The court announced on Mar. 11 the issuance of the Ninth Revised Administrative Order No. 17-02, which addresses the assignment of cases in the Eastern Division. The new order vacates all previous versions of Administrative Order No. 17-02.
This update is significant for legal professionals and parties involved in Eastern Division cases, as it changes how these cases will be assigned moving forward.
The court directed those affected to consult Local Rules 1072-1 and 1072-2, which were amended on September 1, 2024, for the general rules that govern case assignments. These local rules provide further guidance on procedures and expectations regarding case distribution within the division.
No additional background or context was provided about why this revision was made or what specific changes are included in the new administrative order.
The Ninth Revised Administrative Order No. 17-02 is now in effect, and parties are encouraged to review both the order and relevant local rules to ensure compliance.
