The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas requests comments on proposed changes to its local rules. Bankruptcy Local Rule 2016-1. Professional Fees. This is formal notice that the Court intends to modify Bankruptcy Local Rule 2016-1 by adding subsection (b) to read as follows: “In chapter 11 cases, retainers may be deposited with attorneys or accountants only (i) prior to the filing of the petition; or (ii) pursuant to a Court order, if paid after the filing of the petition.” The complete text of proposed Bankruptcy Local Rule 2016-1. Comments should be sent to bankruptcy_comments@txs.uscourts.gov. The deadline for comments is May 17, 2010. |