Understanding Indiana’s Bankruptcy Courts: A Comprehensive Guide
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Indiana is divided into the Southern and Northern Districts, which handle all federal bankruptcy filings, whether you’re pursuing Chapter 7 liquidation, Chapter 13 repayment, also known as a reorganization.
These courts operate under federal law, but the outcomes can be shaped by Indiana-specific exemptions and local procedural rules. Whether you’re a debtor, creditor, or legal professional, knowing where to file, how cases are processed, and what to expect from your district can make all the difference in guiding a successful bankruptcy journey.
On this page, you will find important court information regarding the Bankruptcy Court in Indiana, as well as links to the Indiana bankruptcy trustees.
Northern District of Indiana
Court Locations
South Bend
401 South Michigan Street
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 968-2265
Hours: Mon – Fri, 9am – 4pm ET
Fort Wayne
1300 South Harrison Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802-3435
(574) 968-2265
Hours: Mon – Fri, 9a – 4p ET
Hammond
5400 Federal Plaza
Hammond, IN 46320
(574) 968-2265
Hours: Mon – Fri, 9am – 4pm CT
United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Indiana
E. Ross Adair Federal Building and Federal Courthouse
Lafayette
1300 South Harrison Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802-3435
WARNING: Documents should no longer be mailed or delivered to the Lafayette courthouse but should be delivered to the Fort Wayne office.
Southern District of Indiana
Evansville Location:
352 Federal Building
101 NW Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Rm 352
Evansville, IN 47708
Counties Served in Evansville:
Daviess, Dubois, Gibson, Martin, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh and Warrick.
Indianapolis Location:
116 U.S. Courthouse
46 E Ohio St Rm 116
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Counties Served in Indianapolis:
Bartholomew, Boone, Brown, Clinton, Decatur, Delaware, Fayette, Fountain, Franklin, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Henry, Howard, Johnson, Madison, Marion, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Randolph, Rush, Shelby, Tipton, Union, and Wayne.
New Albany Location:
110 U.S. Courthouse
121 W Spring St Rm 110
New Albany, IN 47150
Counties Served in New Albany:
Clark, Crawford, Dearborn, Floyd, Harrison, Jackson, Jefferson, Jennings, Lawrence, Ohio, Orange, Ripley, Scott, Switzerland and Washington.
921 Ohio Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807
*** Not Staffed ***
Counties Served in Terre Haute:
Clay, Greene, Knox, Owen, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion and Vigo.
Chief Judge Jeffrey J. Graham
Indianapolis Division and Terre Haute Division
Chambers: Room 317
Courtroom: 311
Phone: (317) 229-3870
Law Clerk:
Katherine Elmer (KLE)
(317) 229-3873
Katherine_Elmer@insb.uscourts.gov
Judicial Assistant:
Heather Heiser-Davis (HHD)
(317) 229-3809
Heather_Heiser-Davis@insb.uscourts.gov
Courtroom Deputy:
Brian Bernhardt (BKB)
(317) 229-3819
Brian_Bernhardt@insb.uscourts.gov
All Adversary Proceedings:
Heather Heiser-Davis (HHD)
(317) 229-3809
Heather_Heiser-Davis@insb.uscourts.gov
Judge James M. Carr
Indianapolis Division
Chambers: Room 322
Courtroom: 325
Phone: (317) 229-3860
Career Law Clerk:
Suzette Bewley (SEB)
(317) 229-3862
Suzette_Bewley@insb.uscourts.gov
Term Law Clerk:
Edward Jeong (EJ)
(317) 229-3861
Edward_Jeong@insb.uscourts.gov
Courtroom Deputy:
Heather Butler (HMB)
(317) 229-3833
Heather_Butler@insb.uscourts.gov
Judge Andrea K. McCord
Evansville Division
Chambers: Room 368
Courtroom: 359
Phone: (812) 434-6490
Judicial Assistant:
Maggie Twigg
(812) 434-6492
Maggie_Twigg@insb.uscourts.gov
Courtroom Deputy:
Jennifer Hobgood (JLH)
(812) 434-6475
Jennifer_Hobgood@insb.uscourts.gov
All Adversary Proceedings:
Maggie Twigg
(812) 434-6492
Maggie_Twigg@insb.uscourts.gov
New Albany Division
Chambers: Room 107
Courtroom: 103
Phone: (812) 542-4570
You can learn more about filing for bankruptcy and the bankruptcy petition via this link. Information on the bankruptcy court system, contact information for trustees, and your state’s exemptions can be found here. The federal bankruptcy exemptions are listed here. The latest version of the 341 Meeting of the Creditors can be found here.
Information on the Indiana Bankruptcy Trustee can be found via this link. Colleges and universities can purchase my bankruptcy law textbook directly from Routledge Publishing. Paralegals and students who are buying single copies can do so via Amazon Books. To access my YouTube channel, click this link. You can also listen to my podcast on Spotify.
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The information provided on Bankruptcy.Blog is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Since bankruptcy laws and procedures are subject to change, always confirm with a local bankruptcy attorney.
I strongly recommend that you always consult the official website of the relevant bankruptcy court for the most up-to-date information on filing for bankruptcy, including forms, procedures, and deadlines.
Here are some resources to help you find the relevant bankruptcy court website: https://www.uscourts.gov/.