United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Georgia
About This Court
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Georgia is a unit of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia, operating within the Eleventh Circuit. The court has jurisdiction over bankruptcy cases filed by individuals and businesses located within the Middle District of Georgia, which covers a broad swath of central and southwest Georgia including cities such as Macon, Albany, Athens, Columbus, and Valdosta.
The Middle District of Georgia encompasses 71 counties, making it a geographically large district with a varied economic base including agriculture, manufacturing, and military installations. The bankruptcy court hears cases arising under all chapters of the Bankruptcy Code, including Chapter 7 liquidations, Chapter 11 reorganizations, and Chapter 13 individual debt adjustment cases.
Handles cases filed under the federal Bankruptcy Code within the jurisdiction of the Middle District of Georgia. Bankruptcy judges are appointed by the court of appeals for 14-year terms. Proceedings are governed by the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure.
Divisions
Albany Division (Albany), Athens Division (Athens), Columbus Division (Columbus), Macon Division (Macon), Valdosta Division (Valdosta)
Caseload
The court handles a substantial volume of consumer bankruptcy filings, particularly Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases, reflecting the economic demographics of central and southwest Georgia. Chapter 11 business reorganization cases, including those involving agricultural enterprises, are also filed in this district.
Bar Admission
Attorneys must be admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia to appear in the bankruptcy court. Admission to the Middle District bar requires membership in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
Clerk's Office
433 Cherry Street, Macon, GA 31201
(478) 752-3506
Local Rules
13 local rules extracted from this court's published rules. See the court's official website for the authoritative text.