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# Kyu Y. (Mike) Paek

U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York · U.S. Bankruptcy Judge

## Profile

- Court: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York
- State: New York
- Role: U.S. Bankruptcy Judge
- Service status: active
- Last verified: 2026-09-10

## Summary

Official statewide and applicable court procedural guidance applies to this judge.

## Before you appear

- Read the judge-specific standing order first when one is listed.
- Check the docket and case orders for requirements that supersede broader guidance.
- Confirm current remote-access and courtroom technology arrangements before the proceeding.

## Courtroom Rules

### motion form

Scope: courtwide

Request an order by written motion unless the rules authorize an application or the request is made during a hearing. State the grounds with particularity and specify the requested relief or order.

Evidence excerpt: A motion must state its grounds with particularity and set forth the relief or order requested.

[Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf)
Source checked: 2026-07-30

### motion notice timing

Scope: courtwide

Unless a motion may be heard ex parte or another period applies, serve the written motion and hearing notice at least seven days before the hearing. Serve supporting affidavits with the motion.

Evidence excerpt: A written motion (other than one that may be heard ex parte) and notice of any hearing must be served at least 7 days before the hearing date, unless the court or these rules set a different period.

[Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf)
Source checked: 2026-07-30

### contested matter notice

Scope: courtwide

In a contested matter not otherwise governed by the bankruptcy rules, request relief by motion and give the opposing party reasonable notice and an opportunity to be heard. A response is required only if the court orders one.

Evidence excerpt: Reasonable notice and an opportunity to be heard must be given to the party against whom relief is sought. No response is required unless the court orders otherwise.

[Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf)
Source checked: 2026-07-30

### disputed fact testimony

Scope: courtwide

Present witness testimony on a disputed material factual issue in the same manner as testimony in an adversary proceeding.

Evidence excerpt: A witness's testimony on a disputed material factual issue must be taken in the same manner as testimony in an adversary proceeding.

[Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf)
Source checked: 2026-07-30

### evidentiary hearing notice

Scope: courtwide

Use the court's procedure to determine, reasonably before a scheduled hearing, whether it will be an evidentiary hearing at which witnesses may testify.

Evidence excerpt: The court must provide procedures that allow parties-at a reasonable time before a scheduled hearing-to determine whether it will be an evidentiary hearing at which witnesses may testify.

[Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf)
Source checked: 2026-07-30

### evidence rules

Scope: courtwide

Prepare evidence under the Federal Rules of Evidence and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure 43, 44, and 44.1, which apply in bankruptcy cases.

Evidence excerpt: The Federal Rules of Evidence and Fed. R. Civ. P. 43, 44, and 44.1 apply in a bankruptcy case.

[Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf)
Source checked: 2026-07-30

### oath or affirmation

Scope: courtwide

A solemn affirmation may substitute when an oath is required. The national rule identifies the bankruptcy judge, clerk, deputy clerk, U.S. trustee, and other authorized officers as persons who may administer it.

Evidence excerpt: If an oath is required, a solemn affirmation suffices.

[Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf)
Source checked: 2026-07-30


## Sources

- [Official profile](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek)
- [Official roster](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek)
- [nysb.uscourts.gov judicial profile or roster](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek)
- [Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf)

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## Biography

### Professional career

- U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), serving in the Poughkeepsie division since his appointment on July 29, 2024 by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

### Education

- Fordham University School of Law — J.D. (2008)

### Additional information

- Paek emigrated from South Korea to the U.S. at age seven.
- His family’s business struggles in Texas shaped his empathy toward financially distressed individuals, which he says informs his judicial approach



## Published courtroom rules

### Judge and named-part rules

#### Communications with chambers

One Bowling Green New York, NY 10004-1408 Courtroom: 610 Division Manager: Frances Fredericks (845) 451-6372 Courtroom Deputy: Vanessa Ashmeade (845) 451-6367 Law Clerk: Ashley Webb (845) 451-6366 Law Clerk: Isabelle Sonntag (845) 451-6374 Law Clerk: Veronika Pavlus (845) 451-6373 Judge Tabs Chambers' Rules Unless otherwise ordered, matters before Judge Paek shall be conducted in accordance with the following practices:

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

Scheduling Unless otherwise ordered, a moving party or applicant shall select an available hearing date from the "Hearing Dates" tab and input the selected date and time when electronically filing the motion or application on the Case Management/Electronic Case Files (ECF) system.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

The moving party or applicant must select a hearing date which provides sufficient notice to parties in interest under applicable law and rules. Parties may not extend a briefing schedule without prior approval of Chambers. Such requests should be sent to paek.chambers@nysb.uscourts.gov and be copied to all interested parties.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Adjournments

Adjournments, other than those approved at a hearing, require advance approval from Chambers. Adjournment requests will normally be approved if agreed to by all parties seeking or opposing the relief in question. To seek an adjournment, the requesting party must email the request to paek.chambers@nysb.uscourts.gov , or, in chapter 13 matters, to the Courtroom Deputy. If the request is not consented to by all interested parties, the email must state the basis for the request and be copied to all interested parties.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Adjournments

Requests for adjournments should be made no later than 4:00 p.m. two business days before the scheduled hearing. Requests made after that time will be granted only where good cause exists for the untimely request. All adjournments made prior to the original hearing date must be noticed with the filing and service of a "Notice of Adjournment" prior to the hearing by the requesting party. The Notice of Adjournment must identify any deadlines that have been changed in conjunction with the adjournment. A hearing will not be officially adjourned until the Notice of Adjournment is docketed.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

Orders to Show Cause Parties must contact Chambers prior to filing an order to show cause. (See Local Rule 9077-1(a)). Counsel should be prepared to email ( paek.chambers@nysb.uscourts.gov ) the following documents for the Court's review: a copy of the underlying motion, proposed order to show cause (in MS Word format) and a supporting affidavit.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

If the request for an order to show cause is granted, the papers must be electronically filed on the docket. The movant must serve the order and related papers in accordance with the directions set forth in the order and file a corresponding certificate of service.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Conferences and appearances

Injunctive relief will not, except in a demonstrated emergency, be granted without the party against whom relief is sought being afforded an opportunity to be heard. Remote and In-Person Proceedings In compliance with the revised policy, effective September 22, 2023, of the Judicial Conference of the United States concerning the public’s remote access to civil and bankruptcy proceedings, hearings before Judge Paek will be conducted as set forth below. Information about the Judicial Conference’s policy can be found here .

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Trial exhibits and witnesses

Courtroom Access . The courtroom will be open to all parties, parties in interest, and the public for access to all hearings and trials, including access in the courtroom to testimony and/or argument that is presented either remotely or in person.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Conferences and appearances

Remote Access to Non-Evidentiary Hearings Attorneys who represent parties in non-evidentiary hearings, conferences, and other routine matters may participate in such matters by remote video access through Zoom for Government, unless the Court directs otherwise.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Remote appearances

A debtor, creditor or other party in interest may also obtain remote video access through Zoom for Government, but members of the public (including the media) may only obtain remote audio access through Zoom for Government.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Conferences and appearances

All persons using Zoom for Government must register their appearances through the eCourt Appearance tool on the Court’s website at https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/ecourt-appearances by 4:00 p.m. two business days before the scheduled hearing. A guide for using Zoom for Government is available here .

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Remote appearances

Pursuant to Local Bankruptcy Rule 5073-1, the taking of photographs, use of recording devices, and broadcasting from the courtroom or its environs is strictly prohibited. This prohibition applies with equal force to individuals joining a hearing remotely via Zoom for Government or otherwise.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Trial exhibits and witnesses

Evidentiary Hearings and Trials . Evidentiary hearings and trials will be held in person in Judge Paek's courtroom unless the Court orders otherwise. Ordinarily, the participants to an evidentiary hearing or trial will be expected to be present in the courtroom. For cause shown, however, including under Rule 43(a) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure where applicable, the Court may authorize that a particular hearing or trial, or a portion thereof, be made accessible via remote means for parties, their attorneys, witnesses, and interpreters.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Conferences and appearances

First Day Hearings . Due to the exigencies often associated with first day hearings in Chapter 11 cases, unless the Court orders otherwise, such hearings will be conducted from Judge Paek's courtroom in a hybrid format that will permit either in-person attendance or remote participation via Zoom for Government. Any person wishing to attend the first day hearing remotely must register their appearance using the eCourt Appearance tool, which is available here , when possible by 4:00 p.m. the day before the hearing, and no later than one hour before the scheduled hearing time. Pursuant to the Judicial Conference’s remote access policy, public attendees, including members of the media, may receive remote audio access only to the portions of the first day hearing not involving live witness testimony.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

Notices of Presentment Parties seeking to move by notice of presentment should consult Local Bankruptcy Rule 9013-2 to determine what matters may be handled on presentment. The rule also describes the notice and filing requirements when presenting a motion or application by presentment.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

Motions for relief from the automatic stay will not be considered on presentment. Parties do not need to contact Chambers to select a date and time for presentment. If an objection if filed, the Court will schedule a hearing for the matter.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

If no objection is filed, the movant shall submit the proposed order to Chambers via eOrders after the objection period has passed, but prior to the scheduled date and time for presentment. Submission of Orders Proposed orders must be filed as an exhibit to the moving papers. If, prior to the hearing, the movant anticipates seeking approval of a modified version of its original proposed order, the movant should file a redlined version on the docket to ensure that parties in interest and the Court have notice of the modified proposed order.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

Unless the Court directs otherwise (or as otherwise set forth in these Chambers' Rules), proposed orders must be uploaded through eOrders. Instructions for using eOrders are available here . If the Court directs submission of a proposed order via email, the proposed order must be submitted to paek.chambers@nysb.uscourts.gov in MS Word format. The transmittal email must contain the case name, case number, and the ECF docket numbers of the relevant motion papers. Proposed orders should not be emailed to any individual member of Chambers or the Clerk's Office unless instructed to do so by Court staff.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

If the movant has filed a certificate of no objection under Local Bankruptcy Rule 9013-3, the proposed order should be submitted at the time of the filing of such certificate. If the Court has instructed the parties to settle an order on notice, the proposed order should be submitted consistent with the time periods set forth in Local Bankruptcy Rule 9074-1. If the parties have not consented to the form of order, the proposed order and any counter-proposed order should be emailed in MS Word format to paek.chambers@nysb.uscourts.gov .

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

If the proposed order relates to a matter for which neither a hearing nor presentment is required, the proposed order should be submitted at the time the moving papers are filed. Proposed orders not directly tied to any motion (e.g., scheduling orders, pre-trial orders, certain stipulations) should be submitted when prepared and agreed-to by the parties.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

2004 Orders Requests for entry of Federal Bankruptcy Rule 2004 examination orders may be submitted ex parte but the Court, in its discretion, may require notice and a hearing. The movant shall electronically file the Rule 2004 application and submit the proposed order via eOrders.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

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#### Communications with chambers

Sealing Orders A motion to file a document or pleading under seal may be submitted ex parte and must state the grounds for sealing, and, if applicable, for proceeding ex parte . The party requesting sealing must email to Chambers ( paek.chambers@nysb.uscourts.gov ) (i) the motion to seal, (ii) the proposed redacted version of the document or pleading for public filing, (iii) an unredacted version of the same document or pleading with each proposed redaction highlighted, and (iv) the proposed sealing order. Redactions should be kept to the minimum necessary to protect truly confidential information.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

The movant must comply with Local Bankruptcy Rule 9018-1 including by providing to the Clerk's Office a separate copy of the motion to seal and the unredacted documents. If the document subject to the sealing motion is a Highly Sensitive Document as defined in General Order M-633, the movant must follow the procedures set forth in General Order M-633.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

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#### Communications with chambers

Conferences Requests for conferences should ordinarily be made by letter emailed to paek.chambers@nysb.uscourts.gov . The letter must state the reason for the request, be no longer than two pages in length, and be filed on the docket.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

Form and Content of Briefs Unless ordered otherwise, briefs and motions with embedded argument and citations shall be filed in text searchable format and include a table of contents, headings, and a table of authorities. Except as otherwise permitted by the Court, moving and responsive briefs shall be no more than thirty (30) pages in length and reply briefs shall be no more than fifteen (15) pages in length, in each case exclusive of the table of contents and authorities.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

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#### Communications with chambers

"First Day" Motions Parties wishing to schedule first day hearings in Chapter 11 cases should contact Chambers on the date of the filing to discuss scheduling of the hearing. Two hard copies of the first day motions should be provided to Chambers in advance of the hearing.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

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#### Conferences and appearances

It is expected that Debtor's counsel will have consulted with the United States Trustee in advance regarding all relief to be requested at the first day hearing. Evidentiary Hearings and Trials Parties in adversary proceedings should be prepared at the first pretrial conference to submit a joint pretrial scheduling order. Judge Paek's form of pretrial scheduling order may be found here .

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

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#### Communications with chambers

Unless otherwise provided by the Court, written direct examinations or proffers may be used for evidentiary hearings and trials. Where such written direct examinations or proffers are used, the witness must be available for cross-examination and redirect. Such sworn written statements shall be exchanged by the parties and emailed to Chambers ( paek.chambers@nysb.uscourts.gov ) no later than seven (7) days before the evidentiary hearing or trial.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

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#### Communications with chambers

Unless otherwise provided by the Court, the parties shall exchange pre-marked exhibits (other than exhibits intended to be used for rebuttal or impeachment) no less than fourteen (14) days before the evidentiary hearing or trial of any matter, and shall provide two indexed sets of exhibits to Chambers at least seven (7) days before the evidentiary hearing or trial.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

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#### Motion practice

Parties shall submit a joint pretrial order via eOrders at least seven (7) days prior to the trial date unless the Court instructs otherwise. Judge Paek's form of joint pretrial order may be found here . Motions in limine must be filed at least fourteen (14) days before trial, with responses due seven (7) days before trial.

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#### Motion practice

Discovery Disputes Pursuant to Local Bankruptcy Rule 7037-1, discovery motions may not be filed until the parties have (i) conferred among themselves to resolve the dispute, and (ii) participated in a conference with the Court.

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#### Discovery

Prior to any request for a conference on a discovery issue, the party requesting the conference must make a good faith effort to resolve the dispute with opposing counsel consistent with Local Bankruptcy Rule 7037-1(a). Miscellaneous Questions on all other administrative matters should be directed to the Courtroom Deputy, Divisional Manager or the Law Clerk assigned to the case.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

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#### Communications with chambers

Ex parte communications concerning substantive matters affecting any case or proceeding are prohibited pursuant to Federal Bankruptcy Rule 9003(a). Where relatively junior attorneys are familiar with a matter but have less in-court experience than a colleague, Judge Paek will allow the junior attorney's active participation and is amenable to allowing more than one attorney to speak during such hearing. The ultimate decision of who speaks on behalf of a client rests with counsel, not the Court.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

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#### Conferences and appearances

Clerkships and internships are in-person in the Poughkeepsie courthouse unless otherwise agreed upon. Forms Scheduling Order Joint Pretrial Order Chapter 13 Plan ( Fillable PDF | Word ) Order Confirming Chapter 13 Plan ( Fillable PDF | Word ) Order Voiding a Wholly Undersecured Mortgage Lien Order Directing Correction of the Debtor's Social Security Number Loss Mitigation Procedures & Forms Loss Mitigation Program Procedures Debtor Request Creditor Request Loss Mitigation Order Debtor Loss Mitigation Affidavit Creditor Loss Mitigation Affidavit Order Approving Loan Modification Order Approving Trial Loan Modification Creditor's Request to Terminate Loss Mitigation Order Terminating Loss Mitigation and Final Report Loan Modification Bank Contact Information Hearing Dates Available Hearing Dates Calendars Court Calendar Opinions Judge Paek's Opinions Zoom Hearings Our Zoom Video Hearing Guide is a complete reference for information about how to connect to Zoom® eCourt Appearances Hearings participants, whether appearing remotely or in-person, must register their appearance using our eCourt Appearances tool by 4:00 pm two business days before the scheduled hearing.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-kyu-y-mike-paek) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27

### Shared court rules

- [Southern District of New York — Local Bankruptcy Rules](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/ny-shared-set-254e6511d7ad9da1897c) — SDNY Bankruptcy Court proceedings only; chapter-specific limits remain applicable. [Official source](https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/2024-09-30_Amended_LBRs_Final.pdf). Collected 2026-10-27.
- [Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, December 1, 2025](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/national-shared-set-52c9ad7e083212c057b747c7) — Bankruptcy proceedings only; chapter-specific limits apply. Section-specific exceptions, waivers, later amendments and case orders remain applicable. This is a source excerpt, not an exhaustive statement of the rule. [Official source](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf). Collected 2026-10-27.