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Forms Overview
Forms for Filing a Bankruptcy Case
A combination of different forms must be used to file a voluntary bankruptcy case, including a Bankruptcy Petition, Schedules, and Statements. Bankruptcy Petition Packages and all forms required for filing a bankruptcy case include basic instructions and all of the forms required to file a bankruptcy case.
Loan Modification Forms
Loan Modification forms have been approved for use in the Central District of California’s Bankruptcy Loan Modification Management Pilot Program.
Local Bankruptcy Rules (LBR) Forms
LBR forms are approved by the Central District of California
Bankruptcy Court. Each LBR form is numbered to correspond to a related LBR (e.g., F 3015-1.1 is related to LBR 3015-1).
Mediation Forms
Mediation forms have been approved for use in the Central District of California’s Bankruptcy Mediation Program.
Official Bankruptcy
Forms
Official Bankruptcy Forms are approved by the Judicial Conference of the United States to file and take action in bankruptcy cases and adversary proceedings. For more information, such as instructions and committee notes, please visit the forms page on the United States Courts website.
Other Forms
In addition to bankruptcy-related forms listed above, the Central District of California Bankruptcy Court has approved other forms for use in the administration of a case, or has modified Official Bankruptcy Forms.
Proof of Claim Forms
Proof of Claim forms are often-used Official Bankruptcy
Forms that may be filed by creditors in a case. Creditors will be provided with a notice if and when a Proof of Claim should be filed in a case as well as the deadline for filing a Proof of Claim. Instructions are included on Proof of Claim forms.
The original text of court-approved forms cannot be modified, with certain exceptions (see LBR 9009-1).
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Each year the Court recognizes those who volunteer to assist self-represented parties.
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2022 Civics Contest
The U.S. District Court and U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California are pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Civics Contest.
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Central District Profile
The District Profile displays key demographic and economic data on the population that the Court serves. It also shows the District’s large volume of bankruptcy filings, as well as the many ways the Court stays connected to the community. Download PDF
2020 Annual Report
Community Outreach
Partnering with educational institutions, youth organizations, and government agencies to provide an understanding of the federal judiciary and help others learn more about the justice system.
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Self-Represented Litigants and the Court
The latest report on Self-Represented Litigants and the Court is now available on our Court publications page.
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Strategic Plan
The Court's Strategic Plan for 2020-2024 is now available for viewing.
Click here to view contents of the report.
Interactive Statistics
The Court provides online interactive access to case filing and closing statistics by chapter and location. Data is available from 2010 to present.
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Public Outreach
Self-help desks in each of our five divisions provide self-represented parties with access to pro bono legal services.
Questions? Chat Live!
The Court offers the opportunity to chat with customer service representatives, who can answer general questions about bankruptcy and direct you to rules and forms.
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Events and Deadlines
Bankruptcy cases have many procedures and time limits that must be met. To learn more about the requirements in a bankruptcy case click here.