U.S. Bankruptcy Court: District of Minnesota
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Minnesota is a single district that handles all bankruptcy cases for the entire state out of four locations: St. Paul, Minneapolis, Duluth, and Fergus Falls. Below is the contact information for the bankruptcy judges and courthouse locations for the Minnesota Bankruptcy Courts.
By Alexander Hernandez, J.D., Professor, and Author of Consumer Bankruptcy Law (Routledge).
General Court Contact & Locations for the Minnesota Bankruptcy Court System
The Clerk’s Office serves as the primary point of contact for case administration, general inquiries, and filing. Please note that the clerk’s office cannot provide you with legal advice, including answering questions regarding procedures or which forms to complete.
| Office Role | Contact Information |
| Clerk’s Office Main Line (St. Paul) | (651) 848-1000 |
| Clerk’s Office Main Line (Minneapolis) | (612) 664-5200 |
| Toll-Free Help Line | 1-866-260-7337 |
| Office Hours | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
Court Locations and Clerk’s Office Information
The District of Minnesota operates with permanent Clerk’s Offices in four cities.
St. Paul (Main Location). Third Division
- Location: 200 Warren E. Burger Federal Building and United States Courthouse, 316 North Robert Street, St. Paul, MN 55101.
- Phone: (651) 848-1000.
The St. Paul Division covers the southeastern portion of Minnesota, including the capital county of Ramsey, and the following counties:
| County Name | County Name | County Name | County Name |
| Blue Earth | Freeborn | Lac Qui Parle | Ramsey |
| Brown | Goodhue | Le Sueur | Redwood |
| Chisago | Houston | Lincoln | Rice |
| Cottonwood | Jackson | Lyon | Rock |
| Dakota | Lac Qui Parle | Martin | Scott |
| Dodge | Le Sueur | Mower | Sibley |
| Faribault | Lincoln | Murray | Steele |
| Fillmore | Lyon | Nicollet | Wabasha |
| Martin | Nobles | Waseca | Washington |
| Mower | Olmsted | Watonwan | Winona |
| Murray | Pipestone | Yellow Medicine |
Minneapolis (4th Division)
- Location: 301 Diana E. Murphy United States Courthouse, 300 South Fourth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415.
- Phone: (612) 664-5200.
The Minneapolis Division serves the central and west-central counties of Minnesota, centered around Hennepin County, including the following counties:
| County Name | County Name | County Name |
| Anoka | Carver | Chippewa |
| Cottonwood | Hennepin | Isanti |
| Kandiyohi | McLeod | Meeker |
| Renville | Sherburne | Swift |
| Wright |
Duluth (Fifth Division)
- Location: Gerald W. Heaney Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse and Customhouse, 515 West First Street, Duluth, MN 55802.
*Please note this location is unstaffed, so no filings are made at this location.
The Duluth Division covers the northeastern section of Minnesota, including St. Louis County and the areas along Lake Superior.
| County Name | County Name | County Name |
| Aitkin | Benton | Carlton |
| Cass | Cook | Crow Wing |
| Itasca | Kanabec | Koochiching |
| Lake | Mille Lacs | Morrison |
| Pine | St. Louis |
Fergus Falls (Sixth Division)
- Location: Edward J. Devitt United States Courthouse and Federal Building, 118 South Mill Street, Fergus Falls, MN 56537.
The Fergus Falls Division serves the northwestern and west-central counties of Minnesota.
| County Name | County Name | County Name | County Name |
| Becker | Beltrami | Big Stone | Clay |
| Clearwater | Douglas | Grant | Hubbard |
| Kittson | Lake of the Woods | Mahnomen | Marshall |
| Norman | Otter Tail | Pennington | Polk |
| Pope | Red Lake | Roseau | Stearns |
| Stevens | Todd | Traverse | Wadena |
| Wilkin |
District of Minnesota Bankruptcy Judges
The District of Minnesota is served by several distinguished judges. Below is contact information for current judges (Note: Always confirm specific chambers’ contact details on the court’s website, as they can change.)
| Judge | Courtroom Location | Chambers Phone | Email for Proposed Orders |
| Hon. Katherine A. Constantine, Chief Judge | Courtroom 8 West (Minneapolis) | (651) 848-1050 / (612) 664-5258 ( | mnb_constantine_orders@mnb.uscourts.gov |
| Hon. William J. Fisher | Courtroom 7 West (Minneapolis) | (651) 848-1060 / (651) 848-1061 | WJF_Chapter13@mnb.uscourts.gov (Ch. 13) |
| Hon. Mychal A. Bruggeman | See Court Calendars | Check Court Website | Check Court Website |
Important Disclaimer and Best Practice
The information provided on this website regarding the bankruptcy court system is intended as a general overview. However, always confirm your district’s current bankruptcy court procedures, local rules, and judge-specific requirements, as these can vary.
For the most current and accurate information, I strongly recommend that you visit the official website of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Minnesota: www.mnb.uscourts.gov. If you need contact information for the Minnesota bankruptcy trustees, please review this link.
Looking for other states’ bankruptcy court systems? Click here. To learn more about filing for bankruptcy, follow this link, which is my new series on completing the bankruptcy petition. The federal bankruptcy exemptions can be seen at this link. Information on the 341 Meeting of Creditors, along with the full text, is available via this link.
Professor Hernandez is an attorney specializing in consumer finance and debt relief. He is the author of Consumer Bankruptcy Law (Routledge) and teaches law and finance courses in both English and Spanish at an international university.
Educational Resources
- For Institutions: Colleges and universities can purchase or request examination copies of my textbook directly from Routledge Publishing.
- For Students & Practitioners: Single print and digital copies are available via Amazon Books.
- Video Lectures: Stream comprehensive legal breakdowns and video explanations on the Prof. Hernandez YouTube Channel.
Bankruptcy Court & Consumer Resources
Explore a deep dive for consumer guides and court directories to navigate your legal options:
- A step-by-step master guide on Filing for Bankruptcy and Navigating the Petition.
- Access full directories for the Federal Bankruptcy Court System and Trustee Contact Information.
- Protect your assets by reviewing your specific State Bankruptcy Exemptions or compare them against the Federal Bankruptcy Exemptions.
- Prepare for your court date with the updated brief on the 341 Meeting of Creditors Rules and Procedures.
Please note that the information on this site does not constitute legal advice and should be considered for informational purposes only.
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