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Californis Bankruptcy — Bankruptcy is the process that can either clear many debts, giving you a fresh start, or allows you to pay off your debts over a longer period of time than you typically have without a bankruptcy plan. Bankruptcy requires the involvement of federal courts. In California, there are four courts overseeing bankruptcy. The proper court depends on where you live.
| U.S. Bankruptcy Court – Northern District of California — serves the residents of 15 counties, including communities in Northern California, the Bay Area, San Jose, and Monterey. Divisions are based in Santa Rosa, San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. Information and services available on the court website include:
- Electronic filing procedures and manuals
- Procedures for each division
- Bankruptcy basics
- Guidelines for Chapter 7, Chapter 11 & Chapter 13 bankruptcy
- Forms
- FAQs
| U.S. Bankruptcy Court – Eastern District of California — covers 34 counties, from Siskiyou to Kern. Divisions are based in Sacramento, Fresno and Modesto. The court website has detailed information such as:
- Self-Service Center
- Forms and publications
- Filing and fee information
- Court calendars
- FAQs
- Local rules
| U.S. Bankruptcy Court – Central District of California — proclaims it is the largest bankruptcy Court in the United States. The district serves the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo. Courts are located in Los Angeles, Riverside, Santa Ana, Santa Barbara, and the San Fernando Valley. The court’s website features:
- Self-Service Center
- E-filing and electronic bankruptcy notices
- Forms and rules
- FAQs, including how to file and common definitions
- Why you should hire an attorney to declare bankruptcy
- Filing proofs of a claim when you are owed money from a bankrupt person or entity
| U.S. Bankruptcy Court – Southern District of California — covers San Diego and Imperial Counties. The office is located in San Diego, but as the court website advises, you don’t have to travel there. Instead, take advantage of the site’s resources, including:
- A Front Counter where you can file electronically
- Court forms
- Fee schedule
- Local rules
- Court calendars
- Approved credit counseling agencies
| California Bankruptcy Lawyers — is an attorney directory searchable by city or county, with links to lawyers in related fields, such as collections. These experienced attorneys have expertise in advising you about whether bankruptcy is the best option, the process of filing, and how to create a new financial future.
| The Bankruptcy Law Center — is a useful guide for anyone burdened with financial problems who is considering whether to file for bankruptcy. Organized in FAQ format, the Center also discusses alternatives to bankruptcy. Topics include:
- Credit problems
- Creditor rights
- Consumer and business bankruptcy
- Involuntary bankruptcy
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