SFVBA Offices to Remain Closed Until May 15
April 17, 2020 – The San Fernando Valley Bar Association offices will remain closed and staff will continue to work remotely until, at least, May 15.
New Emergency Rules for Some Court Activities
April 17, 2020 – The LASC has issued a new set of emergency rules regarding specific court activities including unlawful detainers and juvenile dependency proceedings.
Detailed Report Due on Valley Court Status
April 16, 2020 -A report detailing the information shared at a recent remote session on the current State of the Valley Courts will be released Friday, April 17.
State of the Valley Courts Update Planned
On Thursday, April 16, the SFVBA Bench-Bar Committee will convene for a State of the Valley Courts Update and FAQs Regarding COVID-19. The session will feature Judge Huey P. Cotton, Judge…
State of the Valley Courts Panel Planned
April 15, 2020 – The SFVBA Bench-Bar Committee will convene tomorrow, Thursday, April 16, for a Covid-19-related State of the Valley Courts Update
SFVBA Staff Adapts Bar Operations
The SFVBA has extended the office closure until at least April 19 and maintains the operational changes announced on March 17. The Bar is also adapting its ARS, conferences and arbitration operations.
LASC Issues Far-Reaching Covid-19 Order
LASC Presiding Judge Kevin C. Brazile has issued a detailed and far-reaching order implementing operational changes at all County courthouses. The new order takes effect immediately.
New Restrictions on Courthouse Visitors
A new set of guidelines for people entering courthouses and courtrooms County-wide has been released by the Los Angeles Superior Court. According to the Court, the restrictions will remain in place “until they are no longer necessary.”
LASC Scales Down All Countywide Court Operations
The Los Angeles Superior Court has begun scaling down operations at all 38 courthouses in the county. Additional public protection measures will be evaluated and announced as appropriate.
Bankruptcy Court Reschedules In-Person Meetings
All in-person U.S. Bankruptcy Court (Region 16) Chapter 7, 12, and 13 Section 341 meetings scheduled through April 10, 2020 will be rescheduled until further notice.