Official Procedure Last Change October 8, 2015
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Agreed Entry Modifying Plan Post-Confirmation Things to be aware of when filing: Any pending Trustee's Motion to Dismiss must be withdrawn before using this event. |
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1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Agreed Entry Modifying Plan Post-Confirmation from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next to continue.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change August 31, 2009
Certificate of Service re: Notice of Trustee's Final Report and Applications for Compensation
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 7 - Final Report Notice Certificate of Service |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
The Final Report and Notice of Final Report must be filed using the Uniform Final Reports available on the US Trustee's web site.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 7 - Final Report Notice Certificate of Service from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 8, 2016
Chapter 13 Trustee Annual Report
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Annual Report - Chapter 13 Trustees |
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General Information
This event is used by Chapter 13 trustees only, to file their annual reports on bankruptcy cases. Trustees can also file these reports using batch filing.
Filing Requirements
The document must be signed by the filing party.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Annual Report - Chapter 13 Trustees from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change March 18, 2013
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 13 - Final Report and Account |
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The Final Report must be filed using the standard forms available on the US Trustee's web site.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 13 - Final Report and Account from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Joint cases only: Select parties for whom the Final Report applies from the drop-down box and click Next.
9. Click Next.
10. Click Next.
Note: Do not select Amended from the drop down box. If you are attempting to file an amended report, return to Step 2 but choose Ch 13 - Final Report and Account (Amended) from the list.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change December 1, 2009
Chapter 13 Trustee’s Notice of Failure to Abide by Settlement
(New Albany division only)
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Notice of Failure to Abide by Settlement |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
A PDF document is not required to be uploaded, but can be if desired.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Notice of Failure to Abide by Settlement from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Indicate whether or not you have a PDF to attach, and click Next.
8. If you indicated that you have a PDF, browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
9. Select the appropriate docket entry to which the Notice of Failure to Comply relates then click Next.
10. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change July 13, 2009
(New Albany division only)
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Notice of No Contact Things to be aware of when filing: This event is only used when the debtor(s) has failed to make contact after receiving a Notice of Consultation Requirement. |
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1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Notice of No Contact from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. If there is more than one objection on the docket, a list of these is displayed. Select the objection to which the Notice of No Contact relates then click Next. (If there is only one objection on the docket, the system automatically selects it without displaying any docket entries.)
8. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change December 1, 2009
(New Albany division only)
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Report of Settlement Things to be aware of when filing: This event is usually used when the debtor(s) and trustee have reached a settlement after issuance of a Notice of Consultation Requirement. |
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1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Report of Settlement from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. If there is more than one objection on the docket, a list of these is displayed. Select the objection to which the Report of Settlement relates then click Next. (If there is only one objection on the docket, the system automatically selects it without displaying any docket entries.)
8. Enter terms of settlement and click Next.
Note: Give a brief description of the agreement e.g. Debtor to become current with 30 days or Debtor to file amended plan within 30 days.
9. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change November 17, 2017
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 7 - Interim Financial Report Things to be aware of when filing: The report must be signed. |
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The Chapter 7 Trustee files an interim financial report every 12 months on chapter 7 asset cases until the final report is filed. The report states what assets have been abandoned, reduced to cash, or have yet to be acted upon. It also gives an estimated date of completion of the case.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 7 - Interim Financial Report from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Enter the period ending date and click Next.
9. Select appropriate radio button and click Next.
10. If filing an amended report, select Amended from the drop down box. Click Next.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change March 2, 2021
Chapter 7 Trustee's Withdrawal of Report of No Distribution
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 7 - Withdrawal of Report of No Distribution Things to be aware of when filing: The uploaded pdf should not be titled as a motion (i.e. Motion to Withdraw Document). |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 7 - Withdrawal of Report of No Distribution from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select the Report of No Distribution you wish to withdraw and click Next.
9. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 21, 2014
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > CH 7 - Final Account, Certification of Full Administration, and Application for Discharge Things to be aware of when filing: The Final Account must be filed using the standard form available on the US Trustee's web site. |
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The Final Account must be filed using the standard forms available on the US Trustee's web site.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select CH 7 - Final Account, Certification of Full Administration, and Application for Discharge from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Click Next.
9. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change June 20, 2014
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 7 - Final Report Things to be aware of when filing: Only the US Trustee may file using this event. |
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The Final Report and Notice of Final Report must be filed using the standard forms available on the US Trustee's web site.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 7 - Final Report from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select correct case trustee from the drop-down box and click Next.
9. Select appropriate radio button and click Next.
10. If filing an amended report, select Amended from the drop down box. Click Next.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 1, 2016
Consultation Requirement Notice
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Consultation Requirement Notice Things to be aware of when filing: This event is only for use by the Chapter 13 Trustee in the New Albany division. |
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General Information
This event is used by the Chapter 13 trustee only for cases in the New Albany division where the debtor has filed an objection to Trustee's Motion to Dismiss.
Filing Requirements
A Certificate of Service must be included, showing service of the Notice on the debtor.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Consultation Requirement Notice from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select the Objection or Response to which the Notice refers and click Next.
9. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change June 3, 2022
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Extend Time to File Complaint to Deby Discharge/Motion Objecting to Discharge, Motion to |
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1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select "Extend Time to File Complaint to Deny Discharge/Motion Objecting to Discharge, Motion to" from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 8, 2011
Motion to Extend Time to File Motion to Dismiss (707)/Delay Discharge
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Extend Time to File Motion to Dismiss (707)/Delay Discharge |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Extend Time to File Motion to Dismiss (707)/Delay Discharge from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change January 25, 2022
How to file:Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 13 - Plan Confirmation Notice |
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After the Court has entered an order confirming a plan, the Chapter 13 Trustee shall distribute notice of confirmation as required by Fed.R.Bankr.P. 2002(f)(7) and file a Certificate of Service.
The Notice with Certificate of Service must be signed by the Trustee.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 13 - Plan Confirmation Notice from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change December 1, 2023
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > 341 Meeting Continued Things to be aware of when filing: Only the trustee can file the Notice, although he/she may ask the attorney for debtor to distribute the Notice and file a certificate of service. |
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The court sets the date and time for the first meeting of creditors. The trustee is responsible for ensuring that parties are sent notices of any continuances of the meeting.
Only the trustee can file the Notice of Continued Meeting, but the corresponding Certificate of Service may be filed by the attorney for debtor. This applies in cases where the trustee asks the debtor's attorney to distribute the Notice once it has been filed.
This event is also available on the trustee's batch menu. See separate procedure on batch filing.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select 341 Meeting Continued from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file).
8. Enter date, time and location, then select the 341 Notice that is being continued. Click Next.
9. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change June 3, 2022
How to file:Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Notice of Plan Completion Things to be aware of when filing: Any deferred fees that are still owed on the case must be paid before filing of the Notice of Plan Completion. |
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See information on deceased debtors
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Notice of Plan Completion from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change January 2, 2019
Notice of Trustee's Amended Proposed Distribution
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Proposed Distribution, Notice of Trustee's Amended |
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General Information
This event is used by the Chapter 7 Trustee if the proposed distribution as shown in the previously filed Final Report needs to be amended.
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Proposed Distribution, Notice of Trustee's Amended from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change December 1, 2009
Notice of Trustee's Final Report and Applications for Compensation
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 7 - Final Report Notice |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
The Final Report and Notice of Final Report must be filed using the Uniform Final Reports available on the US Trustee's web site.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 7 - Final Report Notice from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). If filing the Certificate of Service along with the Notice, select the Yes radio button under Attachments to Document. Click Next.
8. If there is already a Notice of Final Report on file, check the Yes radio button if you are attempting to file an Amended Notice, else check No. Click Next.
9. Ensure that the box next to the correct Final Report to which the Notice relates is checked (or the previous Notice of Final Report if you indicated that you are now filing an amendment to same), then click Next.
10. If you added the Certificate of Service as an attachment in Step 8 above, check the Certificate of Service is attached to this event radio button. If you will be filing the Certificate of Service separately, check the Certificate of Service will be filed separately radio button.
11. The objection deadline is calculated and displayed. Click Next.
12. Click Next.
13. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change April 9, 2020
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The following fees may have been originally deferred when filed by the Trustee:
In addition, the Trustee may have been directed by the Court to pay the Petition Filing Fee or balance thereof on a chapter 7 asset case.
Note: See separate procedure for depositing unclaimed dividends.
Note: To pay an installment fee,the fee should be set up in CM/ECF by the Trustee instead of contacting the case administrator. View instructions on how to do this
For further information, see the Electronic Payment Guide.
Official Procedure Last Change December 9, 2021
How to file:Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 11 Subchapter V - Trustee's Final Report and Account |
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The Subchapter V Trustee prepares their Final Report in cases confirmed under 11 U.S.C. §1191(b) only, once all payments completed under the plan have been made, then submits it to the US Trustee. The US Trustee reviews the Report, then files it with the Court, following which the debtor or the entity administering the confirmed plan (who can be the Subchapter V Trustee) must file the Notice of Completion of 1192 Payments.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 11 Subchapter V - Trustee's Final Report and Account from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Click to highlight U. S. Trustee and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select the Subchapter V Trustee assigned to the case and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change October 31, 2016
Trustee 341 Meeting Minutes - Initial Report
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General Information
Step-by-Step Instructions
To file according to 341 Hearing Date:
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee’s 341 Filings.
3. Enter the date of 341 meeting and click Next.
4. In the grid that appears, select the appropriate radio button for each case. If more fields appear as you click on a radio button, fill in the required information. When done, click Submit.
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
To Batch File:
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee's Batch Filings.
2. Enter case numbers (in the format xx-xxxxx). When all have been entered, click Next.
Note: Cases can only be entered that are going to use the same event, and therefore will have the same docket text.
3. Select the event to be docketed to all cases input in step 2. Which events can be batch filed?
4. Click Next.
5. Select the Party and click Next.
Note: If your name does not appear on this screen, it indicates that you are not the assigned Trustee on one or more of the cases listed above. Click the Back button on your browser to edit list of cases and go back to Step 3 above.
6. Verify the final docket text. This is the text that will used for all the case numbers you entered. If correct, click Next.
7. Click the Next button when that button appears (even if the Processing {case number}... message is still visible)
8. The results of docketing are displayed.
Official Procedure Last Change August 4, 2022
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Trustee Services Rendered Pursuant to Section 330(e) |
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No PDF is required to be attached.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Trustee Services Rendered Pursuant to Section 330(e) from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. Click Next. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Click Next.
8. Select the appropriate radio button. Click Next
9. Select the entry that matches the reason for filing the certification. Click Next.
10. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change September 1, 2021
Official Procedure Last Change August 11, 2021
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Deposit of Unclaimed Dividends, Notice of - Amended Things to be aware of when filing: This event should only be used when amending a Notice of Deposit of Unclaimed Dividends after funds have been deposited with the court. |
An amended notice should be filed to correct the creditor name and/or creditor address listed on a previously filed notice of deposit.
If the deposit amount for a payee exceeded the amount on hand for that payee, a motion for refund must be filed. If the deposit amount for a payee was less than the amount on hand then another Notice of Deposit of Unclaimed Dividends (not an amended notice) showing the difference in the two amounts must be filed.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Deposit of Unclaimed Dividends, Notice of - Amended from the event list and click Next.
5. Click Next. Or, if jointly filing with another attorney, check box and click Next.
6. Click to highlght party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the pdf file. Click Next.
8. Ensure the check box next to the Trustee's Notice of Deposit of Unclaimed Dividends is marked. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document.
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change October 19, 2015
Trustee's Notice of Abandonment
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Notice of Abandonment with Certificate of Service |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Notice of Abandonment with Certificate of Service from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file).
8. Objection due date is calculated and displayed. Click Next.
9. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 7, 2024
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Deposit of Unclaimed Dividends |
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It is not necessary to prepare a PDF document. The instructions below automatically generate one which is added to the docket.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Deposit of Unclaimed Dividends:
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Click to select the creditor from the list. If the creditor is not listed, click the Add Creditor link, enter the name and address of the creditor and click Next
then Submit.
5. Enter the unclaimed amount for the creditor and click Next.
6. Verify that the correct creditor and amount are shown. If incorrect:
- If the creditor name is incorrect, click Delete to remove it, then click the Add or Edit Creditors button to start over:
7. If you wish to add further unclaimed dividends for other creditors on the same case:
8. Once all creditors and amounts have been entered and verified, click File Notice of Deposit of Unclaimed Dividends, then click Next to complete the filing:
9. Click Pay Now to be taken to pay.gov. Note that all payments submitted on the case should be paid in one payment, via ACH:
10. Select all fees and click Next:
11. Select Enter an ACH account and fill in the account details, then click Next:
12. Enter your email address in both fields to obtain a receipt for the payment. Check the box as shown and click Submit to complete your payment:
13. A confirmation screen is displayed:
Official Procedure Last Change February 9, 2022
How to file:Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Proposed Distribution - Escrow Surplus, Notice of |
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This event is used by Chapter 13 trustees only, to inform the debtor and claimants as to how escrow funds returned to the trustee will be distributed. The Notice of Proposed Distribution must provide 30 days for the debtor and claimants to object to the proposed distribution. If no objection is filed, the trustee may distribute the funds as proposed.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Proposed Distribution - Escrow Surplus, Notice of from the event list and click Next.
5. Select the Trustee as filing party and click Next.
6. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
7. Select the Order Confirming Plan to which the Notice relates and click Next.
8. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change October 12, 2012
Trustee's Notice of Returned Mail
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Returned Mail Notice, Trustee's |
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General Information
This event is used to allow the trustee to notify the debtor's attorney when mail for a creditor was returned, for instance, after mailing out copies of a Chapter 13 plan.
No PDF is required - the information is contained in the docket text, which is sent via electronic notification to all electronic filers on the case.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Returned Mail Notice from the event list and click Next.
5. Click Next at the blank screen.
6. Do not select any additional attorneys. Click Next.
7. Select Trustee as the filing party and click Next.
8. Enter name of creditor to whom the returned mail was addressed. The creditor's address can also be entered if desired, for example, if there is more than one address for that creditor on the case. Click Next.
9. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit.
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change August 11, 2021
Trustee's Report of Possible Assets (with or without abandonment)
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Report of Possible Assets (with or without Abandonment) |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF. (You must log on as Trustee)
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Report of Possible Assets (with or without Abandonment) from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. If filing on a joint case, select which debtor(s) the Report of Possible Assets refers to and click Next.
9. Select appropriate radio button and click Next.
10. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 5, 2018
Trustee's Report of Surplus Funds
This event should no longer be used if surplus funds are available for distribution. Trustees should contact the US Trustee for direction regarding this situation.
Official Procedure Last Change December 7, 2010
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Report on Claims |
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1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Report on Claims from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select prefix text, if applicable, and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change April 24, 2017
Trustee's Report to Court (Favorable/Unfavorable)
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 12/13 - Report to Court (Favorable/Unfavorable) |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 12/13 - Report to Court (Favorable/Unfavorable) from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select the appropriate radio button to indicate the nature of the report and click Next.
9. Select the document to which the report relates and click Next.
10. Enter additional text, if desired, and/or select prefix text and click Next.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change April 24, 2017
Trustee's Report to Court (Generic)
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Ch 12/13 - Report to Court (generic) |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Ch 12/13 - Report to Court (generic) from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Enter additional text, if desired, and/or select prefix text and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change July 21, 2021
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's 341 Meeting Held/Not Held |
This event is used by the US Trustee to file the minutes of a Chapter 11 § 341(a) meeting.
The document must be signed by the US Trustee or their attorney.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's 341 Meeting Held/Not Held from the event list and click Next.
5. Click Next.
6. Select the U.S. Trustee and Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select the appropriate radio button and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 6, 2012
U. S. Trustee's Amended Statement of Presumed Abuse
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Amended Statement (10 day) |
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General Information
If the US Trustee previously filed a statement indicating that a case is considered to be an abuse but later wishes to correct that statement, the US Trustee will file an Amended Statement. This effectively withdraws their previous statement of abuse.
Note that this is different from the situation where the US Trustee still believes there is abuse but decides that no action is required. In such an instance, they can file either a Statement of Declination (which does not require a PDF to be attached), or a USTR's Statement of Non-Filing of Motion to Dismiss or Convert if they wish to attach a PDF.
Filing Requirements
No PDF is required to be attached.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Amended Statement (10 day) from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Click Next.
8. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 3, 2016
U. S. Trustee's Motion to Approve Appointment of Chapter 11 Trustee or Examiner
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Motion to Approve Appointment of Trustee/Examiner Pursuant to Sec.1104(d) Things to be aware of when filing: This motion may only be filed if the court has |
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General Information
Once the court has granted a Motion to Appoint Chapter 11 Trustee, the US Trustee will select a proposed trustee and file a Motion to Approve Appointment of Trustee.
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Motion to Approve Appointment of Trustee/Examiner Pursuant to Sec. 1104(d) from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select the Order Granting Motion to Appoint Trustee to which this filing relates and click Next.
9. Select appropriate radio button and enter name of trustee/examiner to be appointed and click Next.
10. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 6, 2012
U. S. Trustee's Notice of Appointment of Ombudsman
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Notice of Appointment of Ombudsman |
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General Information
This event is used by the US Trustee to report the appointment of a health care ombudsman or consumer privacy ombudsman.
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Notice of Appointment of Ombudsman from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select radio button to indicate whether you are filing a notice of appointment of health care ombudsman or of consumer privacy ombudsman. Enter the name of the ombudsman, then click Next.
9. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change July 21, 2021
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Notice of Appointment of Trustee in Chapter 11 Subchapter V Case |
This event is used by the US Trustee to report the appointment of the trustee in a Chapter 11Subchapter V case.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Notice of Appointment of Trustee in Chapter 11 Subchapter V Case from the event list and click Next.
5. Click Next.
6. If an additional attorney is also filing the document, select that attorney Click Next.
7. Select U.S. Trustee and click Next
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
8. Select the assigned Subchapter V trustee from the list and click Next.
9. Browse to select the Notice (pdf file). Click Next.
10. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change January 9, 2017
U. S. Trustee's Notice of Ineligibility for Discharge
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Notice of Ineligibility for Discharge |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Notice of Ineligibility for Discharge from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Joint cases only: Select which of the debtors are ineligible for discharge and click Next.
9. Enter additional text, if desired, and click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change March 10, 2020
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Creditors' Committee - Notice of Addition/Resignation of Member |
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This event is used by the US Trustee to report the addition or resignation of a member from the Unsecured Creditors Committee on a Chapter 11 case.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Creditors' Committee - Notice of Addition/Resignation of Member from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. SelectU.S. Trustee and click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select the appropriate radio button to indicate whether the member is resigning from or being added to the creditors committee and click Next.
9. Enter the name of the member who is resigning or being added and click Next.
10. Enter additional text, if desired, and click Next.
11. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change January 24, 2014
U. S. Trustee's Notice of Revocation of Appointment of Trustee
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Notice of Revocation of Appointment of Trustee |
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General Information
If for any reason the trustee appointed to a particular case is unable to serve in that capacity (for example, a conflict of interest exists), the US Trustee will file a Notice of Revocation of Appointment of Trustee. The court will then appoint a successor trustee, reset the 341 meeting if such has not already been held, and advise all creditors.
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Notice of Revocation of Appointment of Trustee from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select radio button to indicate whether you are filing a notice of conflict or notice of resignation then click Next.
9. Enter additional text, if desired, and click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change November 13, 2017
U. S. Trustee's Statement of Declination
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Statement of Declination |
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General Information
This statement is used when the US Trustee previously filed a statement indicating that a case is considered to be an abuse but decides that no action is required.
Note that this is different from the situation where the US Trustee previously filed a statement indicating that a case is considered to be an abuse but later wishes to correct that statement. In such an instance, the US Trustee will file an Amended Statement, which effectively withdraws their previous statement of abuse.
A Statement of Declination does not require a PDF to be attached. If the US Trustee wishes to attach an explanatory PDF, the USTR's Statement of Non-Filing of Motion to Dismiss or Convert is used instead.
Filing Requirements
No PDF is required to be attached.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Statement of Declination from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Click Next.
8. Enter reasons for declination in the text box and click Next.
9. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 6, 2012
U. S. Trustee's Statement of No Means Testing Documents Filed
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Statement of No Means Testing Documents Filed |
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General Information
The US Trustee has 10 days after the date of the first meeting of creditors to file a statement as to whether the case should be considered an abuse.
This event is used if the US Trustee is unable to make that determination before the deadline due to failure of the debtor to file the necessary documentation.
Filing Requirements
No PDF is required to be attached.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Statement of No Means Testing Documents Filed from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Click Next.
8. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change December 29, 2016
U. S. Trustee's Statement of No Presumed Abuse (Presumption Previously Filed)
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Statement of No Presumed Abuse (Presumption Previously Filed) |
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General Information
The US Trustee has 10 days after the date of the first meeting of creditors to file a statement as to whether the case should be considered an abuse. If so, the US Trustee will file a Statement of Presumed Abuse.
If the US Trustee later decides that the case should not be considered an abuse, this statement will be filed.
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Statement of No Presumed Abuse (Presumption Previously Filed) from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Enter additional text, if desired, and click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change December 29, 2016
U. S. Trustee's Statement of No Presumed Abuse
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Statement of No Presumed Abuse |
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General Information
The US Trustee has 10 days after the date of the first meeting of creditors to file a statement as to whether the case should be considered an abuse. If so, the US Trustee will file a Statement of Presumed Abuse. Otherwise, this event is used.
Filing Requirements
No PDF is required to be attached.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Statement of No Presumed Abuse from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Click Next.
8. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change February 6, 2012
U. S. Trustee's Statement of Non-Filing of Motion to Dismiss or Convert
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Statement of Non-Filing of Motion to Dismiss or Convert |
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General Information
The US Trustee uses this event when presumption of abuse arose in a bankruptcy case, but now the US Trustee has decided, after investigation, not to move for the dismissal or conversion of the case. The US Trustee has 30 days to file this statement following the filing of a Statement of Presumed Abuse.
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Statement of Non-Filing of Motion to Dismiss or Convert from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. Select the Statement of Presumed Abuse to which this filing relates and click Next.
9. Enter additional text, if desired, and click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change December 29, 2016
U. S. Trustee's Statement of Presumed Abuse
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Statement of Presumed Abuse |
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General Information
The US Trustee has 10 days after the date of the first meeting of creditors to file a statement as to whether the case should be considered an abuse.
The debtor can then file a Debtor's Special Circumstances/Rebuttal of Presumption of Abuse if they feel that their circumstances warrant special consideration, for instance, a serious medical condition or a call or order to active service in the Armed Forces.
Filing Requirements
No PDF is required to be attached.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Statement of Presumed Abuse from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Click Next.
8. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change December 29, 2016
U. S. Trustee's Statement of Presumed Abuse Subject to Further Discovery
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > U.S. Trustee's Statement of Presumed Abuse Subject to Further Discovery |
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General Information
The US Trustee has 10 days after the date of the first meeting of creditors to file a statement as to whether the case should be considered an abuse.
The debtor can then file a Debtor's Special Circumstances/Rebuttal of Presumption of Abuse if they feel that their circumstances warrant special consideration, for instance, a serious medical condition or a call or order to active service in the Armed Forces.
Filing Requirements
No PDF is required to be attached.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select U.S. Trustee's Statement of Presumed Abuse Subject to Further Discovery from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Click Next.
8. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change July 26, 2010
Unsecured Creditors' Committee - Notice of Appointment
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Creditors' Committee - Notice of Appointment |
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General Information
Filing Requirements
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Creditors' Committee - Notice of Appointment from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Browse to select the document to be filed (pdf file). Click Next.
8. If filing an amended notice, select Amended from the drop down box. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
Official Procedure Last Change January 14, 2014
Withdrawal of Motion to Dismiss or Objection to Chapter 13 Plan
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Withdraw Motion to Dismiss or Objection to Plan (Ch 13 only) Things to be aware of when filing: This event is only available for Chapter 13 trustees wishing to withdraw their Motion to Dismiss or Objection to Plan without the need to upload a PDF. See separate instructions for filing a withdrawal in any other circumstance. |
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General Information
The US Trustee has 10 days after the date of the first meeting of creditors to file a statement as to whether the case should be considered an abuse.
The debtor can then file a Debtor's Special Circumstances/Rebuttal of Presumption of Abuse if they feel that their circumstances warrant special consideration, for instance, a serious medical condition or a call or order to active service in the Armed Forces.
Filing Requirements
No PDF is required to be attached.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Withdraw Motion to Dismiss or Objection to Plan (Ch 13 only) from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney, click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party. Click Next.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Select the document you wish to withdraw and click Next. (Note: Only motions to dismiss and objections to plan that you have filed on the case are displayed. To withdraw any other document, see separate instructions.)
8. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.
How to file: Location of event: Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee > Withdrawal of Trustee Services Rendered |
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No PDF is required to be attached.
1. Log into CM/ECF.
2. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee.
3. Enter case number (in the format xx-xxxxx) and click Next.
4. Select Withdrawal of Trustee Services Rendered from the event list and click Next.
5. Check box if jointly filing with another attorney. Click Next. If jointly filing, select additional attorneys, click Next.
6. Select the party filer. Click Next. If the party is not listed, or cannot be selected, view instructions on adding a new party.
Note: The "Attorney/Party Association” screen may appear. If your party selection was correct, check the box to create an association and click Next.
7. Select the entry to which the withdrawal related. Click Next.
8. Enter the reason for the withdrawal. Click Next
9. Final docket text is displayed. Click Next.
10. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click Next to submit your document(s).
Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately e-mailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case.