Filing Information

Bankruptcy Basics

Basic information for debtors, creditors, court personnel, the media, and the general public on different aspects of the federal bankruptcy laws from the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.

Bankruptcy Basics Videos

http://www.uscourts.gov/bankruptcycourts/bankruptcybasics.html

Guide for Pro Se Filers

A guide for debtors filing bankruptcy without an attorney. (Consumer Pro Se Debtor's Guide) (25 pages)

Additional Information About Filing Without An Attorney

Informational website created by the Administrative Office of the United States Courts intended for debtors interested in filing without an attorney (pro se).

Means Test Information

Information from the U.S. Trustee regarding the means test form and links to Census Bureau and the Internal Revenue Service resources for data needed to complete the form.

Credit Counseling

Information from the U.S. Trustee regarding pre-petition credit counseling and a list of approved credit counseling agencies.

Financial Management (Debtor Education)

Information from the U.S. Trustee regarding personal financial management instructional courses (debtor education) and a list of approved debtor education providers.

How To File With The Court