U.S. Bankruptcy Court District of Maine
Understanding the Bankruptcy Court District of Maine
Navigating the bankruptcy court in the District of Maine begins with understanding the structure and procedures. This federal court handles Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11 filings across the state, with locations in Portland and Bangor serving debtors, creditors, and legal professionals.
Whether you’re a consumer seeking debt relief, a business restructuring under Chapter 11, or a practitioner preparing filings, this page offers contact information for the courts, including judges and staff, as well as additional information regarding the Maine bankruptcy exemptions and trustees.
The United States Bankruptcy Court District of Maine has two locations: Portland and Bangor. You can find the locations below.
US Bankruptcy Court
District of Maine
537 Congress Street, 2nd Floor
Portland, ME 04101
US Bankruptcy Court
District of Maine
MC Smith Federal Building
202 Harlow Street, 3rd Floor
Bangor, ME 04401
Counties to File for Bankruptcy
| County | Assigned Office |
|---|---|
| Androscoggin County | Portland Office |
| Aroostook County | Bangor Office |
| Cumberland County | Portland Office |
| Franklin County | Bangor Office |
| Hancock County | Bangor Office |
| Kennebec County | Bangor Office |
| Knox County | Bangor Office |
| Lincoln County | Bangor Office |
| Oxford County | Portland Office |
| Penobscot County | Bangor Office |
| Piscataquis County | Bangor Office |
| Sagadahoc County | Portland Office |
| Somerset County | Bangor Office |
| Waldo County | Bangor Office |
| Washington County | Bangor Office |
| York County | Portland Office |
Judge Peter G. Cary
Staff Information
Angela Keith
Judicial Assistant (207) 780-3653
Jessica Lewis
Law Clerk
Judge Michael A. Fagone
Ciera Dye
Law Clerk (207) 945-0348 Ext. 6410
Jessica Youngberg
Law Clerk (207) 945-0348 Ext. 6406
Additional Information on the U.S. Bankruptcy Court
Here are some resources to help you find the relevant bankruptcy court website: https://www.uscourts.gov/. If you are looking for information on other bankruptcy court districts, please click here.
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.
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.
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Please note that the information on this site does not constitute legal advice and should be considered for informational purposes only. 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.
Updated on August 31, 2025.