United States Bankruptcy Judge Timothy A. Barnes of the Northern District of Illinois has applied to be reappointed by the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit to a new 14-year term when his current term expires on May 15, 2026. A United States Bankruptcy Judge is a judicial officer of the United States District Court who exercises the authority of the court with respect to any action, suit, or proceeding under Chapter 6 of Title 28 of the United States Code. 28 U.S.C. § 151. Comments are invited from the public and members of the bar as to whether Judge Barnes should be reappointed. Those comments, which will be kept confidential, should be in writing and sent by December 30, 2025, to:

David E. Hollar
Circuit Executive
Judicial Council of the Seventh Circuit
219 South Dearborn Street
Room 2780
Chicago, Illinois 60604
Email: ca07_circuit_executive@ca7.uscourts.gov