the parties otherwise.
3. Motion day. Judge Tucker’s motion day is Wednesday. 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.
4. Pro hac vice appearance. Pro hac vice appearances are not permitted. For the requirements and procedures for admission to the bar, counsel are directed to Rule 83.20(c)(1) and (d) of the Local Rules for the District Court, Eastern District of Michigan.
5. Participation by telephone. Out-of-town counsel may participate by telephone in any hearing or conference, except evidentiary hearings or trials. And the Court now permits any counsel to participate by telephone in an adversary proceeding initial scheduling conference, under circumstances described in the notice issued for such a conference. Otherwise, participation by telephone is permitted only in unusual circumstances. Counsel must request approval to participate by telephone, and make arrangements for such telephone participation, no later than noon on the business day before the hearing or conference. Contact Ms. Vozniak to request permission and make arrangements.
6. Discovery disputes. Discovery motions are not encouraged. Counsel must always comply with the "meet and confer" requirements of L.B.R. 9014-1(h).

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