United States Bankruptcy Court Georgia
This page serves as your comprehensive guide to the Georgia Bankruptcy Court, providing essential information tailored to residents throughout the state. Navigating the complexities of bankruptcy can be an overwhelming experience, but understanding the specific procedures and resources available in your local district is a crucial first step.
Here, you’ll find detailed breakdowns of each Georgia bankruptcy court district, including locations and contact information for judges and court staff. To understand and protect your property, links provide additional information regarding the Georgia bankruptcy exemptions.
Furthermore, I’ve compiled contact details for bankruptcy trustees, who play a pivotal role in administering your case. Whether you’re considering filing or are already in the process, this resource is designed to equip you with the knowledge and connections needed to navigate your bankruptcy journey with confidence.
The Georgia Bankruptcy Court System
The United States Bankruptcy Court system in Georgia is divided into three districts: Northern, Middle, and Southern. Information related to each district can be found on this page.
The Northern District of Georgia includes locations in Atlanta, Gainesville, Newnan, and Rome.
Northern District of Georgia– Atlanta Division
The Atlanta Division serves the following counties: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Newton, and Rockdale.
Courthouse: Richard B. Russell Federal Building and
United States Courthouse
75 Ted Turner Drive, SW
Atlanta, GA 30303
Telephone: (404) 215-1000
The Clerk’s Office and public intake counter are located on the 13th Floor, Room 1340, and are open to the public from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding court holidays.
Honorable Barbara Ellis-Monro, Chief Judge
Email: Chambers e-mail: BEMChambers@ganb.uscourts.gov
Virtual Hearing Room Zoom Link.
By Phone: Toll-Free Number 833-568-8864
Meeting ID 160 862 0914.
Contact information:
Chambers (404) 215-1030
Courtroom Deputy Clerk (404) 215-1033
Law Clerk (404) 215-1032
Law Clerk (404) 215-1093
Honorable Paul M. Baisier
Chambers e-mail: BaisierChambers@ganb.uscourts.gov
Click here for Zoom Hearing link.
To appear by phone: Toll Free Number 833-568-8864
Meeting ID 161 706 9079.
Contact Information:
Chambers (404) 215-1010
Courtroom Deputy Clerk (404) 215-1251
Law Clerk (404) 215-1016
Law Clerk (404) 215-1248
Honorable Paul W. Bonapfel
Chambers’ e-mail: PWBChambers@ganb.uscourts.gov
Click here for Zoom Hearing Link.
To appear by phone: Toll Free Number 833-568-8864
Meeting ID 161-794-3084
Judicial Assistant (404) 215-1018
Courtroom Deputy Clerk (404) 215-1021
Law Clerk (404) 215-1020
Honorable Jeffery W. Cavender
Chambers e-mail: JWCChambers@ganb.uscourts.gov
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To appear by phone:
Toll Free Number 833-568-8864
Meeting ID 160 459 5648
Chambers (404) 215-1002
Monique Chapple, Courtroom Deputy (404) 215-1004
Law Clerk (404) 215-1005
Stephen Roach, Law Clerk (404) 215-1138
Honorable Lisa Ritchey Craig
Chambers’ e-mail: LRCChambers@ganb.uscourts.gov
Click here to appear via Zoom.
To appear by phone:
Toll Free Number 833-568-8864
Meeting ID 161 346 1602
Chambers (404) 215-1006
Courtroom Deputy Clerk (404) 215-1009
Law Clerk (404) 215-1008
Law Clerk (404) 215-1013
Honorable James R. Sacca
Chambers’ e-mail: JRSChambers@ganb.uscourts.gov
Zoom link for virtual hearing.
Toll Free Number 833-568-8864
Meeting ID 161 418 0533
Kristi Gillespie, Courtroom Deputy (678) 450-2713
David Fass, Law Clerk (404) 215-1792
Charles Ferrelle, Law Clerk (404) 215-1793
Honorable Sage M. Sigler
Chambers’ e-mail: SMSChambers@ganb.uscourts.gov
Zoom Call Information:
Toll Free Number 833-568-8864
Meeting ID 161 179 4270
Chambers (404) 215-1202
Nicholas Mahone, Courtroom Deputy Clerk (404) 215-1029
Aaron Anglin, Law Clerk (404) 215-1258
Law Clerk (404) 215-1091
Northern District of Georgia Gainesville Division
Sidney O. Smith Federal Building and
United States Courthouse
121 Spring Street SE, Room 120
Gainesville, GA 30501
Telephone: (678) 450-2700
The following counties are part of the Gainesville Division: Banks, Barrow, Dawson, Fannin, Forsyth, Gilmer, Habersham, Hall, Jackson, Lumpkin, Pickens, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, and White.
Northern District of Georgia Newnan Division
Lewis R. Morgan Federal Building and
United States Courthouse
18 Greenville Street
Newnan, GA 30263
Telephone: (678) 423-3000
The Newnan Division covers the following counties: Carroll, Coweta, Fayette, Haralson, Heard, Meriwether, Pike, Spalding, and Troup.
Northern District of Georgia Rome Division
United States Courthouse
600 East First Street
Rome, GA 30161
Telephone: (706) 378-4000
The following counties are part of the Rome Division: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Murray, Paulding, Polk, Walker, Whitfield.
United States Bankruptcy Court-Middle District of Georgia
The Middle Bankruptcy District of Georgia consists of Macon and Columbus.
U.S. Bankruptcy Court
Middle District of Georgia
433 Cherry Street
Macon, GA 31201
U.S. Bankruptcy Court
Middle District of Georgia
901 Front Avenue
One Arsenal Place
Columbus, GA 31902
Chief Judge Austin E. Carter
Telephonic Hearing Information: Dial 1-888-398-2342 and enter Access Code 5569600.
Staff Information
Tate Crymes, Law Clerk
478-749-6881
Siena Gaddy, Law Clerk
478-749-6884
Judge John T. Laney, III
Staff Information
Sandy Baxley, Judicial Assistant
706-596-7151
Tori Grantham, Law Clerk
706-596-7154
Judge Robert M. Matson
Staff Information
Kia Heyward, Judicial Assistant
478-749-6861
Alvin Brown, Law Clerk
478-749-6864
United States Bankruptcy Court: Southern District of Georgia
The Southern District of Georgia Bankruptcy Division includes Augusta, Brunswick, Dublin, Savannah, Waycross, and Statesboro.
U.S. Bankruptcy Court
Federal Justice Center
600 James Brown Blvd
Augusta, GA 30901
(706) 823-6000
U.S. Bankruptcy Court
801 Gloucester Street, Third Floor
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 280-1376
U.S. Bankruptcy Court
100 North Franklin Street
Dublin, GA 31021
U.S. Bankruptcy Court
124 Barnard Street, Second Floor
Savannah, GA 31401
(912) 650-4100
U.S. Bankruptcy Court
601 Tebeau Street
Waycross, GA 31501
U.S. Bankruptcy Court
601 Tebeau Street
Waycross, GA 31501
Edward J. Coleman, III
Chief United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Southern District of Georgia
Staff Information
Christyne Murray
Judicial Assistant
912-650-4121
Alec Chappell
Law Clerk
912-650-4136
Courtroom Support Staff
Holly Bowers
Courtroom Deputy/Electronic Court Recording Operator/Transcript Requests
912-650-4123
Susan D. Barrett
United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Southern District of Georgia
Staff Information
Asiya Khan
Law Clerk
706-849-4478
Courtroom Support Staff
Jacqueline Bauknight
Courtroom Deputy
706-823-6021
April Green
Electronic Court Recording Operator/Transcript Requests
706-823-6038
Michele J. Kim
United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Southern District of Georgia
Staff Information
Courtroom Support Staff
April Rowe
Courtroom Deputy
Electronic Court Recording Operator/Transcript Requests
912-280-1378
Shannon Auvil
Law Clerk
912-280-1377
Below are the filing locations based on the county of residence:
Macon Filing Location: Baldwin, Bibb, Bleckley, Butts, Crawford, Dooly, Hancock, Houston, Jasper, Jones, Lamar, Macon, Monroe, Peach, Pulaski, Putnam, Twiggs, Upson, Washington, Wilcox, Wilkinson.
Valdosta Filing Location: Berrien, Brooks, Clinch, Colquitt, Cook, Echols, Irwin, Lanier, Lowndes, Thomas, Tift.
Albany Filing Location: Baker, Ben Hill, Calhoun, Crisp, Decatur, Dougherty, Early, Grady, Lee, Miller, Mitchell, Schley, Seminole, Sumter, Terrell, Turner, Webster, Worth.
Athens Filing Location: Clarke, Elbert, Franklin, Greene, Hart, Madison, Morgan, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Walton.
Columbus Filing Location: Chattahoochee, Clay, Harris, Marion, Muscogee, Quitman, Randolph, Stewart, Talbot, Taylor.
To learn about the Georgia Bankruptcy Exemptions, follow this link. Contact information for the Georgia bankruptcy trustees is available via this link.
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.
We 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: The United States Courts website: https://www.uscourts.gov/.