Debtor FAQs
Where can I find an attorney?
If you wish to retain an attorney, call the Wisconsin Bar Association Lawyer Referrals: 800-362-9082
How can I pay a filing fee?
Payments can be made online or by cashier's check or money order. Payments made by check or money order should include the case number and the debtor's last name and be made payable to: “Clerk, U.S. Bankruptcy Court.” More information is available on our website.
How can I view a current or past bankruptcy case?
You can view your case online by signing up for a PACER account.
You can also use the public access computer in the Madison or Eau Claire courthouse. The clerk's office is open from 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM on Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Please note that there is a per page copy fee when printing from clerk's office computers.
You can call the Multi-Court Voice Case Information System (McVCIS) at 1-866-222-8029. This system allows you to dial into the court's database and receive basic case information free of charge.
How can I get the documents needed to file?
All bankruptcy forms are available electronically on the Court's website.
If you wish to file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy petition, you can use the Electronic Self-Representation (eSR) bankruptcy petition preparation system. More information is available on the Court's website.
How can I file bankruptcy documents?
You may either file documents in person at the Madison or Eau Claire courthouse, or you may mail them to us. We do not accept pleadings filed via e-mail or fax. Our mailing address is:
U.S. Bankruptcy Court
120 North Henry Street, Room 340
Madison, WI 53703
Where can I obtain a credit counseling or financial management certificate?
Please visit the U.S. Trustee Program's website for a list of approved credit counseling and debtor education providers.
Where can I find information to help me complete the means test?
Please visit the U.S. Trustee Program's website to obtain information needed to complete the means test.
How can I contact the trustee?
Your Notice of Bankruptcy Filing contains contact information for the case trustee. Please refer to this notice for Chapter 7 cases.
The contact information for the United States Trustee and Chapter 13 Trustee are included below.
Chapter 13 Trustee:
Standing Ch 12 and 13 Trustee
122 W Washington Avenue, Suite 500
Madison, WI 53703
Email: info@ch13wdw.org
Phone: 608-256-4320
United States Trustee:
Office of The United States Trustee
780 Regent Street, Suite 304
Madison, WI 53715
Phone: 608-264-5522
How do I remove inaccurate information from my credit report?
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How do I get a bankruptcy removed from the credit report?
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How do I satisfy or remove a judgment?
Satisfaction of judgments are handled in the state court where the judgment is recorded. Please contact the specific local/state Clerk of Court to inquire as to their procedures.
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How can I receive a copy of my discharge?
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Can I receive electronic notices?
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