--- title: "Louis A. Scarcella | KnowJudges" canonical: "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/louis-a-scarcella-8896" page_type: "judge_profile" updated: "2026-10-07" --- # Louis A. Scarcella U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York · U.S. Bankruptcy Judge ## Profile - Court: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York - State: New York - Role: U.S. Bankruptcy Judge - Service status: active - Last verified: 2026-06-30 ## Summary Official statewide and applicable court procedural guidance applies to this judge. ## Biography ### Professional career - Judge, United States Bankruptcy Court, E.D. New York, 2014-present - Sworn in on May 16, 2014, with Chief Circuit Judge Robert Katzmann administering the oath - Judge on the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York ### Education - Hofstra University — J.D. - Providence College — B.A. ### Additional information - Appointed to the court on May 16, 2014, and his term will expire on May 15, 2028. - Judge Scarcella oversees bankruptcy proceedings in accordance with the court’s scheduling and procedural rules. - Prior to joining the court, Scarcella was an attorney for the law firm of Farrell Fritz, P.C. - It is important to note that Louis A. Scarcella, the judge, is distinct from Louis N. Scarcella, the retired NYPD detective known for controversial homicide investigations in Brooklyn. - Before his judicial appointment, he practiced law at the firm Farrell Fritz, P.C., gaining experience in bankruptcy and related legal matters ## 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.courtlistener.com/person/8896/louis-a-scarcella/) - [Official roster](https://www.courtlistener.com/person/8896/louis-a-scarcella/) - [U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York current judicial profile](https://www.courtlistener.com/person/8896/louis-a-scarcella/) - [Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-bankruptcy-procedure.pdf) - [CourtListener judicial biographical directory](https://www.courtlistener.com/person/8896/louis-a-scarcella/) - [Louis A. 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Scarcella | Eastern District of New York | United States Bankruptcy Court Skip to main content You are here Home Information about Judges Judge Louis A. Scarcella Judge Tabs Homepage Staff Information Alfonse M. D’Amato Federal Courthouse 290 Federal Plaza Central Islip, New York 11722 Chambers: (631) 712-5690 Courtroom Deputy: Diane Corsini (631) 712- 6278 Law Clerk: Winnie Tsang-Louie (631) 712-5694 Law Clerk: Howard Svensson (631) 712-5683 Calendar/Hearings View Judge Scarcella's Calendar (Hearings and 341 Meetings) Obtaining Hearing Dates for Judge Scarcella Registering Hearing Appearances before Judge Scarcella Procedures Scheduling / Obtaining a Hearing Date Click Here for Judge Louis A. Scarcella's Available Hearing Dates Chapter 7 and 13 Cases . Most motions, applications, and other requests for relief are "self-scheduled”, with the exception of the following: See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice - Evidentiary Hearings (including evidentiary hearings for contested matters in the main bankruptcy case) - Emergency/Expedited Hearings - Motion to dismiss, motion for summary judgment and motion for default judgment with respect to adversary proceedings. The motions shall be filed without a Notice of Hearing. The Court will issue a scheduling order. The Court will determine whether argument will be heard and, if so, will advise the parties. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies All scheduling requests should be directed to the Courtroom Deputy, by either calling (631) 712-6278 or sending an email to las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov . Requests for relief requiring a hearing that are filed without first obtaining a hearing date will not be acted on. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Requests for adjournment should be made no later than 12:00 p.m. on the business day before the scheduled hearing; requests made after that time will be granted only where good cause exists for the untimely request. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers - agreed to by all parties and approved by Chambers, or - after consent is sought and denied, granted by the Court after a request to Chambers ( las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov ), which request was copied to the other side and stated the basis for the request. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments If the requested adjournment is granted, a letter confirming the adjournment must be filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System prior to the original hearing date. A hearing will not be officially adjourned until the confirmation letter is filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Conferences Requests for conferences must be made by letter emailed to the Courtroom Deputy at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov and must also be filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System. The letter, no longer than two pages, must include the reason for the conference. Parties wishing to respond to the request shall do so within twenty-four (24) hours with a similar letter filed on Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Remote and In-Person Proceedings Except as set forth below, all hearings shall be held in-person in Judge Scarcella’s courtroom. Access by parties, parties in interest and the public to proceedings before Judge Scarcella will be in accordance 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 and as set forth below. Information about the 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.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · 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.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · 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 access through Zoom, 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.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Any creditor, other party in interest or member of the public may obtain remote access to such matters through Zoom. All persons using Zoom must register with eCourt Appearances pursuant to the procedure described below. Evidentiary Hearings and Trials Evidentiary hearings and trials will be held in-person in Judge Scarcella’s courtroom unless the Court orders otherwise. Ordinarily the participants in such evidentiary hearings or trials will be expected to be present in the courtroom. However, for cause shown, including under Fed. R. Civ. P. 43(a) where applicable, the Court may authorize that a particular contested matter 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.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Remote appearances Creditors and other parties in interest (as that term is used in the Bankruptcy Code and the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure) will be permitted to obtain remote audio access to evidentiary hearings in contested matters through Zoom. Members of the public (and the media) may have remote access to the portions of such evidentiary hearings that do not involve live testimony but they should attend in-person in the courtroom if they wish to view live testimony. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Pursuant to the Judicial Conference’s remote access policy, however, members of the public (and the media) may not have remote access to trials in adversary proceedings and must attend in-person in the courtroom. First Day Hearings and Other Matters at which Testimony is Possible but Uncertain First Day hearings and other hearings at which testimony may be offered, but at which testimony is not certain, will be conducted in accordance with the procedures that are described above for evidentiary hearings and trials. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Registering for Appearance Through eCourt Appearance Parties and members of the public who wish to (i) participate “live” or (ii) listen to a hearing by audio feed may do so without requesting permission from Chambers. Anyone wishing to listen to a hearing or participate remotely must register with eCourt Appearances. Information on how to register for, and use, the eCourt Appearances tool is available here . For clarification, for a hybrid "Zoom/in-person" hearing, parties appearing remotely by Zoom and parties appearing in-person, must register with eCourt Appearances. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice In either case, the party should register on or before 12:00 noon the day prior to the scheduled hearing. Zoom hearing information will be sent to the email address used to register with eCourt Appearances. Copies of Pleadings For Chapter 11 cases, parties must provide an electronic copy of any First Day Motion and Chapter 11 plans of reorganization and disclosure statements at the time of filing and service, by email to las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov . See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery When filing amended pleadings and proposed orders, including interim and final First Day orders, and amended Chapter 11 plans of reorganization and disclosure statements, counsel must include a redline in pdf format against the prior submission to show changes made. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Unopposed Motions – Certificate of No Objection Unopposed motions may be granted without the need for an appearance, provided that the moving party files on the Electronic Case Filings (ECF) System a proposed order granting the motion along with a Certificate of No Objection at least two (2) days prior to the scheduled hearing date. A form of Certificate of No Objection can be also found under Judge Scarcella’s tab, “Form Orders.” An in-person appearance will still be required if - the moving party fails to timely and properly file a Certificate of No Objection, or - the Court determines a hearing is necessary. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Orders to Show Cause / Emergency Motions Parties must contact Chambers prior to filing an order to show cause, emergency motion, or motion to shorten time. (See Local Bankruptcy Rule 9077-1 ). Counsel should be prepared to submit the following documents for the Court's review: a copy of the underlying motion, a proposed order scheduling hearing on shortened notice (in Word format only), and a supporting affidavit. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Unless there are special circumstances that preclude docketing of the underlying papers before the Court determines whether to enter the order to show cause, the papers must be filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) system. The Court will contact the movant regarding the disposition of the requested order to show cause. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice A party requesting a hearing on order to show cause, emergency motion, or motion to shorten time should be prepared to serve the motion, together with the scheduling order, on the day that the order to show cause or motion is made. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Injunctive relief will not, except in a demonstrated emergency, be granted without the party against whom relief is sought being given an opportunity to be heard. Notices of Presentment The Court will consider motions by notice of presentment for approval of settlements pursuant to Bankruptcy Rule 9019 in Chapter 7 and 13 cases. Parties wishing to move by notice of presentment should consult Local Bankruptcy Rule 2002-1 as to content and noticing requirements. Parties do not need to contact Chambers to schedule a date and time for presentment but must contact the Courtroom Deputy at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov for a hearing date if there is an objection. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice The Court will NOT consider any motions for stay relief involving a pro se debtor on notice of presentment. Submission of Orders Unless otherwise provided by the Court, proposed orders must be submitted via the Electronic Court Filing (ECF) System in Word format, with any exhibits or attachments in PDF format, prior to the hearing date. If the proposed order differs from the proposed order that was initially submitted with the motion, the submitting party must provide a separate redlined version showing differences between the originally proposed order and the final version. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Rule 2004 Orders Requests for Bankruptcy Rule 2004 orders may be submitted ex parte, and the Court in its discretion may require notice and/or a hearing. An acceptable form of Bankruptcy Rule 2004 order is located under the "Form Orders" tab. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Sealing Orders Requests for filing and maintaining information under seal should comply with Local Bankruptcy Rule 9018-1 and be on notice to any opposing parties. Such motion must indicate the grounds for sealing. Concurrent with the filing of the motion, the requesting party must provide to the Courtroom Deputy via las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies - a Word version of the relevant document in proposed redacted form for filing on the docket; and - an unredacted physical copy ( not to be emailed ) of the same document labeled “confidential” and with each proposed redacted portion highlighted. 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.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Unless otherwise requested by the moving party and set forth in the order granting the motion to seal, all sealed documents shall be destroyed when the bankruptcy case is closed as set forth under Local Bankruptcy Rule 9018-1(c) . See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Motions for Relief from Stay to Foreclose a Mortgage on Real Property or a Security Interest in a Cooperative Apartment Motions for relief from stay to foreclose a mortgage on real property or a security interest in a cooperative apartment should be made in accordance with the Court's Administrative Order No. 533 , Motion for Relief from Stay to Foreclose a Mortgage on Real Property or a Security Interest in a Cooperative Apartment . See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Motions to Extend or Impose the Stay Under Bankruptcy Code § 362(c) Motions to continue the automatic stay in effect pursuant to Bankruptcy Code § 362(c)(3) or to impose the automatic stay under Bankruptcy Code § 362(c)(4) must be filed no later than two (2) business days before a scheduled foreclosure sale or eviction and See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Chapter 11 Case Management Conference Debtor, or an authorized representative of the Debtor, and counsel for the Debtor, shall be present in-person at the Case Management Conference. The unexcused failure to attend any Case Management Conference may constitute cause for conversion of a Chapter 11 case to a case under Chapter 7 or dismissal of this case pursuant to Bankruptcy Code § 1112. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers First Day Motions Applications for First Day motions should be made in accordance with the guidelines set forth in Administrative Order No. 565 , Guidelines For First Day Motions . Parties wishing to schedule hearings on First Day motions in Chapter 11 cases should contact Chambers on the date of filing to discuss scheduling of the hearing. The First Day motions should be filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) system. The best notice practical must ordinarily be provided to the Debtor's 20 largest unsecured creditors and principal secured creditors. The Court will not ordinarily schedule a hearing on First Day motions until the second day of the case, at the earliest. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers 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. If multiple debtors seek an order allowing joint administration of their cases, counsel should email chambers at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov as soon as practicable after the cases are filed a Word version of the proposed order and, in the cover email, indicate whether or not the United States Trustee has consented to the proposed joint administration. Do not include forms of relief other than the joint administration of the cases in the proposed order. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Cash Collateral Proposed interim or final orders authorizing a debtor to use cash collateral shall be submitted to Chambers at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov in Word format (along with a redline in pdf format showing changes against the most recent interim order approved by the Court) and filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System no later than two (2) business days prior to any hearing on a motion for entry of such order, unless the motion is set for a First Day hearing or otherwise set on an emergency basis, in which case the proposed order should be filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System and submitted to Chambers in Word format as soon as reasonably practicable. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies The proposed budget should be uploaded as an attachment in pdf format in the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System when submitting the proposed cash collateral order. Bar Date Orders Applications for the entry of a Bar Date Order should be made in accordance with the guidelines set forth in Administrative Order No. 684 , Amendments to Bar Date Order Guidelines . See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies You may upload a proposed Bar Date Order in Word format in the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System if it conforms to the template form of order on the Court’s website. Any proposed modifications to the template should be redlined, except for filling in blanks or deleting inapplicable sections (e.g., those items that may not apply because they are intended for cases with multiple debtors when there is only one debtor in the case). See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers A proposed form of notice that similarly conforms to the template on the Court’s website should also be emailed to Chambers at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov . Monthly Compensation Requests Requests for monthly compensation may be made in accordance with Administrative Order No. 538 , Order Establishing Procedures for Monthly Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses of Professionals. Whether a request for monthly compensation will be granted will be determined on a case-by-case basis. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Financing Motions Motions in Chapter 11 cases where the debtor in possession or Trustee seeks authority to use cash collateral pursuant to Bankruptcy Code § 363(c), or seeks to obtain credit pursuant to Bankruptcy Code § 364, should be made in accordance with the guidelines set forth in Administrative Order No. 558 , Adoption of Guidelines for Financing Motions . See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Asset Sales Motions for the sale of assets under Bankruptcy Code § 363(b) should be made in accordance with the guidelines set forth in Administrative Order No. 557 , Adoption of Sale Guidelines . Subchapter V Plan of Reorganization When filing the Subchapter V plan of reorganization, please email a proposed scheduling order to Chambers at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov that complies with Rule 3017.2 of the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Official From 425A – Plan of Reorganization for Small Business under Chapter 11 can be found here . Adversary Proceedings The attorney who will serve as principal trial counsel and any unrepresented party must appear in person at all conferences with the Court. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Counsel attending the pretrial conference must be authorized by their clients to make stipulations and admissions about all matters that can reasonably be anticipated for discussion. If a defendant fails to file an answer or responsive motion by the response deadline, the Court may note the default at the initial pretrial conference and enter an order directing plaintiff to file a Motion for Entry of a Default Judgment. Once the Motion for Entry of Default Judgment is filed, the Court will schedule a hearing on the motion and direct the plaintiff to serve the motion and the Court’s Order. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Evidentiary Hearings and Trials The Court prefers live direct testimony but will allow sworn written direct examinations or proffers where appropriate for confirmation hearings, trials and other evidentiary hearings upon a party's request in advance. Where 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 submitted to Chambers no later than three (3) business days before the hearing or trial. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Forms and Contents of Briefs Unless ordered otherwise, briefs and motions with embedded argument and citations shall be submitted in text searchable format and include a table of contents, headings, and a table of authorities. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Unless prior permission has been granted, memoranda of law in support of and in opposition to motions are limited to twenty (20) pages, and reply memoranda are limited to ten (10) pages. All memoranda shall be double-spaced 12-point font, with 1” margins. Memoranda of ten (10) pages or more shall contain a table of contents and a table of authorities. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Discovery Disputes Pursuant to Local Bankruptcy Rule 7007-1 , discovery motions may not be filed until the parties have (i) conferred to attempt to resolve the dispute and (ii) requested a discovery conference with the Court which was either denied or which conference did not resolve the dispute. Parties should contact Chambers by email at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov to request a discovery conference. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery Before any request for a conference on a discovery issue, the party requesting the conference is required to make a good faith effort to resolve the dispute with opposing counsel consistent with Local Rule 7007-1. If a conference is requested, the party requesting the conference must submit a writing of not more than two pages in length to the Court on notice to counsel for all affected parties, including opposing counsel, explaining why there is a need for a conference on a discovery issue. Opposing counsel may respond with a letter not more than two pages in length within 24 hours after the filing of the letter requesting a conference. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Parties may contact Chambers by telephone regarding disputes that arise during depositions or in other situations requiring immediate judicial attention. Parties should attempt to avoid the need for such applications and must make a good faith effort to resolve a dispute before contacting Chambers. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Settlements Parties wishing to adjourn a hearing because they have reached a settlement in advance of the hearing must make a request by letter filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System, together with a follow-up email to the Courtroom Deputy at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov . The letter requesting that the hearing be adjourned must be filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System no later than twenty-four (24) hours before the hearing. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice If a settlement is reached within twenty-four (24) hours of the hearing, one of the parties must appear at the hearing in person to announce the settlement. Deadline to Oppose Chapter 13 Trustee’s Motions to Dismiss and to Submit Documents to the Chapter 13 Trustee All opposition papers must be filed and transmitted so as to be received by the Chapter 13 Trustee at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance of the scheduled hearing. Where the motion to dismiss is based upon failure to provide documentation to the Chapter 13 Trustee as required by Local Bankruptcy Rule 2003-1 , or as requested at the section 341 meeting, such documents must also be transmitted so as to be received by the Chapter 13 Trustee at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance of the scheduled hearing. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Papers or documents filed or transmitted to the Chapter 13 Trustee less than seventy-two (72) hours before the scheduled hearing will not be considered at the hearing, and the filing of papers, or transmission of documents to the Chapter 13 Trustee, after that deadline, will not be grounds for denial or adjournment of any motion to dismiss, unless a written request for an extension of time is granted by the court before the expiration of the deadline. Any such request must be filed on the Electronic Case Filing (ECF) System, served on the Chapter 13 Trustee, and emailed to the Chambers at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov . See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Miscellaneous Communication with Chambers . Letters should be filed on the docket and emailed to Chambers at las_hearings@nyeb.uscourts.gov . Parties should not engage in any ex parte communication with Chambers. Requests for Legal Advice . Chambers and Clerk's Office personnel are not permitted to give legal advice. No requests for legal advice should be made to Chambers or to the Clerk's Office, whether in person, by telephone, email or letter. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/content/judge-louis-scarcella) · Source page web_or_saved_capture · Collected 2026-10-27 ### Shared court rules - [Eastern District of New York — Local Bankruptcy Rules](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/ny-shared-set-80d33d6db2c61646f3ba) — EDNY Bankruptcy Court cases and adversary proceedings; chapter- and rule-specific limits remain applicable. [Official source](https://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov/sites/nyeb/files/USBC-EDNY-Local-Bankruptcy-Rules.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.