United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Ohio
About This Court
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Ohio is a unit of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio and operates within the Sixth Circuit. It has jurisdiction over bankruptcy cases filed by individuals, businesses, and other entities located within the northern portion of Ohio, handling matters under Title 11 of the United States Code across all chapters of bankruptcy.
The district covers the northeastern and northwestern regions of Ohio, encompassing major metropolitan areas including Cleveland, Akron, Toledo, and Youngstown. The court serves a geographically and economically diverse population, including significant industrial and commercial centers.
Bankruptcy judges in this district are appointed by the court of appeals for the Sixth Circuit for 14-year terms. The court maintains multiple divisional offices to serve the broad geographic area of the northern district.
Handles cases filed under the federal Bankruptcy Code within the jurisdiction of the Northern District of Ohio. Bankruptcy judges are appointed by the court of appeals for 14-year terms. Proceedings are governed by the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure.
Divisions
Eastern Division (Cleveland), Eastern Division (Akron), Eastern Division (Youngstown), Western Division (Toledo)
Caseload
The Northern District of Ohio Bankruptcy Court handles a substantial volume of consumer and business bankruptcy filings, reflecting the district's large population and industrial economic base. The court has historically seen significant Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 consumer filings, as well as notable Chapter 11 business reorganization cases.
Bar Admission
Attorneys must be admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio to appear in the bankruptcy court. Admission requires membership in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court or another state bar, along with compliance with the district's local rules.
Clerk's Office
Howard M. Metzenbaum U.S. Courthouse, 201 Superior Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114
(216) 615-4300
Local Rules
The Local Rules of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Ohio, which supplement the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. See the court's official website for the authoritative text.