District of Columbia Bankruptcy Court
If you’re exploring bankruptcy options in Washington, D.C., understanding how the local system works is key to making informed decisions. This page provides a clear overview of the United States District of Columbia Bankruptcy Court, including details about court operations, contact information for trustees overseeing cases, and a breakdown of the exemptions specific to the District.
Whether you’re considering filing or supporting someone through the process, this guide will help you navigate the essentials with confidence
Court House Information:
333 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20001
Room 1225
Clerk’s Office (Main): (202) 354-3280
General Questions: (202) 354-3150
ECF Help Desk: (202) 354-3281
Judges’ Information
Judge Elizabeth L. Gunn
Chambers: (202) 354-3030
Courtroom Deputy: (202) 354-3178
S. Martin Teel, Jr.
Judge Teel retired effective March 22, 2020, and is currently recalled through March 26, 2025.
Chambers: (202) 354-3530
Additional information posted on the Bankruptcy Court’s Website:
Effective January 2023, unless otherwise ordered by the Court, all hearings will be conducted in Courtroom 1. Parties may attend in person or virtually via Zoom. Contact the Courtroom Deputy for Zoom information.
The hearing dates below are available for self-scheduled hearings. For hearing types not listed or hearings requiring more than 20 minutes, please contact the Courtroom Deputy at aimee_mathewes@dcb.uscourts.gov
MOTIONS FOR RELIEF FROM STAY
REAFFIRMATION AGREEMENTS
MOTIONS TO EXTEND THE AUTOMATIC STAY
If a party seeking relief from the automatic stay selects a hearing date that occurs before the debtor’s opportunity to object has passed, the hearing may be continued automatically to the next available date.
WARNING: LIFT STAY MOTIONS MAY NOT BE SERVED ELECTRONICALLY OR THROUGH THE COURT’S CM/ECF NOTIFICATION SYSTEM.
For the list of bankruptcy trustees in the District of Columbia, please try this link. To learn more about the D.C. bankruptcy exemptions, follow this link.
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).
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