United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
About This Court
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina is a unit of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, operating within the Fourth Circuit. The court has jurisdiction over bankruptcy cases filed by individuals, businesses, and other entities located within the Eastern District of North Carolina, which encompasses a large geographic area covering roughly the eastern third of the state, including major population centers such as Raleigh, Wilmington, and Greenville.
The Eastern District of North Carolina is one of the larger bankruptcy districts in the Fourth Circuit, handling a significant volume of consumer and business bankruptcy cases. The district's economy includes agriculture, coastal industries, military installations, and a growing technology and research sector in the Research Triangle area, which contributes to a diverse mix of bankruptcy filings.
Handles cases filed under the federal Bankruptcy Code within the jurisdiction of the Eastern District of North Carolina. Bankruptcy judges are appointed by the court of appeals for 14-year terms. Proceedings are governed by the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure.
Divisions
Raleigh Division (Raleigh), Wilson Division (Wilson), Wilmington Division (Wilmington), New Bern Division (New Bern)
Caseload
The court handles a high volume of Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11 cases, reflecting the district's large rural and suburban population as well as its business communities. Consumer bankruptcy filings represent a significant portion of the court's docket.
Bar Admission
Attorneys must be admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina in order to appear before the bankruptcy court. Admission to the North Carolina State Bar is generally a prerequisite.
Clerk's Office
300 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 856-4752
Local Rules
The Local Rules of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, which supplement the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. See the court's official website for the authoritative text.