Electronic Access to Sealed Documents and Service of Sealed Documents

On April 30, 2026, Chief Judge Burris entered Operating Order 26-01, which provides guidance on electronic access to sealed documents, service and notice of sealed documents filed in CM/ECF, and other related provisions. Sealed documents will continue to be filed in CM/ECF under existing procedures. A party with the appropriate access to a sealed document may request a paper copy by contacting the Clerk's Office. Because sealed documents filed in CM/ECF will no longer be accessible or viewable electronically, service cannot be accomplished through CM/ECF. Parties must serve sealed documents by other appropriate means provided in the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure or as otherwise provided by the Court.