Rule 9013-4 APPLICATIONS

(a) The Court may set the application for hearing or may grant the relief without a hearing.

(b) If the Clerk sets the application for hearing, the Clerk shall issue the notice of hearing.

(c) If the Court sets the application for hearing, the applicant and opponent should be prepared to present witnesses, evidence and legal argument at the hearing. If the applicant and/or opponent are going to present evidence, each party shall notify the Courtroom Deputy and opposing counsel, in writing, five (5) days prior to the hearing to ensure both parties are prepared for the hearing.

(d) Relief which may be sought by application includes, but is not limited to:

(1) Application to Pay Filing Fee in Installments;

(2) Application for Employment of Professionals;

(3) Application for Entry of Final Decree on Consummation of Chapter 11 Plan;

(4) Application for Appointment of Creditors' Committee;

(5) Application for Compensation for Services Rendered and Reimbursement of Expenses;

(6) Application by U.S. Attorney or attorney appointed by the Court for Notice as to Criminal Contempt;

(7) Application for Removal; and

(8) Application to Shorten Time for Notice.