Bankruptcy Judges and Court Information in California’s Central District
The California bankruptcy court system is divided into four separate districts: Central, Eastern, Northern, and Southern districts.
There are multiple court courses for the Central District in California. Also, some judges are located in multiple districts and courthouses. The Central District of California Bankruptcy Court covers the following counties: Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Kern County, and Ventura County.
Los Angeles Bankruptcy Court Judges and Courthouse Location:
United States Bankruptcy Court
Central District of California
Edward R. Roybal Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse
255 East Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Honorable Neil W. Bason. Chambers (213) 894-6098.
Honorable Sheri Bluebond. Chambers (213) 894-8980.
Honorable Sandra R. Klein. Chambers (213) 894-7741.
Honorable Robert N. Kwan. Chambers (213) 894-6498.
Honorable Barry Russell. Chambers (213) 894-6091.
Honorable Gregg W. Zive. Chambers (213) 894-2798.
Honorable Vincent P. Zurzolo. Chambers: (213) 894-3755.
Riverside Bankruptcy Court Judges and Courthouse Location:
United States Bankruptcy Court
Central District of California
3420 Twelfth Street
Riverside, CA 92501
Honorable Scott C. Clarkson. Chambers (714) 338-5460.
Honorable Mark D. Houle. Chambers (951) 774-1021.
Honorable Wayne Johnson. Chambers (951) 774-1031.
Honorable Magdalena Reyes Bordeaux. Chambers (951) 774-1043.
Honorable Scott H. Yun. Chambers (951) 774-1026.
Santa Ana Bankruptcy Court Judges and Courthouse Location:
United States Bankruptcy Court
Central District of California
Ronald Reagan Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse
411 West Fourth Street
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Honorable Theodor C. Albert, Chief Judge. Chambers (714) 338-5430.
Honorable Erithe A. Smith. Chambers (714) 338-5440
San Fernando Valley Bankruptcy Court Judges and Courthouse Location:
United States Bankruptcy Court
Central District of California
21041 Burbank Boulevard
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Honorable Alan M. Ahart. Chambers (818) 587-2853.
Honorable Martin R. Barash. Chambers (818) 587-2836.
Honorable Victoria S. Kaufman. Chambers (818) 587-2823.
Honorable Geraldine Mund. Chambers (818) 587-2840.
Honorable Maureen A. Tighe. Chambers. (818) 587-2806.
Santa Barbara Bankruptcy Court Judges and Courthouse Location:
United States Bankruptcy Court
Central District of California
1415 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Honorable Martin R. Barash. Chambers (818) 587-2836.
Honorable Deborah J. Saltzman. Chambers (213) 894-3021.
Honorable Ronald A. Clifford III. Chambers (805) 884-4860.
To find out about the California bankruptcy trustees, follow this link. The bankruptcy exemptions can be seen here.
The information provided on this website regarding the bankruptcy court system is intended as a general overview; however, also confirm with your district’s bankruptcy court procedures, and local rules can vary between districts within a state.
For the most current and accurate information, we strongly recommend that you visit the website of the specific bankruptcy court you will be filing with. You can find contact information and website links for each district court through the United States Courts website: US Courts Bankruptcy Cases: United States Courts | (uscourts.gov).
Please consult with a local attorney for legal advice concerning your specific bankruptcy situation.
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