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Zoom CLE training- Nuts & Bolts: How to Conduct an Effective Initial Bankruptcy Consultation for Individuals
District of Idaho intends to appoint a Lawyer Representative to serve on the Ninth Circuit Conference of the United States Courts for a three-year term
The U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho is now accepting applications for positions on the CJA Panel.
September 20, 2024, Fort Hall, ID & October 11, 2024, Boise, ID
Amending General Order 405 to include Acoustic Research Detachment (ARD) Bayview to the Central Violations Bureau Collateral Forfeiture Schedule.
Effective Monday, July 15, 2024 the United States Courthouse in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho will be reopened.
Amending GO 428 Sealed Filings Related to Cooperation in Criminal Cases
The Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a Bankruptcy Judgeship for the District of Idaho.
Scammers are now using Judges' signatures to create authentic looking arrest warrants.
Attention All Debtor and Creditor Attorneys
The deadline for the 2024 Ninth Circuit's Civics contest has been extended.
Annual essay and video contest for high school students.
Click to read an article from the January 2024 issue of The Advocate about the District's career law clerks.
New general order adopting 2024 changes to the District Local Rules.
New general order regarding Court ADR plan.
New general order adopting 2024 changes to the Bankruptcy Local Rules.
New general order appointing members of the Bankruptcy Court Advisory Committee on Local Rules.
General order appointing members of the CJA Peer Review Committee for 2024.
New general order updating the bankruptcy chapter 13 fixed fee.
Assignment of bankruptcy cases and adversary proceedings to bankruptcy judges. Supersedes General Order No. 434
Please see the new GO regarding assignment of bankruptcy cases and adversary proceedings.
Please click for the new schedules of fees effective December 1, 2023.
The funeral mass for Judge Meier will be held on Monday, December 4th at 11 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. John in downtown Boise.
In honor of his passing, the Courts will be closed on Friday, November 24, 2023.
The public is invited to review the attached proposed Local Rule changes. Comments are due by December 16, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. MST.
The public is invited to review the attached proposed Local Rule changes. Comments are due by December 1, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. MST.
Join us in Boise on October 20th and Coeur d'Alene on November 3rd for our annual bench bar conferences. Click for more info.
Please click for info on a free online CLE on determining value for bifurcated proofs of claim.
The District of Idaho is pleased to announce the winners of its 2023 Civics Contest. Please click for more information.
The District of Idaho is accepting applications for a lawyer representative from the 6th or 7th districts through 9/22/2023.
Click for the PowerPoint presentation from the Lawyer Rep/FBA Social Security CLE offered on 5/3/23.
The Judiciary's Central Violations Bureau (CVB) website has been refreshed and it's easier than ever to pay fines online.
Judge Grasham recently participated in a "Robes in Schools" event in San Diego. Click for more information.
Please click for information regarding an online CLE on 5/4/23 about emerging trends and hot topics in BK cases.
Please click for information regarding an online CLE on 5/3/23 about social security case practice skills.
Click to review an update to the procedures for District Court filing after 5:00 p.m. Mountain in the event of a CM/ECF failure.
Renewing GO 363 and extending the CARES Act provisions in criminal proceedings by 90 days.
New general order regarding the District Court Advisory Committee on Local Rules.
Please join us for "The Latest on Student Loan Debt and Undue Hardships" on 3/23/23 at 12 p.m. MDT via Zoom. Click for more info.
Please click for more information about Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act Payments in FY22 cases.
New general order regarding sealed filings related to cooperation in criminal cases.
The White House announced that Idaho Court of Appeals Judge Amanda Brailsford has been nominated to replace Judge Winmill.
Join us at noon MST on January 26, 2023, for a free online CLE. Click for more information and to register.
New general order naming the 2023-2024 Criminal Justice Act Panel.
New general order adopting revised bankruptcy local rules effective January 3, 2023.
Renewing GO 363 and extending the CARES Act provisions in criminal proceedings by 90 days.
New General Order appointing the CJA Peer Review Committee.
The topic for the 2023 District of Idaho/Ninth Circuit Civics Contest has been announced. Click for more information.
Click for information on amendments to the Fed. Rules of Appellate, Bankruptcy, Civil and Criminal Procedure effective 12/1/22.
New General Order regarding general consent to U.S. Magistrate Judges, pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 636(c), in Social Security cases.
New General Order regarding revised criminal process order.
Please click for amendments to the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and Official Forms effective 12/1/2022.
The public is invited to review the attached proposed Local Rule changes. Comments are due by December 5, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. MST.
Join us as Bankruptcy Judge Paul W. Bonapfel, N.D. Georgia, talks about updates to the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019.
New General Order outlining updates to Court operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Please join us in Boise on October 28th for the Southern Bench Bar Conference!
Please join us in Idaho Falls on October 7th for the Eastern Bench Bar Conference!
Applications are being accepted through 11/11/2022 for positions on the CJA Panel List for 2023 and 2024. Click for more info.
Please join us in Idaho Falls on October 7 or in Boise on October 28. Click for more information.
Please join us on September 1, 2022, at noon MST for a free bankruptcy CLE. Please click for more information.
The District is seeking a new Lawyer Representative from the 4th District. Please see the attachment for further information.
New General Order outlining the 2022 jury plan.
On Wednesday, July 20, 2022, Judge Candy Dale received Idaho's Distinguished Jurist Award.
Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment & Technical Corrections Act Raises Debt Limit in Subchapter V and Chapter 13 Cases
Renewing GO 363 and extending the CARES Act provisions in criminal proceedings by 90 days.
Finalists for the 2022 Ninth Circuit Civics Contest finalists have been announced, including the District winners.
Join us on 5/5/2022 at noon MDT to learn about the Bankruptcy Noticing Center. One hour of Idaho CLE credit is pending.
New General Order naming the appointed members of the Advisory Committee on District Local Rules.
New General Order appointing U.S. Magistrate Judge Debora Kristensen Grasham.
New General Order appointing Judge Raymond E. Patricco, Jr. to serve as Chief Magistrate Judge for the District of Idaho.
Renewing GO 363 and extending CARES Act provisions in criminal proceedings by 90 days.
Please see the attached notice regarding the adjustment of certain dollar amounts applicable to bankruptcy cases.
New General Order outlining updates to Court operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The deadline for the 2022 District of Idaho Civics Contest is fast approaching! Submissions are due by March 18, 2022.
Join us on 3/3/2022 at noon MST for news of upcoming bankruptcy changes. One hour of Idaho CLE credit is pending.
Chief Magistrate Judge Candy W. Dale will take recall status on April 1, 2022. Please click for more information.
Updating the Criminal Justice Act Plan for the District of Idaho.
Effective January 1, 2022, all federal court teleconference numbers transitioned to a new teleconference system. Please ensure you are dialing the most up to da
The Idaho issue of the Western Legal History of the Ninth Judicial Circuit Historical Society is now available online.
A chart from a recent Wall Street Journal article regarding the effectiveness of masks.
Adoption of Local Rules for Civil Practice 6.1 and 7.1 and Local Patent Rules.
Adoption of revised Bankruptcy Local Rules and Chapter 13 Plan and New Chapter 11 Subchapter V Model Plan
Renewing GO 363 and extending CARES Act provisions in criminal proceedings by 90 days.
Debora Kristensen Grasham has been selected for appointment as the next U.S. Magistrate Judge for the District of Idaho.
General Order appointing the members of the CJA Peer Review Committee.
General Order and instructions for issuance and processing violation notices as to petty offenses/CVB bond forfeiture schedule.
Join us on 1/6/2022 at noon MST for an analysis of bankruptcy case filings and U.S. economic indicators. 1 hr CLE credit pending.
Please click here for the amended appellate and bankruptcy rules and new forms that became effective 12/1/2021.
USTP to post updated UST Form 11-MORs and UST Form 11-PCRs on November 30, 2021.
Susie Headlee received the FBA's Lifetime Service Award at the 2021 District of Idaho Bench Bar Conference.
Join us on November 3, 2021 at noon for a free CLE on proposed changes to the BK Local Rules and Plans. See attached.
The public is invited to review the attached proposed Local Rule changes. Comments are due by December 1, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. MST.
The public is invited to review the attached proposed Local Rule changes. Comments are due by December 1, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. MST.
Correspondence from the AO regarding December 1, 2021, changes to Bankruptcy Rule 9036.
Bankruptcy Judge Noah Hillen has been named one of ABI's "40 Under 40" industry professionals for 2021.
New General Order naming the members of the Merit Selection Panel to select the District's new magistrate judge.
Emergency rental assistance programs available to renters and landlords facing challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Renewing GO 363 and extending CARES Act provisions in criminal proceedings by 90 days.
Please click to view the video of U.S. Magistrate Judge Raymond E. Patricco's investiture ceremony on September 17, 2021.
Sonyalee Nutsch has been appointed Lawyer Representative for the 1st and 2nd Districts. Her term will begin January 1, 2022.
Please click for more information.
Discussion of the players in bankruptcy court and the importance of notice on 9/1/21 at noon MDT via Zoom. CLE credit pending.
The District of Idaho is now accepting applications from candidates for U.S. Magistrate Judge through September 10, 2021.
New General Order requiring masks and social distancing for all persons entering the District of Idaho courthouses.
The District of Idaho is seeking candidates for appointment of a U.S. Magistrate Judge.
Please find attached the PowerPoint presentation from the federal judgeship CLE offered on 7/15/21.
A free CLE on the path to a federal judgeship will be held on July 15, 2021 at 12:00 MDT. Please see the attached for more info.
Renewing GO 363 and extending CARES Act provisions in criminal proceedings by 90 days.
The U.S. Trustee's Office is offering a free CLE on July 7, 2021 at noon regarding new forms required as of June 21, 2021.
General Order regarding court operations on June 18, 2021 re Juneteenth federal holiday.
General Order appointing Magistrate Judge Candy W. Dale as Chief Magistrate Judge for the District of Idaho.
General Order appointing Raymond E. Patricco as U.S. Magistrate Judge for the District of Idaho.
Effective June 1, 2021, the Boise office of the U.S. Trustee's Office will have a new address. Please see attached.
General Order adopting CDC guidelines regarding masks and social distancing for fully vaccinated individuals.
The District is seeking a new Lawyer Representative from the 1st or 2nd Districts. Please see the attachment for further info.
Order addressing Court operations during Stage IV of Idaho's reopening plan.
The District of Wyoming is seeking applications for a US Magistrate Judge in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Updated procedures for electronic case filing with the Court.
Updated procedures regarding filing by fax with the Court.
Discussion of do's and don'ts of filing bankruptcy petitions/docs on May 5, 2021 from 12-1 pm via Zoom. 1 hr CLE pending.
General Order adopting revised Due Process Protections Act Order to be entered at initial appearance.
Renewing GO 363 and extending CARES Act provisions in criminal proceedings by 90 days
Continued Court operations in March 2021 due to COVID-19 pandemic.
Join two federal career law clerks for pointers about practicing in the District of Idaho. 1 hour MCLE pending.
Pro se email boxes established during COVID-19 pandemic to be deactivated 3/22/21; Court returns to standard filing procedures.
The FBA (Virtual) Tri-State Conference will be held March 11-12, 2021. It is free for FBA members. Please click to register.
Discussion of changes to the Bankruptcy Code and Bankruptcy Court Rules on March 3rd from 12 pm to 1 pm via Zoom. CLE pending.
Virtual filmmaker presentation and film access to the story of Judge Harry Pregerson presented by NJCHS. CLE credit pending.
Continued Court operations in February 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Raymond E. Patricco, Jr. has been selected for appointment as the new U.S. Magistrate Judge for the District of Idaho.
Registration is open for the virtual 2021 Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Seminar on February 5, 2021. (7.0 CLE credits)
"Courts During COVID: Challenges and Successes" presented on 2/9/21. CLE credit available for CA and WA. Click to register.
Appoints Advisory Committee on District Court Local Rules
Standard Notice and Order entered for all Zoom hearings in Bankruptcy Court
Adoption of Revised District Court Local Rules for Civil Practice 5.3 and 37.1.
Adoption of Revised Bankruptcy Court Local Rules and Chapter 13 Confirmation Order
Important dates and action items for attorneys regarding the District of Idaho's upgrade to NextGen CM/ECF in March 2021.
Outlines continued court operations in 2021 in response to Stay Healthy Order re COVID-19.
Invitation to join a Zoom call with the District of Idaho Bankruptcy on January 6, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. MST. CLE pending.
Attached is General Order 381 regarding the closure of the District of Idaho courthouses on December 24 and 25, 2020.
Appoints Advisory Committee on Local Bankruptcy Rules
Extends the time to file indictments because of the suspension of grand jury proceedings in the District of Idaho.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Friday, December 25 in observance of Christmas.
Appointment of CJA Peer Review Committee
The Ninth Circuit has announced the theme for the 2021 Civics Contest -- What Does Our American Community Ask of Us?
Effective from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2022.
All public comments are due by December 22, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. (MST).
Revised Criminal Procedural Order that supersedes and replaces General Order 352.
Bankruptcy Rule and Form Changes Effective Dec. 1, 2020
The United States District and Bankruptcy Courts will be open on Friday, November 27, 2020, but with limited staffing.
District and Bankruptcy Fee Changes Effective Dec. 1, 2020
Outlines court operations in response to Stay Healthy Order issued by Idaho Governor Little.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Thursday, November 26 in observance of Thanksgiving.
The public is invited to review the proposed Local Bankruptcy Rule Changes attached, and the Chapter 13 Plan / Confirmation Order.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
The Board of Judges and lawyer reps announce $40,000 available for Community Grants. Deadline 10/30.
The District of Idaho is pleased to announce the selection of Katie Ball as a new Lawyer Representative.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, October 12 in observance of Columbus Day.
Compassionate Release and the First Step Act - Guest speakers: Miles Pope and Justin Whatcott.
General Order 372 was issued on August 31, superceding General Order 371 re assignment of BK cases and adversary proceedings.
U.S. Trustee Program Extends Telephonic or Video Section 341 Meeting
- August 28, 2020
Please note applications are due by October 31, 2020.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.
The Unrelenting and Unbroken Battle to Earn and Protect the RIGHT to VOTE.
Assignment of Bankruptcy Cases and Adversary Proceedings to Bankruptcy Judges
The new lawyer representative will be selected from the 4th District. See attached for further information.
Effective Virtual Litigation and Mediation During the Pandemic via ZOOM
Pocatello Office Closure effective June 24, 2020.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day.
U.S. Trustees Office continuing with video/telephonic 341a meetings through October 10th.
An illustrated history of some of Idaho courthouses of the 1880’s.
These case summaries were prepared by the Idaho Chapter of the Federal Bar Association for informational purposes only.
Adoption of Revised Plan for the Administration of the Non-Appropriated Fund
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
Continued Court Operations in Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Idaho Governor's Guidelines for Reopening Idaho
Notice of Bankruptcy Form Changes effective April 1, 2020.
Please see attached General Order No. 365 which was issued today re Continued Court Operations.
Procedure for Filings Made Pursuant to the Bail Reform Act in Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Please see attached press release regarding federal courthouse closures in the District of Idaho.
Public Notice re Appointment to Panel of Chapter 7 Trustees
General Order No. 363 re Update on Cares Act Provisions for Criminal Proceedings
General Order No. 362 was entered March 27, 2020 re Court Operations in Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Ninth Circuit Extends Deadline for Entries in 2020 High School Civics Contest
Press Release - Federal Courthouse in Pocatello Closes - March 23, 2020.
General Order No. 361 entered March 18, 2020 re CJA Panel Attorneys Interim Compensation
General Order No. 360 was entered March 17, 2020 re Court Operations in Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Please review General Order No. 359 which was signed and entered today (Mar. 3, 2019).
Subchapter V of Chapter 11 will go into effect February 19, 2020.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Wednesday, February 17 in observance of Washington's Birthday.
Adoption of Interim Bankruptcy Procedures re the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019.
Proof of Claim Bar Date and 1111(b) Election Date in Small Business Cases filed under Subchapter V of Chapter 11.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
The 38th Annual Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Seminar will be held in McCall on Thursday, Feb 6 - Saturday, Feb 8.
Attached is General Order 354 regarding the District of Idaho courthouse closures on December 24 and 25, 2019.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Wednesday, January 1 in observance of New Years Day.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Wednesday, December 25 in observance of Christmas.
EPA Fee Schedule Change effective January 1, 2020.
Comment period re national interim rules surrounding the implementation of the new small business reorganization due Nov 13.
The Advisory Committee on Bankruptcy Rules made minor conforming amendments to four Official Forms (see attached).
Solicitation of Applicants to Serve as Subchapter V Trustees
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
Proposed Interim Rule and Official Form Amendments for Public Comment in Response to the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019
The Advisory Committee on Bankruptcy Rules made minor conforming amendments to four Official Forms (see attached)
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, October 14 in observance of Columbus Day.
Deadline for receipt of all completed application materials is November 14, 2019.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day.
The District of Idaho is pleased to announce the Boise Bench Conference registration is now open!
Lawyer Rep applications are being accepted from the 3rd and 5th Districts.
Reminder to Attorneys to Update ECF Accounts
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
"The 4th Amendment in the 21st Century - What is an Unreasonable Search and Seizure in the Digital Age?"
Word Perfect documents no longer accepted by Idaho District and Bankruptcy Courts beginning August 1, 2019
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.
Order issued in the case of Joseph Edward Duncan, III vs. United States of America.
Please read the attached Notice regarding automatic adjustments to certain dollar amounts and amended forms set for April 1, 2019.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, February 18 in observance of Presidents' Day.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, January 21 in observance of the Martin Luther King Day.
Stay of Cases in Which the United States is a Party during the Federal Government Lapse in Appropriations
Continuation of court operations during lapse in appropriations.
On December 19, 2018, President Trump announced via Executive Order that Monday, December 24, 2018, would be a federal holiday.
Attached is a press release regarding the appointment of new District and Bankruptcy Chief Judges effective January 1, 2019.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Tuesday, January 1 in observance of New Year's Day.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Tuesday, December 25 in observance of Christmas.
All public comments are due by December 7, 2018 at 5 p.m. (MST).
All public comments are due by December 7, 2018 at 5 p.m. (MST).
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Thursday, November 22 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
DeAnne Casperson has been appointed as our new lawyer representative.
For further info: https://www.id.uscourts.gov/clerks/bench_bar_conf/2018_Conferences.cfm
The District of Idaho is soliciting applications for appointment to our CJA Panel. Application period closes 10/31/18.
The Courts have established a new miscellaneous fee for the retrieval of court records not available on ECF or PACER.
The 4th Amendment in the 21st Century- What is an "Unreasonable Search and Seizure" in the Digital Age?
Public comment is sought for proposed amendments to appellate, bankruptcy, civil and evidence rules.
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court's Local Rules Committee invites public comment on proposed changes to the local chapter 13 plan form.
The Boise Clerk's Office will be relocating to the 5th floor on or about August 1.
Thursday, September 20: Capital Habeas Day; Friday, September 21: Trial Day
News Release - The next Lawyer Representative will be appointed from the 6th and 7th Districts. Letters of interest due August 1.
The District Court CM/ECF system will be down on Saturday, June 16 from 8:00 am - noon MDT for system maintenance.
Attorney admission and pro hac vice fees will increase to $250 effective June 1. Please see General Order #329.
Naturalization hearing in Pocatello sees 19 people become U.S. Citizens
Brown Bag CLE on Immigration in the Trump Administration to be held at the Idaho Supreme Court.
The Bankruptcy ECF system will be down on Saturday, May 26 from 8:00 am - noon MDT for system maintenance.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases filed on or after May 1, 2018 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
Please see the attached article on Bankruptcy Judge Jim D. Pappas which was featured in the March 2018 issue of The Federal Lawyer
There's still one week left to enter the 2018 Civics Contest!
Contact information for any case assignment issues and updated information on Boise courtroom location in ECF.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases filed on or after April 1, 2018 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
The District of Idaho is now accepting applications for a term law clerk to the Honorable B. Lynn Winmill in Boise.
Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Passage of the 14th Amendment.
The ECF systems will be down during maintenance windows on March 17th and March 22nd.
Just a few weeks remain for Idaho high school students to enter the 2018 Civics Contest.
The District of Idaho is now accepting applications for a term law clerk to the Honorable Joseph M. Meier in Boise.
The Honorable Candy Wagahoff Dale is featured in the January/February 2018 issue of The Federal Lawyer.
The Court of Appeals Appoints New Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Idaho
150 Years After Ratification of the 14th Amendment: What Does Equal Protection Mean to Students?
A new General Order has been entered which amends GO# 237 and District Local Civil Rule 73.1 regarding the consent process.
In accordance with the Bankruptcy Judgeship Act of 2017, Pub. L. No. 115-72, the ch 11 quarterly fee schedule has been amended.
Mr. Gregory M. Garvin has been appointed as the Acting U.S. Trustee for Region 18 effective 12/23/17.
Summary of Federal and Local Bankruptcy Rules and Forms changes effective 12/1/17.
The Bankruptcy Court has instituted new procedures for finalizing/closing chapter 12 cases.
Kathleen McCallister will be hosting CLE seminars the week of November 14th.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases filed on or after Nov 1, 2017 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
Meeting location is changing effective January 1, 2018.
The District of Idaho Courthouses will be closed on Friday, November 10 in observance of Veterans' Day.
Idaho Chapter of the FBA present "Inexpensive? Implementing Rule 1 of the Federal Rules".
The District of Idaho Courthouses will be closed on Monday, October 9 in observance of Columbus Day.
The deadline to submit applications to serve on the CJA Panel for the U.S. District Court is October 31, 2017.
The public is invited to review and provide comments on proposed updates to local bankruptcy forms and rules.
Attn 4th District attorneys: If you are interested in becoming a District of Idaho lawyer representative, deadline is Sept 15.
Blair Perilman, Ninth Circuit Case Managing attorney, will be presenting "Managing your Criminal Case"
Please see the Courts' Notice regarding Moscow Court hearings. This does not impact §341(a) Meetings.
**UPDATE** Join Chief Judge Winmill will be introducing Judge David C. Nye. Lunch will be provided.
Thursday, September 14: Capital Habeas Day; Friday: Trial Day
There will be a temporary change in the 341(a) Meeting effective July 1st.
The District Court has entered General Order #319-Revised Criminal Procedural Order.
Congratulations to our local contest winners!
The FJC has recently enhanced it's database that houses information about federal case filings.
The 13th Annual Tri-State Conference program information is available. Hotel and conference registration is now open.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.
Individuals are posing as Federal Court and Kootenai County Sheriff Officials in order to scam citizens out of money.
The Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications for the position of Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Idaho.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases filed on or after May 1, 2017 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
The Ninth Circuit has extended the contest deadline to 12:00 p.m. PDT on Monday, April 24th.
Up to $40,000 are available for the Community Outreach Grant Program this year. Deadline is May 15.
Judge Jim Pappas has released a message to the Idaho bankruptcy bar regarding his intention to retire.
Please read the Court's advisory message regarding Microsoft Word documents containing embedded macros.
Ninth Circuit Press Release announces Libby Smith as the new Ninth Circuit Executive
Telephone scammers are impersonating the U.S. Marshal's office using an Emmett, ID phone number.
Please see the attached information regarding pending FRBP and Official Form changes regarding the chapter 13 plan form.
Gary L. Rainsdon has been appointed a standing chapter 12 trustee for the District of Idaho, effective February 1, 2017.
Information regarding the contest rules and entry instructions is now available.
Join the Commercial Law & Bankruptcy Law Section in beautiful Coeur d'Alene for their 35th Annual Bankruptcy Seminar.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, January 2 in observance of New Year's Day
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court will discontinue hearings in Twin Falls effective January 1, 2017.
The district's ECF Procedures have been amended due to local and national rule changes.
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court's Local Rules Committee invites the public to view and comment by December 9 at 5 p.m.
Please see the attached notice for important changes effective Dec 1st.
Please see the attached notice for important changes effective Dec 1st.
The public is invited to provide comments on new Criminal Local Rule 49.1. Comments are due by November 23, 2016.
Please read for important information regarding an upcoming planned ECF system outage.
Judge Dale will discuss best practices in Federal Court. Lunch will be provided.
The U.S. Trustee is seeking resumes from persons wishing to be appointed as a Standing Trustee. Deadline is Nov. 4, 2016.
National Pro Bono Week is October 23-29, 2016
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases filed on or after Nov 1, 2016 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
The deadline for accepting applications is October 15, 2016.
Presented by the Idaho Chapter of the FBA In Partnership with the District of Idaho
Callers claiming to be a Deputy US Marshall falsely threaten with Federal Arrest Warrant.
The Judicial Conference Advisory Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure have proposed amendments to their respective rules.
Online payment processing will be unavailable on 7/24/16 from 1:00 AM to 3:00 AM EST due to a U.S. Treasury system upgrade.
"Game of Groans - Winning Strategies at Trial" - sponsored by Federal Defender Services Sept 15-16
For interested members of the Idaho State Bar from the 1st or 2nd Districts. Due July 15
22 individuals will celebrate their first Fourth of July as new Americans.
The Judicial Conference Advisory Comm on Bankruptcy Rules has proposed amendments to FBR 3015 and adoption of a new FBR 3015.1.
The USAO has issued a press release regarding a trending scam wherein callers are impersonating USMS officials.
The public is invited to provide comments on changes to Civil Local Rules 16.4 and 83.4. Comments are due by July 15, 2016.
Click here to read an article by the 2016 Lawyer Representatives describing their roles and opportunities.
The Idaho Chapter of the FBA is sponsoring a Pro Bono Luncheon on 7/25/16 at the Boise Courthouse - 4th Floor Clerk's Office.
Fees regarding retrieval of documents from the Federal Records Center and CVB fines will be changing June 1st.
Winners of the local 2016 Civics Contest have been announced. The first place winner moves on to the circuit level contest.
The Tri-State Conference will be held in Sun Valley on October 13-15. Click on the link for registration info.
Please see the attached brochure for information regarding Advanced Mediation Training set for May 16 &17 in Boise.
Please click on the news link for updated information regarding the location of the Attorney Admissions Ceremony on May 5th.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases filed on or after May 1, 2016 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
2016 Community Outreach Grant Program - DEADLINE MAY 1
John Wilinski will be presenting at Stoel Rives on May 11. Co-hosted by FBA and Stoel Rives.
The deadline for students to submit entries has been extended to 6:00 pm MST/5:00 pm PST on Monday, April 18th
A tribute from the Judges of the US District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Idaho to Thomas High.
Chief Judge Winmill and his law clerk, Dave Metcalf, will discuss new discovery protocols. Lunch will be provided.
Important information for counsel and parties regarding Bankruptcy Court digital audio recordings.
The Idaho Pro Bono Commission is sponsoring a free 1 hour CLE at the Kootenai County Courthouse Annex
Materials from the US Bankruptcy Court presentation regarding forms updates and ECF best practices
The U.S. Attorney's Office has issued a press release regarding callers impersonating USMS officials.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases fled on or after April 1, 2016 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
Please read the attached Notice regarding automatic adjustments to certain dollar amounts and amended forms set for April 1st.
The Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications for the position of Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Montana.
The District of Idaho courthouses will be closed on Monday, February 15 in observance of President's Day.
Motion to Dismiss, Statement of No Objection and Adversary Case Opening have been updated.
Chief Judge Winmill and his law clerk, Dave Metcalf, will discuss new discovery protocols. Lunch will be provided.
Chief Judge Winmill and his law clerk, Dave Metcalf, will discuss new discovery protocols. Lunch will be provided.
Press Release from the U.S. Attorney's Office regarding Idaho residents being threatened with Federal Arrest Warrants
Chief Judge Winmill and his law clerk, Dave Metcalf, will discuss new discovery protocols. Lunch will be provided.
Chief Judge Winmill and his law clerk, Dave Metcalf will discuss new discovery protocols. Lunch will be provided.
The public is invited to review and provide comments on the new Criminal Local Rule 58.3. Comments are due by February 16, 2016.
Pease read the attached notice for more information regarding local rules and forms updated and adopted in 2015.
The federal courthouses in the District of Idaho will be CLOSED at noon on December 24th through the 25th.
Coming soon- 2016 9th Circuit Civcs Contest- "50 Years After The Miranda Decision"
Significant Changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure became effective on 12/1/15.
The Administrative Offices of the US Courts has prepared an overview for attorneys highlighting some of the Dec 1st changes.
Fictitious emails have been reported regarding summons to jury duty for a federal case.
The Bankruptcy Court's CM/ECF and PACER systems will be unavailable Monday, November 30th from 6:00 p.m. -12:00 a.m. MST.
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court's Local Rules Committee invites the public to view and comment by December 11 at 5 p.m.
The U.S. District Court's Local Rules Committee invites the public to view and provide comment by December 11 at 5 p.m.
The webcast recording of the Nov 6th CLE is now available to bar members through 12/31/15.
The slides from the November 6th CLE training are now available.
Most Official Bankruptcy Forms are scheduled to be replaced effective December 1, 2015.
A sophisticated phone scam is targeting bankruptcy filers in several states.
The US Bankruptcy Court will be hosting a CLE to review and discuss the pending 12/1/15 forms changes.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases filed on or after Nov 1, 2015 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
The courthouses in Coeur d'Alene, Boise, and Pocatello will be CLOSED on Monday, Oct 12.
The district's CM/ECF and PACER systems will be unavailable Saturday, October 10th from 7:00 am -11:00 am MDT.
Attorney Admissions Ceremony is Set for October 1, 2015 at 4 p.m. at the Boise Centre in Boise.
The deadline for accepting applications for the CJA Panel is October 31, 2015. Please see attached criteria for applicants.
The Judicial Conference Advisory Committee on Bankruptcy and Evidence Rules have proposed amendments to their respective rules.
Interested Members of the Bar: Applications to serve as a Lawyer Representative for the U.S. Courts now being accepted
Job Opening at the Office of the U.S. Trustee, U.S. Department of Justice in Boise, Idaho
Press release for Notice of Reappointment of Incumbent United States Magistrate Judges Candy Wagahoff Dale and Ronald E. Bush.
Information regarding the 2015 Annual Western All-Star Conference & Confabulation - "Winning the Battle and Winning the War".
The Idaho Chapter of the American College of Bankruptcy will present a panel discussion on July 21, 2015.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases fled on or after May 15, 2015 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases fled on or after April 1, 2015 is now available on the US Trustee's website.
Applications for consideration are due by May 1, 2015. It can be found under the Community Outreach in the left navigation.
Judge Myers' Moscow video calendar information has been updated. Please see the attached revised calendar.
Proposed Federal Rule and Form Changes Published for Comment by February 17, 2015
Please read the notice from the Clerk of 9th Circuit BAP regarding its policy change regarding excerpts of record.
The courthouses in Coeur d'Alene, Boise, and Pocatello will be CLOSED on Monday, Jan 19.
Please read the attached notice for more information regarding local rules updated and adopted in 2014.
The courthouses in Coeur d'Alene, Boise, Moscow and Pocatello will be CLOSED on Thursday, Jan 1.
In accordance with General Order 286, the federal courthouses will be closed on December 26th.
Effective 1/12/15 the intake counter at the Moscow Divisional Office will no longer be regularly staffed by court personnel.
As of January 1st, §341 meetings in Moscow will be held in Suite 204 of the Moscow meeting location at 220 East Fifth Street
Please view for important updates to National Rule, Fee and Form changes which go into effect December 1, 2014.
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court's Local Rules Committee invites the public to view and provide comment by December 5 at 5 p.m.
The ISB Diversity Section has chosen Chief U.S. Magistrate Candy Dale for its 2014 "Justice for All" Award.
Updated Census Bureau Data applicable to cases filed on or after November 1, 2014 is now available on the US Trustee’s website.
The United States District and Bankruptcy Court are pleased to announce the appointment of Lori Nakaoka from the 5th District.
The courthouses in Coeur d'Alene, Boise, Moscow and Pocatello will be CLOSED on Monday, October 13.
Materials presented by Brian Kane at the 2014 Federal Court Bench Bar Conference
Please review and provide comment on the amendments to Local Rules of Civil Procedures 15.1, 37.1, and 37.2 by October 20.
The Idaho Pro Bono Commission urges Idaho lawyers to commit more legal help to those who cannot afford it.
Applications to be on the 2015 CJA Panel are now being accepted. Please make sure you qualify before submitting your application.
August 29 is the deadline to submit your application to become a Lawyer Representative for the District of Idaho.
U.S. Judge Mikel Williams has been named the first recipient of an award named after another exemplar of civility, Richard C. Fields.
Information about the bench bar conference 2014 in Boise
Information about the bench bar conference 2014 in Fort Hall
The District Local Rules Committee invites public comment on Crim R 32.1 by July 18 at 5 p.m.
The District Local Rules Committee invited public comment on Civ Rules 16.1 and 47.2
Attached is the Order from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Latta v Otter
Attached is the Judgment entered in Latta v Otter dated May 14, 2014.
Attached is the Order issued by the District of Idaho - filed May 14, 2014.
Attached is the Press Release issued on May 13, 2014 by Chief Magistrate Judge Candy W. Dale in Latta v Otter.
The District Court Local Rules Committee invites public comment on Local Civ P 37.1 and 37.2
Federal Court Miscellaneous Fee Schedule Changes effective June 1, 2014
Thrills and Skills program presented by the Federal Defenders of E Washington - May 9, 2014
On February 12, 2014 ILHS will host a gala event at the Idaho State Archives
The Bankruptcy Court Local Rules Committee adopted 1001.2, 2002.2, 4002.1, 9011.1
Citizens of Idaho Continue to be Targets of Telephone Scammers
Changes to Nt'l Bankruptcy Fees, Rules and Forms effective December 1, 2013
Federal Court Miscellaneous Fee Schedule Changes effective December 1, 2013
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