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=== Appearances (General Rules and Exceptions) ===

APPEARANCE AT HEARINGS: General Rules and Exceptions Appearance in-Person Appearance Waived Updated June 21, 2020 Honorable Vincent P. Zurzolo United States Bankruptcy Judge Central District of California, Los Angeles Division Courtroom 1368, Roybal Federal Building 255 E. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90012 213-894-3755 I. General Rules: Appear In-Person and Be Prepared A. Appearance Required 1. In-Person Requirement. When a hearing is going forward, in-person appearances are required for all parties or by a party if that party does not have counsel. Failure to appear at the hearing may result in the court imposing sanctions on the counsel and/or the party. See LBRs 7016-1(a, g), 9011-2, 9011-3 and 9013-1(j), 2. Limited Telephonic Appearances. An in-person appearance occasionally may be substituted by a telephonic appearance, such as: (a) When the courtroom is closed to the public due to a public health issue (see separately posted notice regarding Covid-19 procedures); or (b) When the courtroom is open to the public, and a request to appear by telephone is made and approved in advance (requests are rarely granted, except in medical emergencies). Instructions for making a requested are posted on a separate notice on this webpage, titled “TELEPHONIC APPEARANCES vs. IN-PERSON APPEARANCES” 3. Waiver Possible Except for Mistakes. There are scenarios in which in-person appearances could be waived but will not be waived, because one or more parties made mistakes that are described in section II below. B. Preparing for Court Hearings. Please access other links on Judge Zurzolo’s webpage. 1. Instructions/Procedures. These are posted for specific situations: ** Chapter 11 Debtors Who are Individuals – Use of LBR Forms and VZ Forms ** Chapter 13 Miscellaneous Procedures and Requirements ** Order Setting Procedures for Adversary Proceeding Status Conferences ** Pre-Trial Procedure: Instructions for Preparing Pretrial Stipulation ** Procedures Regarding Trials and Evidentiary Hearings 2. Forms. Numerous forms are posted for either mandatory or optional use when filing motions, status reports, and other documents need at court hearings. 1 II. Appearances Waived vs. Appearances Required A. Appearances Waived. Often, appearances may be waived when an order approving a settlement has been entered, when the motion is unopposed and the relief requested meets all legal standards and is supported by evidence, or when the movant has voluntarily dismissed the motion. B. Appearances Not Waived Even if a Motion is Unopposed. There are many scenarios in which in-person appearances can be waived but will not be waived because one or more of the parties made mistakes described in the scenarios below. (1) Relief from Stay Hearings (a) Appearance Waived. Generally, appearances at a hearing are waived if a movant establishes cause to grant a relief from stay motion and there is no written opposition to the motion. If so, a tentative ruling will be posted to grant the motion, waive appearances, and indicate which boxes in the appropriate relief from stay order should be checked. (b) Appearance Not Waived Even if a Motion is Unopposed. Common situations in which an appearance at a hearing is not waived even when an opposition to a motion has not been filed: 1. The movant seeks annulment or relief from the co-debtor stay, but the relief requested is not warranted by the law or is not supported by evidence submitted. 2. The movant seeks relief that Judge Zurzolo rarely, if ever, grants, such as: A. Real Property RFS Motion: Page 5, checkboxes 8 or 10. B. Personal Property RFS Motion: Page 5, checkboxes 7, 8, or 9. C. Unlawful Detainer RFS Motion: Page 5, checkboxes 7, 8, 9, 10 or 11. \ D. Non-Bankruptcy Forum RFS Motion: Page 5, checkbox 6. (2) Adversary Proceeding Conferences and Hearings (a) Appearances Waived. Common scenarios in which appearances may be waived, and such waiver will be indicated in a tentative ruling: 1. Default Judgment: A motion for default judgment establishes cause to be granted. 2. Settlement: At least 2 court days before a hearing, an order is entered granting (A) a stipulation to settle adversary proceeding, or (B) a motion for order approving a settlement. 3. Dismissal: At least 2 court days before a hearing, (A) an order is entered granting a motion to dismiss the adv. proc. or approving a stipulation to dismiss the adv. proc. or (B) a notice of dismissal of adv. proc. was filed before a response to the complaint was filed. The correct LBR form to prepare and file is F 7041-1.ADV.VOLUNTARY.DISMISSAL (b) Appearances Not Waived. Common scenarios in which appearances are not waived: 1. Insufficient Cause Shown: The movant seeks a default judgment that is not warranted by the law and the alleged facts are not supported by evidence submitted. 2. Incomplete Settlement: The parties file a settlement document or stipulation, but an order approving the settlement or stipulation is not entered at least 2 court days before the hearing. 3. Ineffective Dismissal of Adv. Proc.: The plaintiff is no longer pursuing the action but fails to file a notice of dismissal pursuant to FRCP 41(a) and instead files a “withdrawal” of motion. The correct LBR form to file is: F 7041-1.ADV.VOLUNTARY.DISMISSAL 2 (3) Chapter 13 Confirmation and Miscellaneous Motion Hearings: (a) Appearances Waived 1. Plan Confirmation: Appearance at a hearing on chapter 13 plan confirmation is waived only if the hearing is listed on the Consent Calendar published by the chapter 13 trustee. 2. Miscellaneous Motion: Appearance at a hearing on a chapter 13 miscellaneous motion is waived only if (A) movant establishes cause to grant the motion AND (B) a tentative ruling is posted granting the motion without the need for oral argument or appearance. (b) Appearances Not Waived Even if a Motion is Unopposed. Common situations in which appearances are not waived even when an opposition has not been filed: 1. Insufficient Cause Shown: The movant seeks relief which is not warranted by the law and the alleged facts are not supported by evidence submitted. 2. Incomplete Settlement: The parties file a settlement document or stipulation, but an order approving the settlement/stipulation is not entered at least 2 court days before the hearing. 3. Ineffective Dismissal of Motion: A movant is longer pursuing its motion but fails to file a notice of dismissal of motion pursuant to LBR 9013-1(k), and instead files a “withdrawal” of motion. The correct LBR form to file is: F 9013-1.5.MOTION.VOL.DISMISSAL (4) Hearings on Miscellaneous Motions under any Chapter (a) Appearances Waived. The court often waives appearances at hearings on contested matters and other motions. If so, the posted calendar will indicate that a hearing is vacated because the hearing is moot or has been continued; or it will indicate in a tentative ruling that oral argument and appearances are waived and that a proposed order must be lodged. Example scenarios are: 1. Motion Granted. Movant establishes legal and evidentiary cause to grant the motion and there is no written opposition; 2. Motion Settled. The parties file a settlement document/stipulation and an order approving the settlement/stipulation is entered at least 2 court days before the hearing; or 3. Motion Denied. The motion is denied, and follow-up action must be taken. (b) Appearances Not Waived Even if a Motion is Unopposed. Common scenarios in which appearances are not waived even when an opposition to a motion has not been filed: 1. Insufficient Cause Shown. The movant seeks relief which is not warranted by the law and the alleged facts are not supported by evidence submitted. 2. Incomplete Settlement. The parties file a settlement document/stipulation, but an order approving the settlement/stipulation is not entered at least 2 court days before the hearing. 3. Ineffective Dismissal of Motion. A movant no longer pursues its motion but fails to file a notice of dismissal of motion pursuant to LBR 9013-1(k), and instead files a “withdrawal” of motion. The correct LBR form to file is: F 9013-1.5.MOTION.VOL.DISMISSAL 3

=== Auction Sales -- Bidding Procedures ===

AUCTION SALES – BIDDING PROCEDURES Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge August 3, 2017 11 U.S.C. § 363 --- FRBP 6004. 9014 --- LBR 6004-1 1. Approval Process for Bidding/Auction Procedures: Pursuant to LBR 6004-1(b), a party may file (and set for hearing) a separate motion to approve bidding/auction procedures before filing a motion to approve sale of property. Another option is to request approval bidding/auction procedures as part of filing a motion to approve sale of property. Please be aware that, if approval of bidding/auction procedures is not requested in advance by a separately-filed motion, it may be difficult for the movant to persuade the Court to approve a break-up fee or expense reimbursement for a stalking horse bidder, or to preclude a party from bidding on or before the auction, on the grounds that the proposed bidder has not complied with proposed bidding/auction procedures. 2. Auction Location/Identity of Auctioneer: The motion that requests bidding/auction procedures must provide notice of whether the movant requests that the auction be held by Judge Zurzolo at the hearing on the motion to approve sale, or by the movant at another location and time. If the auction is conducted at a location outside of court, the movant is not required to provide the court with a transcript of the auction proceedings in order to obtain later- approval of a sale. Movant is required to file a declaration as to the outcome of the auction. 3. Compliance with Bidding/Auction Procedures: Parties must comply with all bidding procedures approved by the Court, including minimum overbid increments. Please note: Setting a minimum overbid increment does not prohibit a party from increasing their bid by more than the minimum increment. A bidder may also stop bidding at any time, and resume bidding later in the auction process, as long as the auction has not been concluded by that point. 4. Expense Reimbursement; Breakup Fees: Judge Zurzolo generally does not grant a provision in a bidding procedures motion to approve both an expense reimbursement and a break-up fee for a stalking horse bidder. a. Expense Reimbursement: Judge Zurzolo generally approves reimbursement of the stalking horse bidder’s actual expenses up to a maximum amount, rather than a “flat fee” expense reimbursement that does not require evidence that expenses were actually incurred. b. Breakup Fees: Judge Zurzolo requires admissible evidence of the reasonableness of a proposed break-up fee. 1 5. Good Faith Purchase: Movant is required to file admissible evidence to support a finding under 11 U.S.C. 363(m) that the purchase is in good-faith. This evidence may be a declaration from movant, purchaser, or both, depending on the circumstances. Judge Zurzolo does not allow introduction of live testimony of witnesses at a hearing on motion to approve sale, unless a party files a separate motion under FRBP 9014(e) and the court enters an order granting that motion well in advance of the hearing. 6. FRBP 6004(h): 14 day waiver: Please indicate in the motion to approve sale if the movant seeks a waiver of the 14-day stay of FRBP 6004(h). If no party files an opposition to the motion to approve sale, or if all objections to the motion were resolved consensually by the conclusion of the hearing on motion to approve sale, Judge Zurzolo is generally willing to include a waiver provision in the order granting motion to approve sale. 7. Approval of Backup Bidders: Often an auction will result in: (1) a successful bidder; and (2) a party who has the second highest bid and desires to be considered an approved backup bidder. At that time, the court will clarify with the movant, the successful bidder, and the approved backup bidder that the order granting the motion to approve sale will include provisions that authorize or require the backup bidder to perform obligations of the sale in the event the successful bidder fails to close the sale. If the situation arises in which the successful bidder does not close the sale, the parties do not need another court order to approve a sale to the backup bidder, providing that the sale to the backup bidder occurs according to the terms included in the order granting the motion to approve sale. If the movant makes an agreement to sell the property to the backup bidder on terms different from those contained in the order granting motion to approve sale, the movant must file a new motion to approval sale. 2

=== Instructions for the Professional Compensation and Fee Budget ===

Revised 8/05 Instructions for the Professional Compensation and Fee Budget Professional providing services to a Chapter 11 debtor must comply with the following instructions in completing the Professional Compensation and Fee Budget. 1. 2. 3. A model budget is attached. All budgets submitted must contain the categories denoted in the model, but are not required to be in this model form. However, any other format used must be clear, concise, and adequately labeled. Although it is obviously difficult to predict and quantify every action taken in administration of a bankruptcy case, carefully contemplated estimates should be provided along with sufficient detail with respect to the activity code categories. The information required to complete each category should be in compliance with the Office of the United States Trustee for the Central District of California’s “Guide to Applications for Professional Compensation,” December 2002 revision. Judge Zurzolo has supplemented those guidelines with regard to the following expenses: (a) (b) (c) In-house photocopying charges are limited to a maximum of $0.10/page. Charges for transmitting facsimiles are not allowed. Only the actual long-distance telephone charge may be charged. Charges for receipt of facsimile copies may not exceed $0.10/page. A copy of the complete budget must be served attached to the status report as required by this Status Conference Order. In addition, a copy of the budget must be served upon the debtor prior to the status conference hearing date. H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\FEEBUDGET Revised 8/05 PROFESSIONAL COMPENSATION & REIMBURSEMENT BUDGET for Chapter 11 Case Number: LA-99999-VZ Case Name: Widget Manufacturing and Supply Company ___________________________________________________ Date Commenced: 11/01/95 Applicant Name: Mary O. Lawyer Applicant firm: (if applicable) Lawyer, Lawyer & Lawyer Location: Los Angeles, California Type of Services to be Rendered: Bankruptcy Counsel for all matters except real estate transactions. Asset analysis/Recovery/Disposition; Case Administration; Claims; Litigation; Plan & Disclosure Statement; Financing. H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\FEEBUDGET Revised 8/05 Case Number: LA-99999-VZ Case Name: Widget Manufacturing and Supply Company Category: Asset Recovery/Analysis/Disposition Professional Name and/or Type Hourly Rate ($/hr) Total ($) Mary Lawyer/Partner (P) $200 (@ 15 hrs) $3,000 John James/Paralegal (PL) $ 75 (@ 30 hrs) $2,250 Expenses & Costs: Title Searches/ UCC Reports $500 Total for Category: $5,750 Category: Litigation Professional Name and/or Type Hourly Rate ($/hr) Total ($) Mary Lawyer/ P $200 (@ 20 hrs) $ 4,000 Stephen Associate/ A $125 (@ 80 hrs) $10,000 Susan Professional/ PL $ 90 (@ 60 hrs) $ 5,400 Expenses & Costs: Anticipated Litigation Costs (filing/summons) - $2,500 Trial preparation Costs (if not settled) - $8,000 H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\FEEBUDGET Revised 8/05 Total for Category: $ 29,900 PROFESSIONAL COMPENSATION & REIMBURSEMENT BUDGET for Chapter 11 Case Number: ________________________ Case Name: ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Date Commenced: _____/_____/_____ Applicant Name: ___________________________________________________ Applicant firm: (If applicable) ___________________________________________________ Location: ___________________________________________________ Type of Services to be Rendered:_______________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\FEEBUDGET Revised 8/05 Case Number: ________________________ Case Name: ___________________________________________________ CATEGORY: ____________________________________________ Name and/or Type PROFESSIONAL Hourly Rate ($/hr) Total ($) EXPENSES & COSTS: _____________________________________ _____________________________________ TOTAL: TOTAL FOR CATEGORY: $______________________ $______________________ CATEGORY: ___________________________________________ TYPE HOURLY RATE ($/HR) TOTAL ($) PROFESSIONAL EXPENSES & COSTS: _____________________________________ TOTAL: TOTAL FOR CATEGORY: _____________________________________ $______________________ $______________________ H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\FEEBUDGET

=== Instructions for Telephoning Chambers: ===

INSTRUCTIONS -- Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge GUIDELINES FOR TELEPHONING CHAMBERS July 2018 In light of the limitations imposed by Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure (FRBP) Rule 9003, Judge Zurzolo has instructed chambers personnel to limit telephone communications with the public. This is designed to: (1) direct you to the most efficient means of obtaining information you seek and (2) inform you whether such information may be obtained from chambers personnel. Please read these instructions carefully before you place a call to chambers. Thank you for your cooperation. A. CHAMBERS WILL NOT RETURN CALLS INQUIRING ABOUT THE FOLLOWING: 1) Status of a Case or Result of a Hearing: To obtain information related to the status of a case or the result of a hearing, consult the CM/ECF docket, contact a party who participated in the case or hearing, or obtain an audio or written transcript of a proceeding by following the instructions posted on the Court’s website, www.cacb.uscourts.gov, on the “Information” page under the links “Audio Recording of Court Proceedings Order Form” or “Transcripts Order Form and Instructions.” 2) Requests for Advice: The Court cannot act as your attorney or co-counsel. Federal Rules and Code of Ethics/Conduct preclude chambers personnel from answering questions related to how to file or respond to pleadings, which procedures to follow, which rules apply, etc. 3) Inquiries as to Whether Appearance at a Hearing Will Be Necessary: Do not call to see if a hearing was “taken off calendar.” All hearings remain on the calendar but some are vacated or continued. Check Judge Zurzolo’s posted calendar for Tentative Rulings 2 court days prior to the scheduled hearing to see if it was vacated or continued, and if an appearance has been waived. A. Status of a Motion or a Stipulation to Continue a Hearing: Electronic filers will receive a Notice of Electronic Filing (NEF) when the order on a motion or a stipulation has been entered, others should consult the CM/ECF docket. Also, check Judge Zurzolo’s posted calendar for Tentative Rulings 2 court days prior to the hearing to see if the hearing was vacated or continued, and if an appearance has been waived. If no NEF is received at least one day prior to the hearing or no Tentative Ruling is posted waiving appearance, appearance is required. Compliance with LBR 9013-1(m) is required. B. Status of a Stipulation Resolving a Motion or Adversary Proceeding: Electronic filers will receive a NEF when the order on the stipulation has been entered, others should consult the CM/ECF docket. Compliance with LBR 9071-1, LBR 9013-1(k) and FRBP 7041, if applicable, is required. Putting the date of the next scheduled hearing or status conference on the stipulation or proposed order is required, and it permits the Court to prioritize review of your stipulation and post a tentative ruling or that your matter has been vacated. Proposed orders lacking a hearing date will be marked unused. C. Serving a Judge’s Copy of a Stipulation/Motion and Order Resolving a Hearing: Delivery of a judge’s copy to chambers is required, and, it is the best way to insure your stipulation/motion is promptly ruled on. See Court Manual Appendix F and please comply with LBR 5005-2(d) by using tabs for all exhibits and declarations, and stapling/binding the copy. 4) Seeking a Hearing on Shortened Notice under LBR 9075-1(b) (i.e. more than 48 hours of notice): Comply with LBR 9075-1(b) & Ct Manual Appendix F; (1) file underlying motion; (2) file LBR form F 9075-1.1.APP.SHORT.NOTICE, (3) lodge LBR form F 9075-.1.ORDER.SHORT.NOTICE, and (4) serve the judge’s copy by personal delivery or overnight mail no later than 24 hours after the document is filed. Do not put a hearing date on the application or under underlying motion. If the application is granted, the court will notify you of: (1) the hearing date and time, (2) the manner of service required for notice of the hearing and all other required documents, and (3) the deadlines for filing and serving any opposition to the motion and any replies in support of the motion. 5) Inquiries as to Whether to Judge Zurzolo Requires Specific Procedures or Forms: All procedures and required forms specific to Judge Zurzolo are on his webpage at www.cacb.uscourts.gov. Other than procedures/forms listed there, Judge Zurzolo requires compliance with FRBP and LBR rules. 4) Problems Filing or Lodging Documents: If you have an issue with electronically filing or lodging a document, please call the CM/ECF Help desk at 213-894-2365. If you received an email about making an error on a docket, or with the format of an order please contact Judge Zurzolo’s courtroom deputy (Mrs. Johnson) at 213-894-5855. Do not call chambers personnel, they will not have the information technical or otherwise, to assist you. B. PHONE CALLS THAT MUST BE MADE BY AN ATTORNEY WHO IS KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THE CASE OR PROCEEDING, UNLESS SOMEONE IS NOT REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY 1) Status of Order: First, verify you did not receive an email indicating the order was marked unused. Do not leave a message if you received an email. Court Manual Sec 4 provides instructions on lodging proposed orders. If no rejection email was received, and at least 5 court days have elapsed since the order was lodged, you may leave a message stating the date the order was lodged, case or adversary proceeding number, name of the debtor, and a direct phone number at which you may be reached. Please do not call the Courtroom Deputy, or other Clerk’s Office staff, about the status of an order unless you are certain that they sent you an email and you have a question about that email. 2) Requesting Emergency Hearing: If you have a true emergency requiring a hearing on less than 48 hours notice under LBR 9075-1(a), follow all of these instructions: (1) before calling chambers, be prepared with this “Required Information”: (a) Name of Debtor(s), (b) applicable bankruptcy case or adversary proceeding number, (c) identity and role of party seeking relief, (d) relief being sought by the motion(s), and (e) specific need for the motion(s) to be heard within 48 hours. (2) Call Judge Zurzolo’s law clerk: First call Judy Villa at (213) 894-3635, if no answer is received, call Jeff Cozad at (213) 894-3755. (3) If neither of the law clerks answer your call, do all of the following: (a) leave a message with the Required Information for both Judy Villa and Jeff Cozad; and (b) email the Required Information to both Judy Villa at [email protected] and Jeff Cozad at [email protected]. One of the law clerks will call you to discuss the situation and determine whether the Court will set a hearing on an emergency motion basis. (These are the same instructions listed in the “INSTRUCTIONS FOR REQUESTING AN EMERGENCY HEARING” on Judge Zurzolo’s section of the website at www.cacb.uscourts.gov.) C. PHONE CALLS THAT MAY BE MADE BY A NON-ATTORNEY 1) Requesting Second Call: If you are calling to place a matter on second call, please identify the calendar number of your matter by checking Judge Zurzolo’s posted calendar for Tentative Rulings on the court’s website, www.cacb.uscourts.gov. Please indicate how late the attorney will arrive, the reason for being late, the party that the attorney represents and whether you’ve notified other attorneys who are appearing on the same matter. 2) Requesting Telephonic Appearance: If you are calling to request an appearance by telephone, Judge Zurzolo requires advance approval. Please read the judge’s instructions on his section of the Court’s website, www.cacb.uscourts.gov.

=== Judge Zurzolo - Judicial Practice Guide ===

Judicial Practice Guide: 20 Common Situations Judge Vincent P. Zurzolo – June 2025 # 1 Does the Judge’s Staff Communicate by email with Attorneys? The Judge’s Staff may communicate with you by email in the following ways: Notice to Filer -- You may receive an NEF from court staff with “Notice to Filer” instructions that pertain to a document that was filed. Response to Court Appearance Registration Email– You will receive an email from court staff acknowledging that you registered for a court hearing and, if relevant, asking for more information. Response to Request for a Hearing on Less Than Regular Notice: LBR 9075-1(a)(b) -- Follow the instructions in the attached VZ_Instructions-Request Emergency or Short Notice Hearing.pdf which may also be found on the Instructions/Procedures tab of Judge Zurzolo’s section of the Court’s website. Then, make your request as appropriate pursuant to the LBR and the instructions. A law clerk will call or email to respond to your request and if applicable include further instructions. # 2 Court Hearings --- Pre-registration, Appearances, Clients, Decorum All attorneys, trustees and self-represented parties must register to appear in person or by phone. Appearance instructions are attached here: VZ_Telephonic Procedures.2.pdf, and may be found on the Phone/Video Appearances tab of Judge Zurzolo’s section of the website. The information is also provided in tentative rulings for matters requiring appearance. When making a phone appearance, conduct yourself with the same dignity as if you are in the courtroom. Silence your phone until the judge calls your matter. DO NOT INTERRUPT others when they are speaking, particularly the Judge. Do not engage in conversations with anyone else who is on the phone. The Judge will indicate when you should speak by calling for your appearance or for your comments or arguments regarding the matter being heard. Your client or co-counsel have the option to appear by phone if desired, to listen only. The judge will ask for one counsel to speak. If your client’s presence is required, the court will notify you. # 3 What to Find in a Tentative Ruling Section 3-05 of The Central Guide describes what may be found in a tentative ruling, and where to find the link to tentative rulings for any judge which is also provided here: Hearings: POSTED CALENDARS and TENTATIVE RULINGS: Free Access | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court Judge Zurzolo posts tentative rulings that may do any the following: (1) Instruct parties to register to make a court appearance; (2) Inform of the Court’s intended ruling and that appearances are waived; (3) Instruct a party to file supplemental documents; or (4) Lodge an order using the LOU Procedure. # 4 Does Judge Zurzolo Follow All the Local Bankruptcy Rules? The term, "Local Local Rules" is frequently used to describe when a judge varies from a procedure called for by the Local Bankruptcy Rules, the Local Bankruptcy Rules Forms, and in The Central Guide (former Court Manual) (collectively, the “Central District Procedures”). However, "Judicial Variance" is the accurate term for when a judge varies from Central District Procedures by (1) waiving compliance with a LBR or a requirement to use a LBR form, (2) REPLACING a LBR procedure or REPLACING a LBR form with a different form, or (3) by ADDING requirements or forms to those called for by the LBR and LBR forms. The accurate name for these modifications is "Judicial Variance". Here is Judge Zurzolo’s Judicial Variance Statement: Statement of Rules Non-Compliance. Judicial Variance Statements are also found at section 3-13 of The Central Guide. VARIANCE: Judicial Variance Statements | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court # 5 Delivering a Judge’s Copy of a Document that has been filed. Section 3-02 of The Central Guide links to the LBRs pertaining to judge’s copies and guidance on how to assemble and deliver a judge’s copy may be found here: Chambers: DELIVER a JUDGE'S COPY | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court If a matter, not initiated by the Court, is on calendar for any type of hearing, the initiating party must serve a copy on Judge Zurzolo of pleading that began the hearing process. A judge’s copy, served as required by the LBR or specific instruction from Judge Zurzolo, is required for all responsive documents that are 25 pages or more. Parties may be instructed to serve a copy to the Judge by sending it to the chambers email box. # 6 Schedule a Hearing only on a day allowed Every judge has “Self-Calendaring” instructions on their webpage. Judge Zurzolo’s calendar of dates and calendaring instructions with the specific days and times that Judge Zurzolo hears particular matters may be found here: Zurzolo, V. | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court. ONLY use the day and time appropriate to your calendar matter. No exceptions. If you are unsure regarding which day, time and date to select, please contact the courtroom deputy, Ms. Tina Johnson, for assistance: 213-894-5855. # 7 Does Judge Zurzolo Allow Digital Signatures that are Explained in LBR 9011-1? Section 9011-1 of The Central Guide at Signature Requirements; Types of Signatures Allowed; NEW Software-Generated Signatures | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court contains authorization, features and explanations of the court’s policy regarding software-generated signatures of clients and opposing counsel when a document is to be filed electronically via CM/ECF. Judge Zurzolo follows the signature procedure stated within Section 9011-1 of The Central Guide. # 8 It is very rare to grant an “Ex Parte” Motion. Sometimes parties use the term “ex parte” when they believe the court should enter an order quickly or hold a hearing right away. “Ex Parte” means “without notice.” It is very rare to obtain a court order without notice. Nearly all motions require some form of notice. See section 2-05 of The Central Guide at: Hearings: LBR 9013-1(d): REGULAR NOTICE (7, 14, 21, 30 or 42 days of notice) | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court (1) Some motions may be determined without a hearing, See. LBR 9013-1(p)-(q) and Section 2-09 of The Central Guide found at: Hearings: LBR 9013-1(p)-(q): NO HEARING UNLESS JUDGE REQUIRES | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court. (2) Some motions can be heard on more than 48 hours – but less than regular notice – if the standard for shortened notice is met. See section 2-06 of The Central Guide. Hearings: LBR 9075-1(b): SHORTENED NOTICE (Fewer Than 21 Days) | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court (3) Other motions can be heard within 48 hours if the standard for an emergency hearing is met. See section 2-07 of The Central Guide. Hearings: LBR 9075-1(a): EMERGENCIES (48 Hours of Notice) | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court # 9 What to put in your stipulation or motion to continue a hearing? Contacting chambers is not an effective method to obtain a continuance. When all parties agree to continue a hearing, Judge Zurzolo follows LBR 9013-1(m)(2) and LBR 9071-1(a)(2), which requires that the parties file a stipulation to continue the hearing: (1) The parties must state clearly the proposed new date or range of dates for a new hearing, and the reason for the proposed date. (2) The stipulation must contain good cause for not using the original hearing date: “We are discussing settlement” is not necessarily good cause, as the parties must show real progress towards settlement if that is the reason given. (3) The parties must lodge a proposed order. When a party files a motion to continue, Judge Zurzolo follows LBR 9013-1(m)(1), which requires that: (1) The motion must be filed with a notice of motion under LBR 9013-1(p). (2) A motion must include a declaration under penalty of perjury; and (3) The motion must comply with the same standard for a stipulation to continue the hearing. Submitting Exhibits as Evidence to a Motion or in a Trial # 10 In bankruptcy court, evidence is typically provided by written declaration instead of by oral testimony. Exhibits require authentication to be admissible. Testimony in a written declaration, made by a person who has personal knowledge and authority, is required to authenticate the contents of each exhibit. Section 9014(d)-(e) of The Central Guide describes how to submit exhibits as evidence to support a motion, an opposition, or a reply, as required by LBR 9013-1(c). CONTESTED MATTERS: Evidence | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court When exhibits are to be used along with live testimony in an adversary proceeding trial or in a contested matter, parties should follow the instructions in this document: VZ_TRIAL.Briefs.EXHIBITS.pdf # 11 What to Put in An Order Granting a Motion Section 1-15 of The Central Guide provides guidance for lodging an order. See Orders: Judgments: Electronic LODGING: Attorneys: LOU | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court Additional guidance: (1) Link the order to the proper motion, stipulation, or other request for relief (2) In the caption, indicate the document being ruled on, such as “order granting/denying motion.” (3) Keep wording readable – long sentences with many conjunctions are difficult to follow. (4) Words like “hereby” are not needed. # 12 Procedures for Settlements, Including Dismissal of a Dispute Sometimes a dispute gets settled and the moving party decides not to continue pursuing relief. In such case, the movant can file a notice of voluntary dismissal unless a stipulation is needed. See section 9013-1(k) of The Central Guide found at: Motions: Voluntary DISMISSAL or Stipulation to Dismiss | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court FRBP 9019(a) provides that a trustee may settle a matter by filing a separate motion to approve a compromise. See LBR 9019-1, made effective on 10-21-2024, and Section 9019-1 of The Central Guide found at: Settlement; Compromise of Controversy; Motion Required; Notice on Related Adversary Proceeding | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court LBR 9019-1 clarifies that: 1. The proceeding to settle or compromise a dispute qualifies as a contested matter. 2. The motion to compromise must be filed on the docket of the main case, even if the compromise will settle part or all of an adversary proceeding. 3. The notice of motion and the motion to compromise must indicate whether the 4. compromise settles all claims against all parties, or whether any parties or claims remain in the dispute. If the compromise is within an adversary proceeding, a notice must also be filed in the adversary proceeding to indicate that a motion to compromise has been filed on the main case docket. # 13 Procedures in Adversary Proceedings Judge Zurzolo’s procedures applicable to adversary proceedings may be found on the ADVERSARY PROCEEDINGS tab of Judge Zurzolo’s section of the Court’s website and are attached here: VZ_Order Setting Procedure for Adv Proc Status Conferences.pdf Also on the ADVERSARY PROCEEDINGS TAB, You will find Judge Zurzolo’s mandatory forms and instructions: 1) Status report 2) Pre-trial stipulation 3) Procedures regarding trials and evidentiary hearings # 14 Procedures in Chapter 11 Cases The CHAPTER 11 tab of Judge Zurzolo’s section of the Court’s website contains links to three sets of forms that Judge Zurzolo requires when filing a disclosure statement and plan, related notices, and related motions and orders. Judge Zurzolo mandates use of forms specific to the following categories of Debtors: 1) debtors who are individuals with primarily consumer debts 2) debtors that are either not individuals, or are individuals with substantial nonconsumer debt 3) subchapter V debtors. At the beginning of each chapter 11 case, Judge Zurzolo enters an Order Setting Initial Chapter 11 Status Conference that sets forth requirements for filing and serving documents, and at the initial status conference, Judge Zurzolo typically sets deadlines for filing proofs of claim and holding hearings on objection to claims, and serving and filing forms related to disclosure and plan of confirmation. # 15 Procedures in Chapter 13 Cases A summary of important procedures in chapter 13 cases is attached here: VZ_Chapter13Cases.pdf and is found at the CHAPTER 13 tab of Judge Zurzolo’s webpage, where you will find guidance about: 1) Relief from stay and continuing the stay, including relief the judge does not grant 2) Avoiding junior liens 3) Using the motion process, including voluntary dismissal 4) Vacating a dismissal order 5) Setting a hearing on a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday 6) Fee applications 7) Advancing a hearing on plan confirmation 8) Filing a reply and setting a hearing when using the LBR 9013-1(o) process # 16 What if My Opponent Won’t Cooperate in Legal Discovery? Judge Zurzolo requires parties to comply with requirements of LBR 7026-1(c) when a discovery dispute arises. See section 7026-1(c) of The Central Guide for more explanation. DISCOVERY: Resolve Disputes about Discovery Process | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court # 17 Procedures for Attorneys to be Employed or Compensated in Chapter 7 or 11 Cases Standards to follow when filing an application to be employed or compensated by the estate may be found on the INSTRUCTIONS / PROCEDURES tab of Judge Zurzolo’s page of the Court’s website. # 18 Appointing a Neutral Expert to Value Property Property valuation is often an issue in plan confirmation, in adversary proceedings, and in contested matters such as an objection to claim, motion to use cash collateral, and motion for relief from stay. To establish a property’s value, a party may file a motion to value property using the court’s LBR forms that are located in The Central Guide at: Valuation of Collateral: Real Property: Personal Property: Equipment | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court When parties dispute the value of a property, and more than one party offers evidence of value, Judge Zurzolo will commonly issue an Order to Appear and Explain why the court should not appoint a neutral appraiser selected together by all parties to the dispute. The identity of the appraiser and terms of payment and related deadlines will be set forth in a stipulation filed by all parties. The form Stipulation may be found on the ADVERSARY PROCEEDINGS tab of Judge Zurzolo’s section of the Court’s website. # 19 Participating in the Court’s Loan Modification Management Program Our court has a program for debtors who own real property that is at risk of foreclosure. It is called the "Loan Modification Management Program" because there is a company that manages a portal where documents are submitted and stored. The short term for the program is "LMM Program." The purpose of the program is for lenders and debtors to work together in a supervised manner to hopefully avoid the foreclosure process. A debtor whose case is assigned to Judge Zurzolo may participate in the LMM program. See section 3- 10 of The Central Guide for the LMM procedures and LMM forms. Special Tab: LOAN MODIFICATION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court # 20 Court Mediation Program vs. Judicial Settlement Conferences The bankruptcy court mediation program was created in coordination with local bar associations to help parties involved in a in a bankruptcy case or adversary proceeding to resolve their disputes for free or at low cost. The mediation program is available to parties who voluntarily agree to participation in mediation or who are ordered to participate in mediation by a Judge within the Central District of California. The applicable procedures and forms may be found in section 1-14 of The Central Guide: MEDIATION Program: Alternate Dispute Resolution | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court Judge Zurzolo does not serve as a mediator in the court’s mediation program and does not act as a settlement judge over disputes presided over by other bankruptcy judges.

=== Judicial Variance Statement ===

Judicial Variance Statement for Judge Vincent P. Zurzolo Regarding LBRs, The Central Guide, and Forms UPDATED January 20, 2022 Bankruptcy Judge ZURZOLO enforces the Local Bankruptcy Rules and The Central Guide (replaced the Court Manual) and uses mandatory court forms. However here are a few clarifications and exceptions: A. Local Bankruptcy Rules (LBRs): 1. 7016-1(b)(1) and (b)(3): Pre-trial Stipulations: Judge Zurzolo requires that a pre-trial stipulation be filed, but not separately lodged in LOU. See section “F” below for mandatory instructions on preparing a pretrial stipulation. B. The Central Guide: The Central Guide became effective on December 9, 2021. The complete LBR effective February 2021 refer to the Court Manual. When the complete LBR effective January 2022 is posted, former references to the Court Manual will be replaced by The Central Guide. Both documents are currently the court’s website; the Court Manual will be removed effective March 31, 2022. C. “Mandatory” LBR Forms: LBR 9009-1 refers to LBR forms that are marked “mandatory” or “optional” in the footer of the form. Judge Zurzolo follows the “mandatory” and “optional” distinction by requiring use of all mandatory forms and requiring use of only certain “optional” forms (see section “D” below). D. “Optional” LBR Forms that Judge Zurzolo Requires: 1. Chapter 13 Cases: Avoiding Junior Lien on Principal Residence: Judge Zurzolo requires a motion to avoid a consensual junior lien on a debtor’s residence. Therefore, please follow the procedure outlined in Section 4 of The Central Guide, LBR 4003-2 JR LIEN – MOTION. 2. LBR 2081-2: Chapter 11 Debtors Who are Individuals: See Section 4 of The Central Guide, LBR 2081-2 (#1 - #5b) for LBR forms to use when a chapter 11 debtor is an individual. Use of these forms is mandatory: F 2081-2.1.MOTION.CASH.COLLATERAL - Notice of Motion and Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case for Order Authorizing Interim Use of Cash Collateral [11 U.S.C. § 363]; F 2081-2.1.ORDER.CASH.COLLATERAL - Order Re: Notice of Motion and Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case for Order Authorizing Interim Use of Cash Collateral [11 U.S.C. § 363]; F 2081-2.2.MOTION.BUDGET - Notice of Motion and Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case for Order Setting Budget for Interim Use of Estate Property as Defined in 11 U.S.C. § 1115; F 2081-2.2.ORDER.BUDGET - Order Re: Notice of Motion and Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case for Order Pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 363(b) Setting Budget for Interim Use of Estate Property as Defined in 11 U.S.C. § 1115; F 2081-2.3.MOTION.PAYROLL - Notice of Motion and Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case for Order Authorizing Payment of Prepetition Payroll and to Honor Prepetition Employment Procedures: LBR 2081-1(a)(6); F 2081-2.3.ORDER.PAYROLL - Order Authorizing Payment of Prepetition Payroll and to Honor Prepetition Employment Procedures: LBR 2081-1(a)(6); F 2081-2.4.MOTION.UTILITIES - Notice of Motion and Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case for Order Authorizing Debtor to Provide Adequate Assurance of Payment to Utility Service Providers [11 U.S.C. § 366]; F 2081-2.4.ORDER.UTILITIES - Order Re Notice of Motion and Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case for Order Authorizing Debtor to Provide Adequate Assurance of Payment to Utility Service Providers [11 U.S.C. § 366]; F 2081-2.5.MOTION.EMPLOY.GEN.COUNSEL - Notice of Motion and Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case For Order Employing Professional [LBR 2014-1]; F 2081-2.5.ORDER.EMPLOY.GEN.COUNSEL - Order RE Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case For Order Employing General Bankruptcy Counsel [LBR 2014-1]; F 2081-2.5.MOTION.EMPLOY.OTHER - Notice of Motion and Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case For Order Employing Professional [LBR 2014-1]; F 2081-2.5.ORDER.EMPLOY.OTHER - Order RE Motion in Individual Chapter 11 Case For Order Employing Professional [LBR 2014-1]. 3. LBR 3003-1 Notice of Claims Bar Date in Chapter 11 Cases Use of this LBR Form is mandatory: F 3003-1.NOTICE.BARDATE - Notice of Bar Date for Filing Proof of Claim in Chapter 11 Case [LBR 3003-1] E. “Optional” LBR Forms that Judge Zurzolo Prohibits: Do not use the following LBR Forms: 1. Do not use these two LBR forms because, as identified below in section “F”, Judge Zurzolo requires a “VZ” combined Disclosure Statement and Plan F 2081-1.DISCLSR.STMT - Individual Debtor’s Disclosure Statement in Support of Plan of Reorganization; F 2081-1.PLAN - Individual Debtor’s Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization; 2. Do not use these two LBR forms because at the initial chapter 11 status conference, the court sets deadlines for filing proofs of claim and holding hearings on objection to claims. F 3003-1.MOTION.BARDATE - Notice of Motion and Motion In Individual Chapter 11 Case For Order Settling Bar Date For Filing Proofs of Claim F 3003-1.ORDER.BARDATE - Order Setting Bar Date For Filing Proofs of Claim In An Individual Chapter 11 Case 3. Adversary Proceeding Status Reports: Do not use F 7016-1.STATUS.REPORT. Instead, use Judge Zurzolo’s mandatory form VZ.LBR7016.STATUSREPORT, which is posted on the “Adversary Proceeding” TAB of Judge Zurzolo’s court webpage. F. Judge Zurzolo’s “VZ” Forms that he Created for Use in His Cases Only: 1. Chapter 11 Disclosure Statement and Plan Forms: It is mandatory that chapter 11 debtors use Judge Zurzolo’s forms Related to Disclosure Statements and Plans and, specifically, use the forms that match the debtor’s classification. These disclosure statement and plan forms are found at the “Chapter 11” TAB of Judge Zurzolo’s court webpage: NOTE: There are three different sets of these forms because there are three classifications of debtors in chapter 11. Be sure to download and use the forms that apply in your situation: Chapter 11 Forms for use ONLY by Subchapter V Debtors Subchapter V Plan of Reorganization Exhibits and Declarations in Support of Subchapter V Plan Notice of Dates and Deadlines Related to Confirmation of Subchapter V Plan Notice of Motion and Motion to Confirm Subchapter V Plan of Reorganization Order Granting Motion to Confirm Subchapter V Plan of Reorganization Chapter 11 Forms for use ONLY by Debtors Who are individuals with Primarily Consumer Debts Disclosure Statement and Plan (Combined Document) Notice of Hearing on Adequacy of Disclosure Statement Motion to Approve Adequacy of Disclosure Statement Notice of Dates and Deadlines Related to Confirmation of Plan Motion to Confirm Plan of Reorganization Order Granting Motion to Approve Adequacy of Disclosure Statement Order Granting Motion to Confirm Plan of Reorganization Chapter 11 Forms for use ONLY by Nonindividual Debtors and by Individuals with Substantial Non-consumer Debt Disclosure Statement and Plan (Combined Document) Notice of Hearing on Adequacy of Disclosure Statement Motion to Approve Adequacy of Disclosure Statement Notice of Dates and Deadlines Related to Confirmation of Plan Motion to Confirm Plan of Reorganization Order Granting Motion to Approve Adequacy of Disclosure Statement Order Granting Motion to Confirm Plan of Reorganization 2. Model Pretrial Stipulation and Model Pretrial Order: Use Judge Zurzolo’s mandatory format for preparing a pretrial stipulation. It is found on the “Adversary Proceedings” TAB of Judge Zurzolo’s court webpage. At the same tab there are instructions for preparing and filing a pretrial stipulation. If a pretrial stipulation is subsequently approved, follow the same instructions for preparing and lodging a pretrial order that approves the pretrial stipulation.

=== Notice of Amended Standards to be Employed in the Review of Application for Authorization of Employment of Professionals ===

Revised Form 10/05 NOTICE OF AMENDED STANDARDS TO BE EMPLOYED IN THE REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS FOR AUTHORIZATION OF EMPLOYMENT OF PROFESSIONALS In addition to the requirements of 11 U.S.C. Section 327 and Bankruptcy Rule 2014, and the standards set forth in the United States Trustee Guides, I shall apply the following standards in reviewing all applications for authorization of employment of professionals in bankruptcy cases over which I preside. Applications filed after June 1, 1990 must comply with these standards. 1. Contents of Application. The application must state: a. the necessity for employment of the professional; b. the reason for the selection of this particular professional. A copy of the resume of each professional who will provide services to the estate must accompany the application; c. the specific description of services to be rendered by the professional; d. the proposed arrangement for compensation of the professional; and e. whether the professional has any connection with the debtor, debtor-in-possession, creditors of the estate, or any other party in interest. I emphasize that specificity of description is necessary. 2. Fee and Expense Schedule. An exhibit to the application shall set forth: a. the rates of compensation charged by the professional; b. to the extent that the professional has established a rate of reimbursement for expenses, these rates shall also be disclosed. Approval of the employment of the professional does not mean I approve the rates of compensation or reimbursement disclosed in the application. If you seek advance approval of these rates, you must state so in the application and include appropriate language in your proposed order. Disclosure of Employment Agreement. A true and correct copy of any written agreement 3. concerning the terms of employment and/or compensation between the professional and the applicant shall be attached to the application. If any oral or written modification of this agreement is made, it must be disclosed by the professional to the court and the United States Trustee. If you believe the employment agreement contains privileged material, you may by separate motion request an order allowing an in camera inspection of the agreement by the court. Disclosure of Source of Payments. The applicant must disclose the identity of the 4. source of payments to the professional, whether it be the debtor, the estate, or a third party. Disclosure of Retainer. If the professional has received or is seeking to obtain a retainer 5. or an advance fee payment, the applicant must disclose in the application the nature of the retainer or advance fee payment, e.g. an "earned upon receipt" retainer. You are referred to In re Hathaway Ranch Partnership, 116 B.R. 208 (Bkrtcy. C.D. Cal. 1990). If you seek approval of an earned upon receipt retainer, you must provide evidence and argument sufficient to persuade the court that such approval is warranted. If you have received an advance fee payment that must be maintained in a segregated trust account and you wish to draw upon that trust fund more frequently than every 120 days, you must request that relief in your employment application, support that request with evidence establishing that it is necessary and appropriate, and include pertinent language in your proposed order. Upon a proper showing, I will allow monthly draws on advance fee payments pursuant to Local Bankruptcy Rule 9013-1(g)(1)(N) with ten days notice. If you seek to use the "Professional Fee Statement" procedure described in U.S. Trustee's Guides, you must meet the standards set forth in In re Knudsen Corp., 84 B.R. 668 (9th Cir. BAP 1988). The applicant must disclose whether the professional has received or will receive any lien or other interest in property of the debtor or of a third party to secure payment of the professional's fees. 6. Conflicts of Interest. The professional's declaration accompanying the application must expressly and specifically disclose: a. Whether or not the applicant has a pre-petition claim against the estate and, if so, the amount of the claim; b. Whether or not the professional has or had any connection with any insider of the debtor or any insider of an insider of the debtor; and c. Whether or not the professional has represented, is representing, or intends to represent any related debtor in a bankruptcy case in this or any other court. Awareness of and Compliance With Applicable Law. The professional must declare in 7. the declaration accompanying the application that he, she, or it is familiar with the Bankruptcy Code, the Bankruptcy Rules, and the Local Bankruptcy Rules and shall comply with them. Trustee Employing Own Firm. If a trustee seeks approval of the employment of his own 8. law firm or accounting firm, the applicant must demonstrate with argument, supported by admissible evidence, that there is cause under 11 U.S.C. § 327(d). Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons. Before compensation can be paid to a real estate 9. broker or salesperson, court approval must be obtained pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 330 or § 331. Such approval may be obtained concurrently with approval of the broker's or salesperson's employment if: (1) the request is stated in the application and appropriate language is included in the proposed order; (2) the application is served upon any appointed committee, or if no committee H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\EMPLOYMENT 2 has been appointed, upon all creditors with an interest in the subject property and the twenty largest unsecured creditors, exclusive of insiders as defined in 11 U.S.C. § 101(30); and it is demonstrated that the commission sought is reasonable. Honorable VINCENT P. ZURZOLO United States Bankruptcy Judge H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\EMPLOYMENT 3

=== Notice of Standards to be Employed in the Review of Applications for the Allowance of Compensation and the Reimbursement of Expenses ===

Revised Form 8/05 NOTICE OF STANDARDS TO BE EMPLOYED IN THE REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS FOR THE ALLOWANCE OF COMPENSATION AND THE REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES All applications for compensation and reimbursement must comply with 11 U.S.C. § § 330 and 331, Bankruptcy Rules 2002(a)(6) and 2016, Local Bankruptcy Rules 9013-1(a) and 2016-1, and U.S. Trustee Guides. These statutes, rules, and guides do not provide applicants with guidance on many issues. In fairness to applicants, I have prepared these standards so they may have adequate notice of my concerns. Please be aware of these standards in preparing your applications for compensation and reimbursement. IF AN APPLICANT FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THESE STANDARDS, COMPENSATION AND/OR REIMBURSEMENT MAY BE DENIED UNTIL THERE IS COMPLIANCE. The following standards shall apply to all applications filed after June 1, 1990. Usually Reimbursable Expenses 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Postage; Long distance telephone charges; The cost of using messenger services; Filing fees; The actual cost of recurring telecopies of documents. Each application should set forth the number of pages that were received by telecopier. I will not allow a reimbursement of more than ten cents per pages unless a declaration under penalty of perjury accompanies the application and demonstrates that the actual costs of receiving one page of a telecopied document exceeds ten cents. I will not allow reimbursement for the cost of transmitting a document by telecopier except for any long-distance phone charges. These phone charges should be described and listed with other long distance phone charges; The actual cost of computer research services. The applicant should describe specifically 6. what service was used, the per unit cost of the service, the number of time units used by applicant, and the total cost; 7. The actual cost of photocopying documents. Each application should set forth the number of pages that were copies and the charge per page. I will not allow a reimbursement of more than ten cents per page unless a declaration under penalty of perjury accompanies the application and sets forth specific and convincing justification for a higher per page rate. If an applicant requests a disproportionately large reimbursement for any of the forgoing items of expense, a specific and convincing explanation should be set forth in an accompanying declaration. If the applicant receives volume discounts or rebates on any costs for which applicant seeks reimbursement these discounts or rebates must be disclosed in the application. H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\COMPENSATION Revised Form 8/05 Expenses Usually Not Reimbursable 1. Word processing. 2. 3. Secretarial overtime. Travel expenses for "first class" or other luxury transportation, unless an accompanying declaration states that: (a) (b) (c) an emergency existed; what the emergency was; and a lower fare was not available. ALLOWANCE OF FEES 1. Fee rates must be comparable to those charged by similarly experienced and skilled professionals, with bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy practices, in the Central District of California. Upon review of any application for allowance of fees, the court may require the applicant to provide evidence that its rates are comparable to prevailing rates in the Central District of California. 2. Whenever an applicant's rates are changed while the case is pending, it is the applicant's duty to apprise the court of the change in the first fee application submitted after the change occurs. Compensation shall be allowed at the rate in effect when the services in question were provided. FORM OF APPLICATIONS A. The following information must be included at the beginning of each fee application before the narrative description of services: (1) Name and location of applicant. (2) Types of services rendered, i.e., general bankruptcy counsel, special litigation counsel, accountant for Chapter 7 trustee, etc.. (3) The date upon and the chapter in which the case was commenced and, if applicable, the date the case was converted to a different chapter. (4) The date of entry of the order approving the applicant's employment and the date upon which the applicant's employment commenced. (5) The date applicant filed his, her, or its last fee application. (6) A summary of fees paid and costs reimbursed including the following: a. b. c. d. e. Amount of advance fee payment received. Amount of advance fee payment remaining. Total amount actually paid pursuant to prior applications. Total amount remaining to be paid pursuant to prior applications. Total amount allowed yet reserved pending final fee application. H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\COMPENSATION 2 Revised Form 8/05 B. The narrative portion of the application must include the following: (1) A description of the history and progress of the bankruptcy case in general. The amount of funds in the estate available to pay the fees and expenses. When seeking interim compensation in a Chapter 11 case, counsel for the debtor-in-possession should discuss prospects for reorganization and provide a specific time estimate for submission of the disclosure statement and plan. When seeking interim compensation in a Chapter 7 case, the trustee or counsel for the trustee must provide an estimate as to when the final report will be filed. (2) The narrative portion of the application should also provide a description of services by subject matter, i.e., "obtaining approval of cash collateral," "fraudulent transfer litigation," etc. This portion of the narrative should concisely describe the different aspects of the services provided, the results achieved, the number of hours spent, and the amount of compensation being sought for the particular type of services. (3) Each application should set forth the "blended rate" of the applicant. This is the average hourly rate for all of applicant's personnel who performed services described in the fee application. HON. VINCENT P. ZURZOLO United States Bankruptcy Judge H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\COMPENSATION 3

=== Requests for Hearings on Emergency or Shortened Notice Basis (LBR 9075-1) ===

INSTRUCTIONS -- Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge REQUESTS UNDER LBR 9075-1 FOR A HEARING ON AN EMERGENCY BASIS OR SHORTENED NOTICE UPDATED April 2023 Please read these instructions carefully before you place a call to chambers. Thank you. A. Requests for a Hearing on an Emergency Basis Under LBR 9075-1(a) REQUESTS FOR HEARINGS ON AN EMERGENCY BASIS MUST BE MADE BY AN ATTORNEY WHO IS KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THE CASE OR PROCEEDING, UNLESS THE REQUESTING PARTY IS NOT REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY If you have a true emergency requiring a hearing on less than 48 hours of notice under LBR 9075-1(a), follow all of these instructions to make your request: 1. Before calling chambers, be prepared with this “Required Information”: a. name of Debtor(s), b. applicable bankruptcy case or adversary proceeding number, c. identity and role of party seeking relief, d. relief to be requested in the motion(s); and e. specific need for the motion(s) to be heard within 48 hours. 2. Call Judge Zurzolo’s law clerk(s): a. First, call Judy Villa at (213) 894-3635. If no answer is received, then b. Call Jeff Cozad at (213) 894-3721. 3. If neither law clerk is available to take your call, do all of the following: a. Leave a message with Required Information for both: Judy Villa: (213) 894-3635 Jeff Cozad: (213) 894-3721 b. Email the Required Information to both: Judy Villa: [email protected] Jeff Cozad: [email protected] One of the law clerks will respond by phone or email to inform you whether Judge Zurzolo has denied or granted the request and, if granted, to provide notice, service and filing deadlines. B. Requests for a Hearing on Shortened Notice Under LBR 9075-1(b) If you do not need a hearing within 48 hours, do not call Chambers. Comply with LBR 9075-1(b) and section 3-07 of The Central Guide is required; Hearings Motions: SHORTENED NOTICE: Fewer than 21 Days’ Notice | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court (uscourts.gov): (1) file the underlying motion, (2) file LBR form F 9075-1.1.APP.SHORT.NOTICE; (3) lodge LBR form F 9075-1.1.ORDER.SHORT.NOTICE, and (4) serve the judge’s copy by personal delivery or overnight mail so that it is delivered no later than 24 hours after the document is filed. Do not put a hearing date on the application or underlying motion. If the application is granted, the court will enter an order that notifies you of: (1) the hearing date and time, (2) the manner of service required for notice of the hearing and all other required documents, and (3) the deadlines for filing and serving any opposition to the motion and any replies in support of the motion.

=== Instructions for Chapter 11 Post Confirmation Status Report ===

8/98 INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING FIRST STATUS REPORT REGARDING CONSUMMATION OF CONFIRMED PLAN Pursuant to 11 U.S.C. ' 1142(a), I may require the Reorganized debtor to file with this court and serve upon the U.S. Trustee a FIRST STATUS REPORT REGARDING CONSUMMATION OF PLAN (the "Report"), supported by a declaration describing the actions taken by the reorganized Debtor advancing the consummation of the Plan. The Report shall include, as a minimum, the following information: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) A schedule of any real property, and its cost, acquired since confirmation of the Plan, and a schedule of each item of personal property acquired at a cost of more than $5,000.00 since confirmation of the Plan. A schedule of each debt and each class, listing the total amount the Plan required to be paid, the amount required to be paid to date, the amount actually paid to date, and the amount unpaid. A schedule of executory contracts entered into or assumed after plan confirmation. A statement indicating that post-petition taxes of every kind have been paid current, identifying each type of tax which has been paid and is current (i.e., income, payroll, property, sales, etc.), or a detailed explanation of any and all delinquencies, by type of tax, and dollar amount. An estimate of the time for plan consummation and application for final decree. Any other pertinent information needed to explain the progress toward completion of the Plan. If the Plan is fully consummated, the reorganized debtor, in lieu of filing and serving the Report, shall file and serve on United States Trustee and all creditors and parties in interest a MOTION FOR FINAL ORDER CLOSING THE CHAPTER 11 CASE, supported by a declaration, containing all actions taken to consummate the Plan including such things as claims paid, cash or property distributed or sold and the dates these actions were taken. VINCENT P. ZURZOLO UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY JUDGE H:\common\vz\forms\instructions\STATUSREPORTPLAN

=== Confirmation/Consent Hearing Calendar ===

Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:00:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 1 2 3 4 5 2517080 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 PAPADAKIS, EVANGELOS ANASTASIOS CTD _________ PAPADAKIS, NINA KATHERINE CONSENT PFDate 8/15/2025 BarDate 10/24/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 2,352.00 JEFFREY N. WISHMAN 2517190 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 HOXIE, NATALIE PATRICE CTD _________ CONSENT PFDate 8/19/2025 BarDate 10/28/2025CL5 % 0.00 PP 1,089.76 D. JUSTIN HARELIK 2518270 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 NEWTON, LEROY LE DALE NEWTON, MICHELINE CONSENT CTD _________ PFDate 9/18/2025 BarDate 11/28/2025CL5 % 19.30 PP 796.00 PETER M. LIVELY 2519136 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 TUFTS, DANIEL THOMAS CTD _________ CONSENT PFDate 10/15/2025 BarDate 12/24/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 900.00 HALE ANDREW ANTICO 2520400 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 THOMPSON, DENISHA LYNN CTD _________ CONSENT PFDate 11/20/2025 BarDate 1/29/2026 CL5 % 100.00 PP 649.00 RABIN J. POURNAZARIAN 1 2 3 4 5 Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:00:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 6 7 8 9 2520851 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 QUIBOLOY, LINDSEY DEL MAR LANGIT CTD _________ CONSENT PFDate 12/3/2025 BarDate 2/11/2026 CL5 % 100.00 PP 390.00 STEVEN A. ALPERT 2521117 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 ROBLES, RACHAEL ROBLES, ALEJANDRO CONSENT CTD _________ PFDate 12/10/2025 BarDate 2/18/2026 CL5 % 100.00 PP 3,000.00 SANAZ S. BERELIANI 2521143 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 MISSIRIAN, CHRISTOPHER MOURAD CTD _________ CONSENT PFDate 12/11/2025 BarDate 2/19/2026 CL5 % 100.00 PP 682.00 STEVEN A. ALPERT 2521257 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 SANCHEZ, RYAN NICHOLAS CTD _________ CONSENT 6 7 8 9 PFDate 12/16/2025 BarDate 2/24/2026 CL5 % 11.00 PP 430.00 JEFFREY N. WISHMAN 2521374 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 10 RUIZ, CYNTHIA CTD _________ 10 CONSENT PFDate 12/18/2025 BarDate 2/26/2026 CL5 % 9.00 PP 250.00 M. ERIK CLARK Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:00:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 2521505 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 11 LEE, SAMENTHA CTD _________ CONSENT PFDate 12/22/2025 BarDate 3/2/2026 CL5 % 17.00 PP 540.00 BARRY E. BOROWITZ 2610406 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 12 RODARTE, ANTHONY JR CTD _________ CONSENT PFDate 1/16/2026 BarDate 3/27/2026 CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,133.00 SUNDEE M. TEEPLE 2516695 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 13 UISECO, PIO P CTD _________ UISECO, BENG M PFDate 8/4/2025 BarDate 10/14/2025CL5 % 48.00 PP 1,792.49 MICHAEL D. FRANCO 2516768 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 14 PONCE, EDUARDO CTD _________ PFDate 8/5/2025 BarDate 10/14/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 5,363.00 SUNDEE M. TEEPLE 2516789 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 15 MAYBERRY, DAGMAR AKEMI CTD _________ PFDate 8/6/2025 BarDate 10/15/2025CL5 % 0.00 PP 2,227.00 BARRY E. BOROWITZ 11 12 13 14 15 Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:00:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 2516798 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 16 CLARK, ASENATH HENRIETTA CTD _________ PFDate 8/6/2025 BarDate 10/15/2025CL5 % 0.00 PP 250.00 ONYINYE N. ANYAMA 2516819 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 17 SILVA GARCIA, JAVIER CTD _________ PFDate 8/7/2025 BarDate 10/16/2025CL5 % 0.00 PP 549.00 JAIME A. CUEVAS, JR. 2516852 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 18 ZAMUDIO, HECTOR CTD _________ PFDate 8/8/2025 BarDate 10/17/2025CL5 % 59.00 PP 450.00 JAIME A. CUEVAS, JR. 2516874 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 19 CALLEROS, VICTOR CTD _________ PFDate 8/8/2025 BarDate 10/17/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,035.00 JULIE J. VILLALOBOS 2516918 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 20 MAZURE, MICHAEL GERARD CTD _________ PFDate 8/11/2025 BarDate 10/20/2025CL5 % 11.81 PP 728.00 HASMIK JASMINE PAPIAN 16 17 18 19 20 Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:00:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 2516988 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 21 COOK, KIRSTEN BLANCHARD CTD _________ PFDate 8/13/2025 BarDate 10/22/2025CL5 % 2.00 PP 650.00 REED OLMSTEAD 2517042 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 22 JANACUA, JESUS CTD _________ JANACUA, CONNIE PFDate 8/14/2025 BarDate 10/23/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,633.00 MATTHEW D. RESNIK 2517069 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 23 DULATRE, ROSEMARIE RAGASA CTD _________ PFDate 8/15/2025 BarDate 10/24/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 975.00 KEVIN TANG 2517229 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 24 GARCIA, AURORA CTD _________ PFDate 8/20/2025 BarDate 10/29/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,000.00 MATTHEW D. RESNIK 2517275 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 25 BROWN, ANTRON MAURICE CTD _________ PFDate 8/21/2025 BarDate 10/30/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,000.00 D. JUSTIN HARELIK 21 22 23 24 25 Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:00:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 2517361 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 26 ARELLANO MORGADO, HIPOLITO CTD _________ PFDate 8/23/2025 BarDate 11/3/2025 CL5 % 3.00 PP 620.00 LEONARD PEÑA 2517449 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 27 QUIJANO, JUAN JR CTD _________ PFDate 8/26/2025 BarDate 11/4/2025 CL5 % 100.00 PP 840.00 ROBERT T. CHEN 2517523 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 28 MALDONADO, ALFONSO CTD _________ PFDate 8/28/2025 BarDate 11/6/2025 CL5 % 3.00 PP 200.00 JAIME A. CUEVAS, JR. 2517611 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 29 STERLING, LINCOLN ABRAHAM JR CTD _________ STERLING, KRISTIN AMANDA PFDate 8/29/2025 BarDate 11/7/2025 CL5 % 40.60 PP 2,300.00 RAJ T. WADHWANI 2517679 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 30 RIEGEL, EDGAR DANILO CTD _________ RIEGEL, JACQUELINE BOLANOS PFDate 8/30/2025 BarDate 11/10/2025CL5 % 35.00 PP 1,527.00 SUNDEE M. TEEPLE 26 27 28 29 30 Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:00:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 2517694 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 31 JUNES, CARMEN CTD _________ PFDate 8/31/2025 BarDate 11/10/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,632.00 ROBERT T. CHEN 2517700 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 32 BECERRA, LAURA CTD _________ BECERRA, ZUCETH BEATRIZ PFDate 9/1/2025 BarDate 11/10/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,366.93 TYSON TAKEUCHI 2517830 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 33 SANCHEZ, LAURA VALERA CTD _________ PFDate 9/5/2025 BarDate 11/14/2025CL5 % 13.00 PP 2,610.00 DEVIN SAWDAYI 2517840 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 34 GONZALEZ, EDDIE CTD _________ PFDate 9/5/2025 BarDate 11/14/2025CL5 % 8.00 PP 1,100.00 GREGORY M. SHANFELD 2517849 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 35 FRANCO, JUVENAL SOTO CTD _________ PFDate 9/5/2025 BarDate 11/14/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,550.00 TYSON TAKEUCHI 31 32 33 34 35 Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:00:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 2517939 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 36 MELENDEZ, JASMINE CTD _________ PFDate 9/10/2025 BarDate 11/19/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,000.00 JAIME A. CUEVAS, JR. 2518030 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 37 LOU, JORGE ROBERT CTD _________ LOU, EMY PFDate 9/12/2025 BarDate 11/21/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 2,250.00 JAIME A. CUEVAS, JR. 2518124 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 38 DICKSON, LASHUN SHERI CTD _________ PFDate 9/15/2025 BarDate 11/24/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 610.00 SANAZ S. BERELIANI 2518134 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 39 ROBERTS, NAPHTALI VAIL CTD _________ ROBERTS, CHRISTOPHER DOUGLAS PFDate 9/15/2025 BarDate 11/24/2025CL5 % 5.00 PP 0.00 DAVID P. FARRELL 2518229 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 40 WEBSTER, BRYAN THOMAS CTD _________ PFDate 9/17/2025 BarDate 11/26/2025CL5 % 0.00 PP 3,441.25 JEFFREY J. HAGEN 36 37 38 39 40 Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:00:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 2518242 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 41 MEADOWS, LAURA JOANNE CTD _________ PFDate 9/18/2025 BarDate 11/28/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 888.30 DONALD E. IWUCHUKU 2518282 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 42 GOMEZ, GLORIA CTD _________ PFDate 9/18/2025 BarDate 11/28/2025CL5 % 100.00 PP 770.00 TYSON TAKEUCHI 41 42 Chapter 13 Calendar Confirmation Hearing Calendar for 5/11/2026 Los Angeles Division Nancy Curry, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee Judge: Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Time 10:01:00 AM Case Name Time Attorney 1 2 3 4 5 CM 2413068 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 O'REILLY, ARIS CTD _________ PFDate 4/19/2024 BarDate 6/28/2024 CL5 % 100.00 PP 1,273.00 MICHAEL SMITH CM 2420271 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 ANGELES, JUAN DAVID CTD _________ PFDate 12/16/2024 BarDate 2/24/2025 CL5 % 0.00 PP 1,492.48 DONALD E. IWUCHUKU CM 2514812 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 BORJE, CESAR CTD _________ PFDate 6/6/2025 BarDate 8/15/2025 CL5 % 54.00 PP 1,685.00 THOMAS B. URE CM 2515129 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 CHANAKIAN, BEDROS SETRAK CTD _________ PFDate 6/18/2025 BarDate 8/27/2025 CL5 % 11.00 PP 320.00 STEVEN A. ALPERT CM 2515632 VZ CNFD DSMD 180 349 BEALEY, ALISIA DANETTE CTD _________ PFDate 7/2/2025 BarDate 9/10/2025 CL5 % 26.00 PP 2,730.00 BARRY E. BOROWITZ 1 2 3 4 5

=== Chapter 13 Miscellaneous Procedures and Requirements ===

CHAPTER 13 MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES REVISED NOVEMBER 2017 Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo U.S. Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California, Los Angeles Division Roybal Federal Building, 255 E. Temple St. #1360, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213)894-3755 A. THERE ARE 3 WAYS TO OBTAIN A RULING: LBR 9013-1(d), (o), (p) and (q) (1) Set a Hearing: LBR 9013-1(d). Calendar on Judge Zurzolo’s webpage has available dates. The procedure for many motions, especially motions relating to the stay of 11 U.S.C. § 362, is to file a motion, set it for hearing on 21 days or more of notice, and give notice to the debtor, trustee and other required parties using LBR form F 9013-1.1.HEARING.NOTICE. MONDAY Hearing Only, 10:30 a.m. - Any motion involving dismissal, plan modification, valuation of property, employment, fees, claim objection, or permission to file new case.. TUESDAY Hearing Only: 9:30 a.m - All motions for relief from stay or to impose/continue the stay; 11:00 a.m - All motions for default judgment. THURSDAY Hearing Only, 11:00 a.m - Motions related to early stages of an adversary proceeding, such as motion to dismiss, discovery motions, or motion for summary judgment. (NOTE: Adv. proceeding status conferences are set by the court for Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.) (2) Give Notice of Opportunity to Request a Hearing: LBR 9013-1(o), LBR 3015-1(w) and (x) Some motions may be brought by providing notice of the opportunity to request a hearing. LBR 3015-1(w) lists these motions, and other motions qualify because they are not prohibited by LBR 9013-1(o)(2). Examples are: Motions to Value Property and Motions to Incur Debt. LBR 3015-1(x) provides the notice requirements. You must use LBR forms ** F 9013-1.2.OPPORTUNITY.HEARING.NOTICE and ** F 9013-1.2.NO.REQUEST.HEARING.DEC. NOTE: A declaration under penalty of perjury is required for all motions and applications. See LBR 9013-1(i) and related LBR 3015-1 sections, including LBR 3015-1(v)(2) for fee applications. Applications for “No look fees” listed in Court Manual Section 2.9(b) still require a declaration to establish services were provided, and the outcome of the services. (3) Give Notice, then Promptly Lodge an Order: LBR 9013-1(p) and (q) Some motions/applications are ruled on by simply filing a motion using new LBR form notice F 9013-1.NO.HEARING.NOTICE, serving it only as required by LBR 9013-1p) or (q), then promptly lodging an order. Note that some mail service is required under 9013-1(p), LBR 9013-1(p) requires, for some motions, notice by mail on parties. For example: * Application to Extend the Deadline to File Case Commencement Documents * Motion to Confirm Loan Modification Discussion Does Not Violate the Stay * Request for the Clerk to Issue Another Summons * Request for the Clerk to Enter Default. LBR 9013-1(q) authorizes, for some motions, notice by NEF only. For example: * Debtor’s Notice of First-Time Conversion from Chapter 13 to Chapter 7 * Debtor’s Motion for Voluntary Dismissal of Case that has Not Been Converted * Motion to Reopen Bankruptcy Case B. THE NEW CHAPTER 13 PLAN Effective December 1, 2017 FRBP 3015 and 3015.1 All debtors who file a chapter 13 case in this district on December 1, 2017 or after must file the new LBR form chapter 13 plan. The new plan has the same title, F 3015-1.01.CHAPTER13.PLAN, but the date noted at the bottom of each page is December 2017. The new plan is available on the court’s website under LBR forms. C. MOTION TO CONTINUE THE STAY – LBR Form F 4001-1.M.IS 30 DAY DEADLINE TO CONDUCT A HEARING 11 U.S.C. § 362(c)(3) mandates that a hearing take place within 30 days of the petition date when an individual seeks to continue the stay beyond 30 days. Many debtors miss this deadline because they don’t file their motion timely in order to give 21 days of notice of a hearing. Or, even when a debtor files the motion right after commencing the bankruptcy case, sometimes the court’s calendar does not have a hearing date available within the 30 day time period. For the reasons stated below, Judge Zurzolo rarely sets a hearing on less than regular notice. The plain language of 11 U.S.C. § 362(c)(3)(A) provides that the stay of 11 U.S.C. § 362(a) terminates (1) only “with respect to any action taken with respect to a debt or property securing such debt or with respect to any lease” and (2) only “with respect to the Debtor.” However, the Bankruptcy Appellate Panels for the First and Tenth Circuits1 and the majority of courts to consider the issue2 conclude, as Judge Zurzolo does, that the stay of 11 U.S.C. §362(a) remains in place as to property of the bankruptcy estate. As the bankruptcy estate includes the property subject of the motion and generally encompasses the majority of the Debtor’s property per 11 U.S.C. § 541, an emergency is not presented by a 11 U.S.C. § 362(c)(3)(A) stay termination. D. ATTORNEY APPEARANCE REQUIRED; EXCEPTIONS 1) Chapter 13 Confirmation and Miscellaneous Motion Calendar: a. Appearance Not Waived, Even if Chapter 13 Plan or a Motion is Not Opposed: Generally, if there is no written opposition to a chapter 13 plan or a miscellaneous motion, appearance at the hearing is waived. HOWEVER, an appearance at the hearing is not waived if the plan or motion seeks relief that is not supported by admissible evidence. b. Appearances Waived in Two Situations: 1. The chapter 13 trustee recommends plan confirmation by consent; or 2. A tentative ruling is posted granting a miscellaneous motion w/out the need to appear. c. Telephonic Appearances are Rarely Approved for Hearings on chapter 13 Calendar This includes hearings on plan confirmation and miscellaneous motions. 1 . In re Jumpp, 356 B.R. 789 (BAP 1st Cir. 2006), In re Holcomb, 380 B.R. 813 (BAP 10th Cir. 2008). 2 See In re Stanford, 373 B.R. 890, 894-95 (Bankr. E.D. Ark. 2007) discussing the split in authority and listing the numerous courts following the majority view. 2) Relief From Stay Calendar a. Appearance Not Waived, Even if Motion is Not Opposed: Generally, if movant establishes cause to grant a relief from stay motion, and there is no written opposition to the motion, appearance at the hearing is waived. HOWEVER, there are situations in which an appearance at the hearing is not waived: 1. The motion seeks annulment or relief from the co-debtor stay, but the alleged facts are not supported by admissible evidence; 2. The motion seeks relief that Judge Zurzolo rarely, if ever, grants, such as: A. Real Property RFS Motion: Page 5, checkboxes 8 or 10. B. Personal Property RFS Motion: Page 5, checkboxes 7, 8, or 9. C. Unlawful Detainer RFS Motion: Page 5, checkboxes 7, 8, 9, 10 or 11. D. Non-Bankruptcy Forum RFS Motion: Page 5, checkbox 6. b. Appearance Waived: If a tentative ruling is posted granting a motion w/out the need to appear. c. Telephonic Appearances: All requests must comply with Judge Zurzolo’s Telephonic Appearance Instructions. 3) Adversary Proceedings a. Appearance Required for All Attorneys: An appearance is ALWAYS required for counsel of all parties unless a tentative ruling is posted to vacate a hearing or waive appearances. b. Appearance Waived: The situations in which an appearance may be waived are: 1. At least 3 days before a hearing: A. An order is entered to grant a stipulation to settle or motion to settle; B. An adversary proceeding has been dismissed by court order, stipulation of the parties, or notice of dismissal filed before a response to the complaint has been filed; or 2. A motion for default judgment establishes cause to be granted. c. Telephonic Appearances Rarely Approved: The exception is for medical emergencies. E. MOTION TO VALUE REAL or PERSONAL PROPERTY COLLATERAL FRBP 3012 and 11 U.S.C. § 506(a) Any party in interest may seek a court order to set the value of real or personal property collateral. There is a LBR form motion and order on the court’s website at www.cacb.uscourts.gov: F 3012-1.MOTION.VALUATION F 3012-1.ORDER.VALUATION F. MOTION TO AVOID JUNIOR LIENS ON DEBTOR’S PROPERTY ADV. PROCEEDING no longer REQUIRED IN CHAPTER 13 CASES ADV. PROCEEDING still required IN CHAPTER 11 CASES CH 13 CASES: Pursuant to amended FRBP 3012(b) made effective on Dec 1, 2017, if a debtor seeks avoidance of a fully unsecured lien on real property owned by the debtor, the relief may be brought by motion. Pursuant to the new plan, the intent to avoid a lien must be indicated on Pages 2 and 15 of the plan. Judge Zurzolo mandates use of the following LBR forms: F 4003-2.4.JR.LIEN.MOTION F 4003-2.4.JR.LIEN.ORDER Some debtors prefer to obtain an additional order after discharge is entered and/or all plan payments are completed. If so, Judge Zurzolo mandates use of the following LBR forms: F 4003-2.4.DEC.AFTERDISCH F 4003-2.4.ORDER.AFTERDISCH CH 11 CASES -- For attorneys who represent chapter 11 debtors, an adversary proceeding is required per FRBP 7001(2). Judge Zurzolo mandates the use of the following LBR forms: F 4003-2.5.COMPLAINT F 4003-2.5.DEFAULT.MOTION F 4003-2.5.DEFAULT.JUDGMENT If the adversary proceeding is settled by stipulation, DO NOT USE F 4003-2.4.JR.LIEN.ORDER. Instead, file a stipulation with all signatures and lodge a very simple order approving the stipulation. Do not reinsert the terms of the stipulation into the order. G. HOW TO VOLUNTARILY DISMISS A MOTION OR AN ADV. PROCEEDING 1) There is no Legal Authority to “Withdraw” a Motion or a Complaint: Neither the FRBP, FRCP, nor LBR authorize a party to “withdraw” a motion or adversary proceeding. Filing a notice of withdrawal is not effective to resolve an action or waive appearances at a hearing. 2) Two Procedures Allowed to Dismiss a Motion or a Complaint: a. File a Notice of Voluntary Dismissal: The plaintiff or movant can dismiss a motion or a complaint by filing a Notice of Voluntary Dismissal using the appropriate LBR forms: F 7041-1.ADV.VOLUNTARY.DISMISSAL or F 9013-1.5.MOTION.VOL.DISMISSAL. FRBP 7041(a) provides the authority for a plaintiff to dismiss an adversary proceeding in two scenarios. FRBP 9014(c) provides the authority for the party who filed a motion (contested matter) to dismiss the motion in the same two scenarios. 1. If no Party Filed a Response to the Complaint or Motion – Indicate so by checking that box in the Notice of Voluntary Dismissal. An order is not required. 2. If One or More Parties Filed a Response to the Complaint or Motion: A Stipulation to Dismiss the Complaint or Motion is ALSO required. A. File a Stipulation to Dismiss, and include signatures of all parties who filed a response. Or, stipulate on the record at the hearing or status conference. An order approving the stipulation is not required. B. Then, file a Notice of Voluntary Dismissal in which you mark the checkbox that indicates a stipulation was either filed or entered into in court on the record. b. Request a Court Order: Alternatively, movant or plaintiff may make an oral motion in court for dismissal of the action, or file a motion to voluntarily dismiss the action. H. IF CASE IS DISMISSED, WHAT HAPPENS TO RFS MOTIONS OR ADV. PROC.? 1) Relief from Stay Motions: Orders dismissing a chapter 13 case generally indicate jurisdiction is retained under 11 U.S.C. § 362. Therefore, pending relief from stay motions go forward. 2) Adversary Proceedings that are now Moot: If dismissal of the bankruptcy case causes an adversary proceeding to be moot, file LBR form F 7041-1.ADV.VOLUNTARY.DISMISSAL so that the clerk may close the adversary proceeding. I. HOW CAN DEBTOR VACATE A DISMISSAL ORDER OR 180 DAY BAR? 1) Motion to Vacate Dismissal Order: If an order dismissing a bankruptcy case contains a prohibition under 11 U.S.C. § 349 against filing a new case without a court order, a motion is required and a hearing on 21 days of notice to all creditors is required under LBR 9013-1(d). 2) Motion to Vacate 180 Day Bar Against Being a Debtor: If an order dismissing a bankruptcy case contains a 180 day prohibition under 11 U.S.C. § 109(g) against being a debtor, a motion is required to vacate the 180 day bar. LBR 9013-1(d) or (o) must be followed, i.e. either set a hearing on at least 21 days of notice, or use the LBR 9013-1(o) procedure to provide opportunity for parties to request a hearing. Do not file a motion that fails to identify the procedural context in which relief is sought. If LBR 9075-1(b) is followed, file the proper LBR form and declaration from the party with personal knowledge of facts asserted regarding the alleged emergency. A self- created emergency does not constitute cause under LBR 9075-1(b). J. JUDGE’S COPIES NOT NEEDED Judge’s copies are not needed for many chapter 13 documents. Most are identified in Court Manual Appendix F. Others are items Judge Zurzolo does not need, and will just end up in the recycle bin. SAVE PAPER, POSTAGE AND YOUR OFFICE STAFF’S TIME. DON’T SEND THESE. * Case commencement documents - Please see Court Manual section 2.1(f) to identify a long list of “case commencement” documents. These include the petition and schedules, plus others including the RARA, chapter 13 plan, any amendments to case commencement documents, and the Notice of Section 341(a) Meeting and Hearing on Confirmation of Chapter 13 Plan. * Declarations re Preconfirmation Payments involving Secured Debt; Declarations re Filing Tax Returns and Domestic Support Obligations – Other chapter 13 Judges may require these. * Motions w/Opportunity to Request Hearing filed, LBR 3015-1(w)(1) and/or LBR 9013-1(o) Do not send a judge’s copy until after LBR form F 9013-1.2.NO.REQUEST.HEARING.DEC is filed to indicate the proper notice was given, and no party filed a response to request a hearing. Please review Court Manual Appendix I (eye) for giving respondents an extra 3 days to respond. * LOU orders on any motion, application or stipulation – LBR 5005-2(d) and the Court Manual indicate that a judge’s copy of any LOU order is not needed. K. JUDGE’S COPIES NEEDED – LBR 5005-2(d) and Court Manual Appendix F 1) A judge’s copy means ALL of the following: * ONE copy – do not send multiple copies of the same document. The goal is to send one copy to one place (i.e. to the judge). * STAPLED or BOUND – Would you want to read something that isn’t bound? Some parties send it unbound, but that was the method the court wanted when court staff scanned documents onto the docket. You already filed it electronically; thus, we won’t scan it. * TABS FOR ALL EXHIBITS AND DECLARATIONS – Please, put a separate tab to identify each declaration and each separate authenticated exhibit. We aren’t trying to make your life harder. We want to quickly and easily reference all of the information you ask us to read. It is in everyone’s interest that the court can access your documents easily. 2) Common mistakes with judge’s copies: * Filing LBR form F 9013-1.2.NO.REQUEST.HEARING.DEC under LBR 3015-1(w)(3) and LBR 9013-1(o)(4) without attaching a copy of the underlying motion/application. * Filing a stipulation to continue a hearing or resolve a motion, but not delivering a copy to the judge, or delivering it so close to a hearing that it is impossible for the court to review and act on it. Plan to attend the hearing unless a tentative ruling is posted that waives appearances. * Filing a document that relates to a hearing or adversary proceeding status conference, but the relevant date is not in the caption. We want to make sure filed papers are timely considered for a hearing. Even if a hearing is not required (for example) to rule on a stipulation, if the stipulation moots the need for a hearing or requests to continue the hearing, put the relevant date in the caption. Otherwise, your order will be marked unused and there may be a delay. * Reducing the font size by including multiple pages on one sheet of paper.

=== Explanation of Procedure to Advance Hearing ===

Chapter 13 – CHANGING THE DATE OF PLAN CONFIRMATION HEARING Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo Effective April 2018 Introduction. All chapter 13 plan confirmation hearings are set on one Monday in January, March, May, July, September and November. The calendar for those dates is posted on Judge Zurzolo’s page of the court website. When an individual files a chapter 13 bankruptcy petition, the court sets a date for the confirmation hearing and this date is indicated in the notice the court sends to all creditors announcing that a bankruptcy case has been filed. In addition, the debtor prepares and serves on all creditors a notice to indicate the date set for meeting of creditors under 11 U.S.C. § 341(a). , the date for a plan confirmation hearing, and the deadline for creditors and the trustee to file objections to confirmation of the plan. To date, when the chapter 13 trustee determined that no parties objected to a plan and it was ready for a confirmation hearing, Judge Zurzolo authorized the chapter 13 trustee to independently change the date of a confirmation hearing from the scheduled Monday hearing to an earlier date on a Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. All of these hearings were identified as Conformation of Consensual Plans. This often resulted in plans being confirmed many months before the date originally set for a plan confirmation hearing. Prior to December 1, 2017, the deadline for filing an objection to plan confirmation was 14 days before a hearing set on a meeting of creditors under 11 U.S.C. § 341(a). On December 1, 2017, a new version of our court’s mandatory chapter 13 plan form became effective. Amended LBR 3015-1(g) changed the deadline to 14 days before the date of the plan confirmation hearing. This significant change results in difficulty of the trustee to determine that a plan is consensual and ready to be confirmed on a date earlier than originally set. Judge Zurzolo adopts the following procedure to allow for plan confirmation hearings to be changed to a date earlier than originally scheduled. This procedure authorizes the chapter 13 trustee AND the debtor to request an earlier date. These are the only two parties authorized under this procedure. The procedure provides at least 60 days of notice of the change in date, to allow the court to select a new date, allow parties time to file an objection, and maintain the filing date for objections as 14 days prior to the new confirmation hearing date pursuant to LBR 3015-1(g). Procedure. A. Initiated by the Trustee. If the chapter 13 trustee determines a plan is ready for a confirmation hearing on an earlier date: 1. Notifying the Court. The trustee will notify Judge Zurzolo’s courtroom deputy by email. . 2. Setting the New Date. Judge Zurzolo’s staff will select the new confirmation hearing date. 3. Notifying Parties of New Hearing Date on Confirmation of Plan and New Deadline to File Objections to Confirmation. Judge Zurzolo’s staff will prepare and file form VZ NOTICE.CHANGE.DATES.CH13CONF, titled Notice of Change in Dates of (1) Hearing on Confirmation of Chapter 13 Plan; and (2) Deadline to File Objections to Confirmation of Chapter 13 Plan. B. Initiated by the Debtor. A debtor may wish for a plan confirmation hearing on an earlier date, whether or not any objections to confirmation have been filed. The procedure is: 1. Motion and Order to Advance Hearing Date on Confirmation of Plan. a. Motion. The debtor must file form VZ MOTION.ADVANCE.CH13CONF titled Debtor’s Notice of Motion and Motion to Advance Hearing Date of Confirmation of Chapter 13 Plan, which is filed under LBR 9013-1(q). It is not necessary to provide notice by mail to any parties. b. Order. The debtor must lodge form VZ ORDER.ADVANCE.CH13CONF titled Order Confirmation of Chapter 13 Plan. It is not necessary to file a notice of lodgment. Denying Debtor’s Motion to Advance Hearing Date on Granting 2. Setting the New Date. Judge Zurzolo’s staff will select the new confirmation hearing date. 3. Notifying Parties of New Hearing Date on Confirmation of Plan and of Deadline to File Objections to Confirmation. Judge Zurzolo’s staff will prepare and file form VZ NOTICE.CHANGE.DATES.CH13CONF, titled Notice of Change in Dates of (1) Hearing on Confirmation of Chapter 13 Plan and (2) Deadline to File Objections to Confirmation of Chapter 13 Plan.

=== Explanation of Procedure to file Debtor’s Reply ===

Chapter 13 Procedure: DEBTOR’S REPLY TO COMMENTS OF CHAPTER 13 TRUSTEE LBR 3015-1(w)-(x) and 9013-1(g), (o) Judge Zurzolo: August 2019: New Procedure Judge Zurzolo has a solution to the procedural and docketing problems created when: (a) Debtor files a motion, (b) Trustee files Comments in which the trustee opposes the motion but does not request a hearing, and (c) Debtor files an “amended motion” without resolving the original motion. More specifically, debtors file motions under LBR 3015-1(w)-(x) and 9013-1(o) and give notice of the opportunity to file a response and request a hearing. LBR 3015-1(w)(3) requires the debtor to set the motion for hearing if Trustee Comments are filed in which a trustee opposes the motion and requests a hearing; but, LBR 3015-1(w) does not specify action to be taken if a trustee does not request a hearing. Some debtors file a “supplement to motion” or a “supplemental declaration” in an attempt to cure defects raised in Trustee Comments to a motion. Other debtors invent an “amended motion” procedure that is not authorized in the FRBP or LBR and results in two motions that may seek the same relief. If (on the docket) the subsequently entered order is linked to the amended motion instead of the original motion, (1) CM/ECF does not record required statistical data, and (2) when closing the case, the court may need to ask the debtor to comply with FRBP 7041, FRCP 41(a) and LBR 9013-1(k) to dismiss the unresolved motion. An opposed motion is a contested matter under FRBP 9014; dismissal rules allow dismissal of an opposed motion by (a) filing a stipulation to dismiss the motion, or (b) obtaining a dismissal order. Judge Zurzolo’s solution is supported by Nancy Curry, chapter 13 trustee for Judge Zurzolo’s cases. Judge Zurzolo’s solution has two options, both of which (a) eliminate the erroneous amended motion filing and (b) incorporate the “reply” procedure of LBR 9013-1(g) into the LBR 9013-1(o) procedure for having an opportunity to file a response and request a hearing. Both options involve the debtor filing the new form created by Judge Zurzolo, titled “Debtor’s Reply to Comments of Chapter 13 Trustee”. Option #1 – Complete all 3 steps, which include Definitely setting a hearing: (1) Debtor files “Debtor’s Reply to Comments of Chapter 13 Trustee”, (2) Debtor files and serves a notice of hearing, and (3) Chapter 13 trustee has until 7 days before the hearing to file additional trustee comments Option #2 – Complete all 3 steps, which include Possibly setting a hearing: (1) Debtor files “Debtor’s Reply to Comments of Chapter 13 Trustee”, (2) Chapter 13 trustee has 14 days to file additional trustee comments, and (3) Debtor waits for the end of the 14-day response period and then the Debtor either: A. Files/Serves a notice of hearing –-- as trustee filed additional comments to indicate objections, or B. Files a declaration to indicate no party requested a hearing --- as (1) the trustee did not file additional comments, or (2) trustee filed additional comments to recommend granting the motion.

=== Order Setting Procedures for Adversary Proceeding Status Conferences ===

ORDER SETTING PROCEDURES FOR ADVERSARY PROCEEDING STATUS CONFERENCES Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo U.S. Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California Revised November 2017 A. SERVICE OF SUMMONS: MANNER; TIME FRAME; ANOTHER SUMMONS 1. Manner: A summons must be served in the manner provided in FRBP 7004 for the type of defendant being served. Service on some parties must be done by certified mail. 2. Time Frame: Pursuant to FRBP 7004(e), a summons must be served no later than seven (7) days after it is issued, unless service is to be made in a foreign country. 3. Request Another Summons: If a summons is not timely served, or another summons is required to add a party, the party seeking another summons must do so by filing the LBR form F 7004-1.2.REQUEST.ANOTHER.SUMMONS. A MS Word version of the form is posted on the LBR Forms page of the website at www.cacb.uscourts.gov : B. SERVING DOCUMENTS WITH SUMMONS / COMPLAINT; PROOF OF SERVICE 1. Pre-Status Conference Instructions: A copy of this “Order Setting Procedures for Adversary Proceeding Status Conferences” must be attached to every copy of the complaint served upon a party, and the affidavit of service must state that this order as well as a copy of the summons and complaint and, if applicable, a copy of the Debtor Assistance Program Notice was served. C. REQUESTS TO EXTEND RESPONSE DEADLINE OR CONTINUE HEARING 1. Response Deadline: A stipulation to extend the response deadline is effective only after the court enters an order approving the stipulation. A request (motion or stipulation) to extend the deadline to a date within seven (7) days of the status conference will likely be denied unless the status conference is continued to permit the Court adequate time to review filed documents. 2. Continue a Status Conference: A motion or stipulation to continue a hearing will not be granted unless adequate cause is provided. “Discussing settlement” is not ordinarily adequate cause. A status conference may be continued to allow a settlement agreement to be executed and filed if the request contains a copy of the settlement or a substantial recitation of its terms and the request is filed at least three (3) court days prior to the status conference date. Parties must comply with all applicable filing deadlines unless a settlement is timely reached. D. DISPUTES ABOUT CORE PROCEEDING, JURISDICTION, FINAL ORDER, OR RIGHT TO JURY TRIAL Each dispute identified below may be resolved at the status conference. To raise any such dispute, the party or parties must file and serve a memorandum of points and authorities and evidence in support of their positions no later than fourteen (14) days before the Status Conference. Any response must be filed and served no later than seven (7) days before the Status Conference. The failure of any party to timely file and serve documents will be deemed consent to the Court’s determination about any such dispute. Relevant Disputes that must be addressed before the initial status conference are: 1. Core: Is the adversary proceeding is core within the meaning of 28 U.S.C. ' 157(b)? 2. Jurisdiction: Does the court have jurisdiction? 3. Entering a Final Order: Does the court have the authority to enter a final order? 4. Jury Trial: Is there a right to a jury trial? E. PREPARING FOR THE STATUS CONFERENCE 1. FRBP 7026(f)(1): Confer 21 Days Prior to Initial Status Conference. The date of the initial status conference is the FRBP 7026(f)(1) “scheduling conference”; all parties must confer 21 days or more prior to this date on all matters set forth in FRBP 7026(f)(1). 2. Determining Whether You Must File a Status Report: a. YES: A status report must be prepared and filed no later than fourteen (14) days before the date set for each status conference if either of the following scenarios occur: 1. At Least One Defendant Has Filed a Response: File a Joint Status Report. The plaintiff(s) and all parties who have been timely served with the complaint must prepare and file a Joint Status Report 2. No Defendant Filed Response; and Summons not Served on All Defendants: File a Unilateral Status Report. The plaintiff(s) must prepare and file a Unilateral Status Report in which plaintiff(s) identify any defendants not timely served and indicate the status of obtaining another summons (if relevant). Judge Zurzolo has a mandatory status report format. Failure to use this form may result in monetary sanctions and/or continuing the status conference to require parties to prepare and file a status report properly. A MS Word version of the form is posted on Judge Zurzolo’s page of the website at www.cacb.uscourts.gov : * Under AJudges@, select AZurzolo, V.@ * Select AForms@ * Select AAdversary Proceeding Status Report@ b. NO: Do not file a status report if either of the following steps have been taken no later than fourteen (14) days before a status conference: 1. Default Has Been Entered or Requested Against All Defendants: This means: a. A “Notice That the Clerk Has Entered Default” has been entered against all defendants who were timely served with a summons / complaint, and who did not file a response to the complaint; or b. Plaintiff(s) have filed a request for entry of default against each non-responding defendant using LBR form F 7055-1.REQ.ENTER.DEFAULT, and are waiting for a “Notice that the Clerk has Entered Default” to be entered for each non- responding defendant. 2. Default Has Been Entered on All Defendant, and a Motion for Default Judgment Has Been Filed and Set for Hearing: This means a “Notice that the Clerk has Entered Default” has been entered against all defendants, AND plaintiff(s) filed a motion for default judgment and set the motion for hearing. A calendar of available dates to hear a motion for default judgment is available on Zurzolo’s page of the website at www.cacb.uscourts.gov : * Under AJudges@, select AZurzolo, V.@ * Select ASelf-Calendaring@ * Select ADates@ * Select the year that is correct * Identify an available Tuesday @ 11:00 a.m. which allows time for proper service of the motion * Put that date in the caption of the Notice of Motion for Default Judgment F. AT THE STATUS CONFERENCE 1. Attendance in Person Attendance is required unless specifically waived by Judge Zurzolo A. REQUIRED: in an order or by a posted tentative ruling. If a party is represented by an attorney, the attorney required to appear is the attorney who will act as trial counsel or who is responsible for preparing for trial. See LBR 7016-1(a)(1). Corporations, partnerships and other legal entities must be represented by an attorney. See LBR 9011-2(a). B. WAIVED: If Judge Zurzolo waives appearances, such waiver will only be stated in an order entered on the adversary proceeding docket, or posted as a tentative ruling on the court’s website. Judge Zurzolo does not permit parties to not appear at a status conference simply because parties entered into a stipulation or filed some other request to not appear. Do not call chambers to request waiver of appearance. C. TELEPHONIC APPEARANCE: In rare situations, Judge Zurzolo may allow an attorney to appear by telephone. When making a request to appear by phone, please follow Judge Zurzolo’s Telephonic Appearance Instructions on his page of the court’s website at www.cacb.uscourts.gov : * Under AJudges@, select AZurzolo, V.@ * Select AForms@ * Select AAdversary Proceeding Status Report@ 2. Rulings to Anticipate: Please be prepared for Judge Zurzolo to make rulings on at least the following matters: A. DISPUTES ABOUT CORE, JURISDICTION, ENTERING FINAL ORDER, and RIGHT TO JURY TRIAL: Please see section D above. B. DEADLINES and DATES: Judge Zurzolo may set deadlines to amend pleadings and join parties, complete discovery, complete mediation, and for conducting a hearing on pre-trial motions (including motions for summary judgment). Judge Zurzolo may also set a date to conduct a pre-trial conference or continued status conference. Judge Zurzolo rarely sets a trial date at the status conference. If a trial is to be set, those dates usually are selected at a pre-trial conference. C. FUTURE PRETRIAL CONFERENCE; PRETRIAL STIPULATION: In most adversary proceedings on path for a trial, and in which Judge Zurzolo sets a date for a pretrial conference, Judge Zurzolo will order parties to prepare and file a pretrial stipulation. The format that must be used is located on Judge Zurzolo’s page of the website at www.cacb.uscourts.gov: * Under AJudges@, select AZurzolo, V.@ (1) * Select AForms@ * Select “Pretrial Procedures: Model Pretrial Stipulation@ * Select APretrial Procedures: Model Order on Pretrial Stipulation” (2) * Select AInstructions/Procedures@ * Select APretrial Procedures: Instructions for Preparing Model Pretrial Stipulation and Model Order on Pretrial Stipulation”

=== Pre-Trial Procedure: Instructions for Preparing Model Pre-Trial Stipulation and Model Order ===

JUDGE ZURZOLO’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRE-TRIAL STIPULATIONS UPDATED December 2018 When searching for items on the court’s website, visit www.cacb.uscourts.gov Preface The parties to an adversary proceeding must carefully read and comply with the following instructions (“PTS Instructions”) for preparing a Pre-Trial Stipulation and an Order Approving Pre-Trial Stipulation. Except as explicitly stated below, the PTS Instructions supplement, not supplant, the requirements and procedures in Local Bankruptcy Rule (“LBR”) 7016-1(b)--(g), including the timelines therein. The Parties must also read LBRs 7030-1 pertaining to depositions. To be aware of requirements related to trial briefs, exhibits included with a filed document or to be presented at a trial, or use of transcripts from a deposition, 2004 examination or 341(a) meeting of creditors, the parties must also read the document titled “Judge Zurzolo’s Procedures: Trials and Evidentiary Hearings” that is found on Judge Zurzolo’s page of the court’s website, under “Instructions/Procedures”. NOTICE TO PARTIES: Any Party that fails to explicitly follow the PTS Instructions may be subject to sanctions pursuant to LBR 1001-1(f) and 7016-1(f), and 11 U.S.C. § 105(a). Required Papers to File or Lodge 1) A model Pre-Trial Stipulation (“Model Pretrial Stipulation”) is separately posted on Judge Zurzolo’s section of the court’s website, and all Pre-Trial Stipulations filed with this Court must comport to the Model Pretrial Stipulation. 2) A model Order re: Pretrial Stipulation (“Model Order re: Pretrial Stipulation”) is separately posted on on Judge Zurzolo’s section of the court’s website, and all such orders must comport to the Model Order re: Pretrial Stipulation. Required Contents for the Pre-Trial Stipulation 3) Each Pre-Trial Stipulation must contain the following: a) Section I – Underlying Issues of Fact Common to All Claims for Relief: i) Only facts fundamental to the adversary proceeding should be included. ii) Each fact should be stated in a separate paragraph. iii) No legal issues/assertions should be listed in this section. If the Parties find that argument and evidence offered in support of a stated “fact” is repeated in the Claims for Relief section, it is likely mixed issue of law and fact or a legal conclusion and does not belong in the Underlying Issues of Fact Common to All Claims for Relief section. iv) State whether each fact is contested or not contested. Please carefully consider whether facts identified as contested are truly contested. The Court carefully reviews whether the Parties’ argument(s) and supporting evidence directly controvert the asserted fact. v) For each fact that is not contested, stating “not contested” is adequate. For each contested fact, in separate paragraphs provide a brief statement of each party’s argument and supporting evidence including any admissions and proposed witnesses and exhibits. If Defendant does not have evidence to present regarding an asserted fact, Defendant should so state and should elucidate why Plaintiff has failed to meet Plaintiff’s burden to establish the fact. b) Section II – Claims for Relief: i) It is Plaintiff’s duty to elucidate each claim for relief and specify the elements which establish the claim. ii) State whether each element of the claim for relief is contested or not contested. Please carefully consider whether an element identified as contested is truly contested. The Court carefully reviews whether the Parties’ argument(s) and supporting evidence are relevant to the element being contested. iii) For each element that is not contested, stating “not contested” is adequate. iv) For each contested element, in separate paragraphs, provide a brief statement of each party’s argument (including a brief citation of authority supporting the position) and supporting evidence including any admissions and proposed witnesses and exhibits. If Defendant does not have evidence to present regarding an element of a claim for relief, Defendant should so state and should elucidate why Plaintiff has failed to meet Plaintiff’s burden to establish that element. c) Section III – Remedies i) Plaintiff should state each remedy sought in a separate paragraph. If claiming money damages, specifically state the damages claimed and how the damages are calculated. ii) State whether the remedy claimed is contested or not contested. Please consider that contesting liability does not require contesting damages, and vice versa. iii) If a remedy is not contested, stating “not contested” is adequate. iv) If contested, in separate paragraphs provide a brief statement of each party’s argument and supporting evidence including any admissions and proposed witnesses and exhibits. If Defendant does not have evidence to present regarding a remedy sought, Defendant should so state and should elucidate why Plaintiff has failed to meet Plaintiff’s burden to establish entitlement to the relief claimed. d) Section IV – Affirmative Defenses: i) It is Defendant’s duty to elucidate each affirmative defense and specify the elements which establish the defense. ii) State whether each element of the affirmative defense is contested or not contested. iii) For each contested element, in separate paragraphs provide a brief statement of each party’s argument (including a brief citation of authority supporting the position) and supporting evidence including any admissions and proposed witnesses and exhibits. If Plaintiff does not have evidence to present regarding a claim for relief, Plaintiff should so state and should elucidate why Defendant has failed to meet Defendant’s burden to establish the element of the affirmative defense. e) Section V – Exhibits: i) The Parties must attach and state that their exhibits are listed and attached to the Pre- Trial Stipulation in the appropriate Appendix. Plaintiff’s exhibits are to be indexed and attached in Appendix 1. Defendant’s exhibits are to be indexed and attached in Appendix 2. ii) Each Party must identify which exhibits are stipulated to be admitted at trial and which are subject to objection. The failure to object to the admission of exhibits listed on Appendices 1 and 2 shall be deemed a waiver of any objection. iii) If there is a dispute as to the admissibility of either party’s exhibits for any purpose which cannot be remedied, NOT an evidentiary objection which may be remedied at trial (such as lack of foundation) or which may only be determined at trial (such as relevance or hearsay where there may be a non-hearsay purpose for offering the evidence), the objecting party must file and serve a Motion to Exclude concurrently with the Pre-Trial Stipulation. See Section 3 below. iv) Legible copies of each exhibit a party intends to use at trial must be attached to the Pre-Trial Stipulation unless the exhibit is to be used for impeachment purposes only. v) If any party is attaching deposition transcripts as an exhibit, please be aware that the Court requires strict compliance with Local Bankruptcy Rule 7030-1(b). f) Section VI – Witnesses to Be Offered by Each Party: i) The Parties must use the language in Section VI of the Model Pretrial Stipulation. ii) In the appropriate appendix, each party must list the witnesses which the party intends to call to testify at trial. iii) For each witness listed, summarize the witness’ anticipated testimony and estimate the time needed for the direct and cross examination of the witness. It is important to be as accurate as possible in estimating the time needed as that is what the Court uses to allocate the appropriate amount of trial time. g) Section VII – Rebuttal Testimony and Stipulation: i) The Parties must use the language in Section VII of the Model Pretrial Stipulation. 4) Motions to Exclude a) As a general rule, motions to exclude evidence are only appropriate to object to patently inadmissible or prejudicial evidence. b) If there is any dispute as to the admissibility of either party’s evidence, the objecting party must file and serve concurrently with the Pre-Trial Stipulation a motion to exclude the subject evidence with a supporting memorandum of points and authorities. c) Any response to the motion must be filed and served two court days prior to the pre-trial conference. All objections to admission of exhibits submitted with the Pre-Trial Stipulation will be resolved at the pre-trial conference. Settlement Instructions 5) If the Parties are considering settling or are in the process of settling, be advised: a) Unless a settlement is reached prior to the pre-trial conference date, a pre-trial stipulation must be timely filed and served. Failure to timely comply may result in sanctions. b) A stipulation to continue of the pre-trial conference will rarely be granted if the reason for the continuance is that the parties are “discussing settlement” or “in the process of settling”. 6) If the Parties have reached a settlement: a) The pre-trial conference may be continued to allow for execution and filing the written settlement if the stipulation to continue contains a copy of the settlement or a substantial recitation of its terms. b) The stipulation to continue must be filed at least two (2) court days prior to the pre-trial conference and a judge’s copy delivered so that it arrives at the judge’s chambers at least two (2) court days prior to the pre-trial conference. 7) If the adversary is based on 11 U.S.C. §523(c), then the settlement or stipulated judgment must contain an admission of liability under §523(a)(2), (4) or (6) on behalf of Defendant for it not to be treated as a reaffirmation agreement controlled by §524. If no admission is present, then the requirements of §524(c) and (d) must be followed. Trial Instructions 8) Trial dates are firm and continuances at the parties’ request are rarely granted. 9) The Court generally will contact counsel the week before the scheduled trial date to determine any revised trial estimate times. If the parties reach a settlement prior to trial, they must inform the Court promptly at (213) 894-3635. A written stipulation must be filed and a proposed order must be lodged at least two (2) court days prior to the trial date. A written settlement may be subject to review as discussed above in Paragraphs 4 and 5. 10) The Parties must comply with Local Bankruptcy Rule 9070-1(a) with respect to identifying and marking trial exhibits, preparing an exhibit register on the form available on the court’s website under “Court Forms”, and preparing and bringing to the trial adequate exhibit sets for all counsel and the witness. In most instances, the required number is three (3). As a complete copy of the exhibits is to be attached to the Pre-Trial Stipulation, no additional copy of the exhibits need be brought to trial for the Judge. If the exhibits are longer than ten (10) pages, they should be assembled in binders and tabbed (with exhibit numbers for the plaintiff and letters for the defendant). Exhibit tags may be obtained from either the DECRO clerk on the 9th Floor of the Roybal Building (213-894-5855) or the DECRO clerk prior to the trial. 11) All trial briefs must be filed and served not less than seven (7) days in advance of the trial date, with a Judge’s Copy served by personal delivery or overnight mail to chambers to arrive not less than seven (7) days prior to the trial date. 12) Opening statements are permissible (but not required). Counsel should be prepared to complete closing arguments as soon as the parties have rested. Post-trial briefs are appropriate only if ordered by the Court. 13) Counsel are to instruct their witnesses to pause briefly before answering the question asked of them, to allow opposing counsel to object. Objections are signaled to the Court by standing prior to the witness’ answer. In the event the witness begins the answer prior to counsel raising an objection, opposing counsel must wait until the witness is finished answering the question before standing and raising the objection.

=== Procedures Regarding Trials and Evidentiary Hearings - ===

JUDGE ZURZOLO’S PROCEDURES: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TRIALS and EVIDENTIARY HEARINGS Updated November 2022 A. ATTENDANCE IN PERSON Unless otherwise ordered, all trials and evidentiary hearings will take place in court and in person. B. BRIEFS (1) LBR Reference Judge Zurzolo requires compliance with LBR 9013-2 (2) Judge’s Copy Judge Zurzolo requires compliance with Section 2-02 of The Central Guide at this link: Addresses: Courthouses: JUDGE'S COPIES; Documents Filed under Seal | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court (uscourts.gov) C. TRANSCRIPTS OF RECORDED TESTIMONY Judge Zurzolo requires compliance with The Central Guide when parties use any transcript of recorded testimony as evidence during a trial or evidentiary hearing. See section 4 of The Central Guide, Rule 7030-1 at this link: Discovery: USING TRANSCRIPTS AS EVIDENCE | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court (uscourts.gov) (1) LBR Reference: All provisions of LBR 7030-1 apply to depositions, including lodging original and copies of transcripts. Judge Zurzolo extends the provisions of LBR 7030-1 to include transcripts of testimony taking at a deposition, at a 2004 Examinations, and at a 341(a) Meeting of Creditors. (2) Marking and Countermarking Proffered Testimony: Per LBR 7030-1(b)(2), each party must mark or countermark testimony each party intends to offer from a particular transcript. (3) Marking Objections to Proffered Testimony: Per LBR 7030-1(b)(3), each party must mark objections to proffered evidence of the other party in the margins of the transcript. D. EXHIBITS (1) Exhibits Submitted with a Filed Document: Identification and Tabs Judge Zurzolo requires compliance with The Central Guide when parties submit exhibits with a filed document for use during a trial or evidentiary hearing. See section 4 of The Central Guide, Rule 9014(d)-(e), at this link. CONTESTED MATTERS: Evidence | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court (uscourts.gov) (a) LBR References: LBRs 9070-1(a)(1)-(2), 9013-1(c)(3) and 9013-1(i) apply, including filing, attaching, and authenticating exhibits with appropriate certifications and/or declarations under penalty of perjury. (b) Exhibit Tabs: Per LBR 9070-1(a)(2), exhibits submitted with a filed document, including a pre-trial stipulation, must be separated by exhibit tabs as follows: * Numbers: Plaintiff / Movant’s exhibits must be marked with numbers in increasing order * Letters: Defendant / Respondent’s exhibits must be marked with letters in alphabetical order. (2) Exhibits Presented During a Trial or Evidentiary Hearing: Register, Tags, Copies Judge Zurzolo requires compliance with The Central Guide when parties prepare exhibits to be presented during a live trial or evidentiary hearing. See section 4 of The Central Guide, Rule 7030-1, for links to court forms for an exhibit register and exhibit tags: (Evidence: EXHIBIT REGISTER; EXHIBIT TAGS: Plaintiff & Defendant | Central District of California | United States Bankruptcy Court (ao.dcn) (a) LBR References: LBRs 9070-1(a)(3)-(5) apply to exhibits presented with live testimony. (b) Exhibit Register: Per LBR 9070-1(a)(3), all parties presenting exhibits during a trial or evidentiary hearing must prepare an exhibit register on Form B 3024 “EXHIBIT REGISTER AND NOTICE RE DISPOSITION OF EXHIBITS” (c) Exhibit Tags: Per LBR 9070-1(a)(1)-(3) all parties presenting exhibits have the responsibility to tag their own exhibits prior to the start of trial. * Plaintiff’s exhibit tags – use LBR form F 9070-1.TAG.PLAINTIFF * Defendant’s exhibit tags – use LBR form F 9070-2.TAG.DEFENDANT (d) # of Exhibit Copies: Per LBR 9070-1(a)(4)-(5): * Please bring one original set (for the court recorder) * Please bring at least 4 sets of copies (1/each counsel, 1/judge, 1/witness)

=== Telephonic Appearance Procedures ===

PROCEDURE FOR APPEARING AT COURT HEARINGS Updated April 8, 2025 PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK THIS WEBPAGE FOR UPDATES Judge Zurzolo’s Courtroom 1368 is OPEN to the public Roybal Federal Building & Courthouse 255 E. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90012 Do I have a choice to appear in person or appear by phone? Yes, unless the court instructs otherwise in an order or in a tentative ruling. Is there a choice to appear by video? No How do I find out if my hearing is going forward as scheduled? Please view “Tentative Rulings / Posted Judicial Calendars” to determine if your hearing is going forward. Calendars are posted on the court’s website: Home page, Left side How do I check in for a hearing? ALL PARTIES must check-in before the hearing by registering to indicate whether you will appear in person or by phone. This includes trustees, attorneys, and self-represented parties. REGISTER TO INDICATE IF YOU WILL APPEAR BY PHONE OR IN PERSON 1) Deadlines a. Tues/Thurs hearings -- no later than 12:00 noon the day prior b. Monday Chap 13 hearings – no later than 12:00 noon the prior Friday 2) Send an email to [email protected] 3) In the subject line, insert "Registration -- Telephonic Appearance" OR "Registration -- In Person Appearance" 4) Include in the email all of the following information: a. Your full name, State Bar #, office phone #, and client’s full name b. Hearing date and time, and matter number on the calendar c. Debtor’s name and case number and, if applicable, adversary procedure number JOIN JUDGE ZURZOLO'S ZOOM GOV PHONE LINE: If you are appearing by phone, join Judge Zurzolo’s Zoom Gov line 15 minutes before the hearing. Keep your phone on mute until your matter is called. Call either phone line: (669) 254-5252 or (669) 216-1590 Meeting ID: 160 995 2562 Participant ID: # Passcode: 13682022

=== How to Get Section 362 Orders Entered and Served Correctly and Quickly ===

How to Get Section 362 Orders entered and served correctly and quickly Hon. Vincent P. Zurzolo USBC Central District of California Effective July 1, 2008 These guidelines apply to orders on motions: (1) for relief from the automatic stay; (2) to impose the stay; or (3) to continue the stay (“Section 362 Orders”). The guidelines will add certainty to the process and minimize costs/delay by: 1) fully utilizing electronic processes of filing documents (“CM/ECF”), Lodged Order Upload (“LOU”), and service by Notice of Electronic Filing (“NEF”); 2) eliminating or minimizing the need to provide envelopes and copies of orders; 3) establishing a process for resolving Section 362 motions by stipulation; 4) clarifying the court’s duty to serve copies of orders; and 5) giving movant control of the timing of preparing proposed orders. Complying with these guidelines will result in Section 362 Orders being entered and served correctly and quickly. A. Check Tentative Rulings Judge Zurzolo posts tentative rulings two court days prior to hearings. Check to see if relief will be granted without a hearing, and if so, what relief. Go to www.cacb.uscourts.gov. The Tentative Rulings link is on page one. B. Lodge Proposed Orders via LOU All CM/ECF users must lodge Section 362 Orders via LOU. No exceptions. C. When Should a Proposed Order be Lodged? Lodged via LOU - Proposed orders may be lodged via LOU after tentative rulings are posted; if a tentative ruling is not posted, lodge the proposed order after the hearing. Lodged at Intake Window – Proposed orders may only be lodged after the hearing. D. Are F 4001-1 Form Orders Mandatory? MANDATORY -- All Section 362 Orders must be prepared using a F 4001-1 order available at www.cacb.uscourts.gov under Local Bankruptcy Rules (“LBR”) and Forms. NOT MANDATORY – If LBR allow for a stipulation regarding the Section 362 Stay without filing a motion, a F 4001-1 order is not required. The stipulation must first be signed and filed via CM/ECF. Next, lodge a separate proposed order approving the stipulation. E. What if the Motion is Settled by Stipulation? Motions “Settled by Stipulation” require approval from counsel for debtor and movant. NOTE: “/s/ followed by attorney’s name” may only be used by the attorney who lodges the proposed order. DO NOT lodge orders with multiple “/s/ followed by attorney’s name.” Therefore, before lodging a F 4001-1 order in which the “Settled by Stipulation” box on page one is checked, movant must first file via CM/ECF the signed Adequate Protection Attachment pages of the proposed order: (A) granting relief from the automatic stay (F 4001- 10.PP or F 4001-10.RP); (B) imposing or continuing the stay (F 4001-10.IS); or (C) continuing the stay (F 4001-10.TCS). The process is: 1) obtain all necessary signatures on the Adequate Protection Attachment pages of the appropriate F 4001-1 form order; 2) file via CM/ECF the Adequate Protection Attachment pages with signatures, accompanied by a pleading cover sheet titled: “Stipulation for Adequate Protection re Section 362 Stay”; 3) lodge the entire F 4001-1 order, including the unsigned Adequate Protection Attachment pages; and 4) when lodging the proposed order via LOU, link the proposed order to the motion, not to the stipulation. F. How Soon will the Order be Entered? 1. Orders on Unopposed Motions - Orders on unopposed motions will be entered as soon as the court reviews and approves the terms of the proposed order. Pursuant to LBR 9021-1(a)(6), there is no mandatory waiting period. 2. Orders on Opposed Motions - If all parties who filed an opposition to the motion sign off on the form of the proposed order, the order will be entered as soon as the court reviews and approves the terms of the proposed order. If all parties who filed an opposition to the motion do not sign off on the form of the proposed order, the court will wait seven court days for objections to be filed before reviewing and approving the terms of the order. See LBR 9021-1(a)(4)-(5). G. Preparing Proof of Service of Proposed Order ** SEE SAMPLE “PROOF OF SERVICE” -- MS WORD FORMAT ** 1. Proposed Orders on Unopposed Motions - There is no obligation to serve a proposed form of order on any person, entity, or attorney who did not file an opposition to the motion. This includes a case trustee or the United States trustee. 2. Proposed Orders on Opposed Motions - Pursuant to LBR 9021-1(a)(3), a proposed order must be served only upon any person, entity, or attorney who filed an opposition to the motion. There is no obligation to serve the proposed order on any other person or entity. H. Prepare Service List for Notice of Entry of Order ** SEE SAMPLE “SERVICE LIST FOR ENTERED ORDER” -- MS WORD FORMAT ** Categories for Service List: Pursuant to Fed. R. Bankr. Proc. 9022, the court has the duty to transmit a copy of an order only to the U.S. trustee, and to deliver notice of entry of an order only to contesting parties or as the court directs. Allowable service methods are in Fed. R. Civ. Proc. Rule 5(b), and include service via NEF. Recognizing that a movant may wish for additional persons or entities to receive a copy of an entered order, and balancing this with limiting the court’s duty to serve notice of entry of an order, please organize all service lists for notice of entry of orders using the three underlined categories identified below: 1. Court Service - At most include the debtor (and counsel, if any), U.S. trustee (except Ch 13 cases), case trustee, and persons or entities (or their counsel, if any) who filed an opposition to the motion. DO NOT list any other person/entity, including other lien holders, co-borrowers, or persons/entities who merely filed a request for special notice. Served Electronically by the Court - List the names and email addresses of attorneys (including movant’s counsel) who qualify under “Court Service” and are listed in CM/ECF on the Electronic Mail Notice List to receive NEF transmission. The U.S. trustee and case trustee will always be in this category. Served via U.S. Mail by the Court – The debtor will always be in this category. Also list the names and mailing addresses of persons, entities, and/or attorneys (including movant’s counsel) who qualify under “Court Service” but are not listed in CM/ECF on the Electronic Mail Notice List to receive NEF transmission. DO NOT list names that are served via NEF. 2. Movant Service – If Movant desires to serve a copy of the entered order on persons or entities not listed above, movant may do so. Movant must then file a proof of service. To be Served by Movant after Order is Entered - List the names and service method for persons, entities, and/or attorneys who qualify under “Movant Service.” I. Copies of Proposed Order; Envelopes All Section 362 Orders are served electronically by the court via NEF to trustees, the United States trustee, and to attorneys who are on the Electronic Mail Notice List for the particular bankruptcy case. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - All Section 362 Orders are served by U.S. Mail via the Bankruptcy Noticing Center (“BNC”) to debtor (and debtor’s attorney, if any), and to persons or entities who are on the Manual Notice List for the particular bankruptcy case. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - By using LOU and complying with these guidelines, it will rarely be necessary to send the court copies and envelopes for Section 362 Orders. 1. Copies of All Proposed Orders, Regardless of How Lodged DO NOT provide any copies of the proposed order for mailing, because copies will be printed either by the BNC (for all relevant addresses on the Manual Notice List) or by the court (in the rare case when a contesting party’s address is missing from the Manual Notice List). ONLY SEND ONE COPY to the court along with the LOU receipt per the LOU procedures, and do so the same day that the proposed order is lodged. 2. Stamped, Addressed Envelopes, Regardless of How Proposed Order is Lodged DO NOT provide envelopes for the debtor and debtor’s attorney, because the BNC will prepare envelopes for them. DO NOT provide envelopes for the case trustee or U.S. trustee, because they will be served electronically via NEF. DO NOT provide envelopes for any other person or entity unless that person or entity filed an opposition to the motion and qualifies under “Served via U.S. Mail by the Court.”

=== Reappointed April 18, 2002 by the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ===

Media Release United States Courts for the Ninth Circuit Office of the Circuit Executive Contact: David J. M adden web: www. ce9. uscourts. gov P. O. Box 193939 San Francisco, CA 94119 (415) 556-6177/FAX -6179 December 21, 2001 Ninth Circuit Reappoints Six Judges to Central District Bankruptcy Court SAN FRANCISCO — Chief Judge Mary M. Schroeder of the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has announced the reappointment of six judges to the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California. They are: • Judge Alan M. Ahart, effective April 4, 2002. Judge Ahart, who maintains chambers in Los Angeles, has authored or co-authored numerous articles relating to bankruptcy law and is a frequent panelist and speaker on bankruptcy matters. Prior to his appointment to the bench in 1988, he had been in private practice or affiliated with other attorneys in Van Nuys, where he represented financial institutions. Judge Ahart earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Berkeley, his J.D. from the University of New York Law School, and his LL.M. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. • Judge Mitchel R. Goldberg, effective June 1, 2002. Judge Goldberg, who maintains chambers in Riverside, has served as chair of bankruptcy court’s Chapter 13 Forms Committee. He chairs the Central District Court’s Pro Se Committee, and serves on its Jury Committee. He is a member of the Inland Empire Bankruptcy Forum and is a frequent lecturer on bankruptcy issues in family law, ADR, and bankruptcy. Judge Goldberg received undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Colorado. • Judge Arthur M. Greenwald, effective March 9, 2002. Judge Greenwald, who maintains chambers in Woodland Hills, is active in various professional organizations. He is a member of the Federal Bar Association, the American Judicature Society, the Ninth Circuit Historical Society, the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges, and serves as a director of the Los Angeles Bankruptcy Forum. Prior to his first appointment in 1988, he served as an assistant United States attorney for the Central District of California, Tax – more – • • Division, for 24 years. Judge Greenwald earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Los Angeles, and his law degree from the Southwestern University School of Law. Judge Kathleen Thompson Lax, effective April 4, 2002. Judge Lax, who maintains chambers in Woodland Hills, is active in professional organizations. She is a member of the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges, serves on the governing boards of the Los Angeles Bankruptcy Forum and the Financial Lawyers Conference, and is an editorial advisor to the California Bankruptcy Journal. Prior to her first appointment in 1988, she had been an associate with the Los Angeles law firm of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher. She earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Kansas and her law degree from the University of California at Los Angeles School of Law. • Judge Robin L. Riblet, effective March 30, 2002. Judge Riblet, who maintains chambers in Santa Barbara, is active in professional circles, speaking regularly at events sponsored by the Los Angeles and California bankruptcy forums, the American Bankruptcy Institute, the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges, and others. First appointed in 1988, she was previously associated with the Los Angeles law firm of Stutman, Treister & Glatt. She earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in political science from the University of Florida, her JD from the University of San Diego, and a LL.M. from the New York University School of Law. • Judge Vincent P. Zurzolo, effective April 18, 2002. Judge Zurzolo, who maintains chambers in Los Angeles, serves on the court’s Executive Committee and chairs its Space and Facilities Planning Committee, which oversees facility planning, design and construction. He chairs the court’s Case Management Committee and Pro Bono Publico Committee. First appointed to the bankruptcy bench in 1988, he previously practiced bankruptcy law with the Los Angeles firm of Greenberg, Glusker, Fields, Claman & Machtinger. Judge Zurzolo earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California at San Diego, and his law degree from the University of California at Davis. The judges of the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit are charged with the statutory responsibility for selecting and appointing the 68 bankruptcy judges in the nine western states that comprise the Ninth Circuit. The court uses a comprehensive merit selection process for the initial appointment and for the reappointment of bankruptcy judges. Bankruptcy judges serve for 14-year, renewable terms, at a salary of $133,492, and handle all bankruptcy-related matters under the Bankruptcy Code. # # #

=== Reappointed April 18, 2016 by the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ===

N E W S R E L E A S E May 4, 2016 Contact: David Madden, (415) 355-8800 Bankruptcy Judge Vincent P. Zurzolo of Central District of California Reappointed SAN FRANCISCO – The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has reappointed Bankruptcy Judge Vincent P. Zurzolo to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California. Judge Zurzolo, 60, came onto the bankruptcy bench in 1988 and was reappointed to a second 14-year term in 2002. He served as chief judge of his court from 2006 to 2011. His reappointment to a third term became effective on April 18, 2016. Prior to his appointment to the bench, Judge Zurzolo engaged in private practice at Greenberg, Glusker, Fields, Claman and Machtinger LLP. Judge Zurzolo received his B.A. from the University of California, San Diego, in 1978 and his J.D. from UC Davis School of Law in 1982. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California, which is authorized 24 bankruptcy judges, reported 48,487 new filings in fiscal year 2015. Bankruptcy judges serve a 14-year renewable term and handle all bankruptcy-related matters under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. Judges of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit have statutory responsibility for selecting and appointing bankruptcy judges in the nine western states that comprise the Ninth Circuit. The court uses a comprehensive merit selection process for the initial appointment. For reappointments, the court conducts a performance review and considers public comment evaluations. # # #