Rule 5001 Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure

Rule 5001 of the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure is about Court Operations; Clerks’ Offices. It is under Part V (Courts and Clerks) of the Rules.

(a) Courts Always Open. Bankruptcy courts are considered always open for filing a pleading, motion, or other paper; issuing and returning process; making rules; or entering an order.

(b) Location for Trials and Hearings; Proceedings in Chambers. Every trial or hearing must be held in open court—in a regular courtroom if convenient. Except as provided in 28 U.S.C. § 152(c), any other act may be performed—or a proceeding held—in chambers anywhere within or outside the district. But unless it is ex parte, a hearing may be held outside the district only if all affected parties consent.

(c) Clerk’s Office Hours. A clerk’s office— with the clerk or a deputy in attendance— must be open during business hours on all days except Saturdays, Sundays, and the legal holidays listed in Rule 9006(a)(6).