United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
About This Court
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin is a unit of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, operating within the Seventh Circuit. The court has jurisdiction over bankruptcy cases filed by individuals and businesses located in the eastern portion of Wisconsin, including the Milwaukee metropolitan area and surrounding counties.
The Eastern District of Wisconsin is one of two federal judicial districts in Wisconsin, the other being the Western District. The court administers cases under all chapters of the United States Bankruptcy Code, including Chapter 7 liquidations, Chapter 11 reorganizations, and Chapter 13 wage earner plans.
Handles cases filed under the federal Bankruptcy Code within the jurisdiction of the Eastern District of Wisconsin. 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 a significant volume of consumer bankruptcy filings, particularly Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases, reflecting the population concentration in the Milwaukee area. Business reorganization cases under Chapter 11 are also a component of the court's docket.
Bar Admission
Attorneys must be admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin to appear in the bankruptcy court. Electronic filing registration through CM/ECF is required for attorneys.
Clerk's Office
517 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 297-3291
Local Rules
The Local Rules of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, which supplement the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. See the court's official website for the authoritative text.