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FAQs

Fees/Copies

  1. How much does it cost to have a document Certified?

    The copy cost of the document you wishes certified $.10 per page and $11.00 for each certification.

    Fee Schedule

  2. Is there an installment plan available for the filing fee?

    The Bankruptcy system allows one to pay the filing fee in installments. The information is available here.

    The filing fee must be paid in four equal installment payments.  The first installment is to be paid within the 30 days, and at least half of the filing fee must be paid within 60 days of the filing of the petition. The final installment must be paid within 120 days after the filing of the petition.

  3. What if a case I am interested in has been sent to the Archives?

    To retrieve copies of documents from the National Archives and Records Administration, you must obtain the (1) accession number, (2) location, and (3) box number from the Clerk's Office. You then submit an Archive Request Form, which may be downloaded from the National Archives website at:

     https://www.archives.gov/frc

  4. What is the filing fee?

    View Fee Schedule

    Filing Fee Refund Application

  5. What methods of payment must be used?

    For complete information please select the link below.
    Methods of Payment

  6. Where can I get the Forms needed to File bankruptcy?

    The forms are available at the Bankruptcy Court, the Courts website, or from a local stationery store.

Attorney

  1. Can a locator's attorney who is not licensed to practice in Illinois file a motion to withdraw unclaimed funds?

    Yes, a locator’s attorney who is not licensed to practice in Illinois can only file a motion for withdrawal of Unclaimed Funds with our court by mailing in paper documents.  Attorneys licensed to practice in Illinois can register to become an e-filer and upon completion of e-filing process file electronically.

    Instructions for Unclaimed Funds

  2. Can I use one of the attorneys passwords in my office to file electronically?

    To file documents in Bankruptcy Cases, an attorney or non-attorney bankruptcy trustee must obtain a login and password for electronic filing and viewing of documents in the System.

    A password may only be used by the Registrant to whom it is issued and by individuals authorized by the Registrant. A Registrant is responsible for all applicable charges associated with the use of the Registrant’s password. Any documents filed using the password will be deemed authorized and signed by the Registrant. (See Administrative Procedures for the Case Management/Electronic Case filing System amended 3/20/07)

  3. How can e-filer track credit card payment information without calling the court?

    Enter each individual attorneys login and password in CM/ECF:
     
     See procedure:
     
    https://tdi.ilnb.uscourts.gov/madcap/content/utilities_events/internet_payment_history.htm

  4. How can I research credit card history for my law office?

    Enter each individual attorneys login and password in CM/ECF:
    See procedure
    https://tdi.ilnb.uscourts.gov/madcap/content/utilities_events/internet_payment_history.htm

  5. How do I change my address? (Attorney)

    See procedures:

    https://tdi.ilnb.uscourts.gov/madcap/Default.htm#utilities_events/maintain_your_ecf_account.htm

  6. How do I correct a motion set for the wrong date or time?

    File an Amended Notice of Motion and relate it back to the original motion.  DO NOT file the entire motion again. Choose the event Amended Notice of Motion. 

    See procedure:

    https://tdi.ilnb.uscourts.gov/madcap/content/notice_events/amended_notice_of_motion_or_hearing.htm

  7. How do I get admitted to practice in the Bankruptcy Court?

    You must be admitted to the General Bar for the Northern District of Illinois.  See the District Court website for more information:

    https://www.ilnd.uscourts.gov/AttorneyInfo.aspx.

  8. What is the procedure to appear pro hac vice?

    Pursuant to Local Rule 83.14, an attorney who is not a member of the General Bar of the Northern District of Illinois may appear in a case only upon being granted leave to appear pro hac vice. A petition for admission under Rule 83.14 is made on a form approved by the Executive Committee. Such admission also requires the payment of a fee established by the Court. 

    See website:

    https://www.ilnd.uscourts.gov/ApplyPHV.aspx

  9. Who should E-filers representing the U. S. Government call to get a fee cleared because ECF is requesting payment?

    Contact Fiscal Department at 312-435-5622

Creditor

  1. Am I required to attend the meeting of creditors?

    Debtor is required to attend the meeting of creditors. As a creditor you are not required, but may choose to attend to ask questions. For further assistance please seek legal advice.

  2. At the time of filing my claim, I do not know the amount that is due. How do I enter "Unknown" in the amount for the claim?

    In the amount box, enter: 0.00. Attach documentation to the claim explaining the reason that the 0.00 was entered. The amount on the B10 that is produced will state "See Attachments". Once you know the amount of the claim, file an amended claim.

  3. Can I file an electronic proof of claim in any chapter case?

    Yes. The Northern District of Illinois Bankruptcy Court began accepting electronic claims in all cases effective February 9, 2015.

  4. Can I get a file-stamped acknowledgment of the Proof of Claim?

    Yes. The Court’s claim number will display with a link to the electronically file-stamped proof
    of claim upon submitting the proof of claim. The claim will be file stamped as of the entry
    date. It is recommended that the claim be printed or saved at this time.

  5. Can I include a separate mailing address for payments?

    Yes. Check the box indicating that the Payment Address is different from the Notice Address.
    An additional address field will appear for this alternate address for payments.

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