Derek J. Baker is a bankruptcy judge in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, headquartered in Philadelphia. The district handles a broad range of federal cases, including bankruptcy matters.
The published procedures include forms for orders approving amendments to Chapter 13 plans, witness lists, expedited forms, and pre-trial forms.
The rule requires exhibit list and exhibit list. Trial exhibits and discovery items must be pre-marked and exchanged at least 3 business days before trial.
Judge Derek J. Baker's rules specify what an adjournment or extension request must include. The request must include reason for request and proposed rescheduled date. Trial continuances only allowed in exceptional circumstances with court motion and leave.
Trial exhibits and discovery items must be pre-marked and exchanged at least 3 business days before trial.
Trial continuances only allowed in exceptional circumstances with court motion and leave.