United States Bankruptcy Court, District of Guam
About This Court
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Guam is a unit of the United States District Court for the District of Guam, operating within the Ninth Circuit. It has jurisdiction over all bankruptcy cases filed in Guam, a United States territory located in the western Pacific Ocean. The court applies federal bankruptcy law under Title 11 of the United States Code to cases filed by individual and business debtors in the territory.
As a single-district court serving a relatively small island territory, the court handles a modest caseload compared to mainland bankruptcy courts. Its geographic isolation in the Pacific and the territory's distinct economic conditions shape the nature of the cases that come before it.
Handles cases filed under the federal Bankruptcy Code within the jurisdiction of the District of Guam. Bankruptcy judges are appointed by the court of appeals for 14-year terms. Proceedings are governed by the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure.
Caseload
The court handles consumer and business bankruptcy cases arising from Guam's territorial economy, which is heavily influenced by tourism and military presence. Case volume is relatively low compared to mainland districts.
Bar Admission
Attorneys must be admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Guam to appear before the bankruptcy court. Local rules govern admission and practice requirements.
Clerk's Office
520 West Soledad Avenue, Hagatna, GU 96910
Local Rules
The Local Rules of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Guam, which supplement the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. See the court's official website for the authoritative text.
General Rules 55
Attorney Rules 2
Appellate Rules 1
| Rule | Title |
|---|---|
| 8001-1 | NOTICE OF APPEAL |