Everything you need to know about the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Minnesota. Address, filing hours, local rules, trustee panel, and pro se resources.
Filing Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM CT. Electronic filing (CM/ECF) available 24/7.
Filing Fees: Chapter 7: $338 | Chapter 13: $313 | Chapter 11: $1,738
Fee Waivers: Available for Chapter 7 filers with income below 150% of the federal poverty line. Chapter 13 filers may request installment payments.
Electronic Filing: Attorneys must file through CM/ECF. Pro se debtors may file on paper at the clerk's window or request CM/ECF access.
Local Rules: https://www.mnb.uscourts.gov/local-rules
Chapter 7 trustees are assigned from the U.S. Trustee panel for Region 12. Standing Chapter 13 Trustees serve the Minneapolis and St. Paul divisions.
The U.S. Trustee Program oversees the administration of bankruptcy cases and maintains the panel of private trustees. You can find the current trustee panel at justice.gov/ust.
Location: 341 meetings are held at the U.S. Courthouse, 300 S. Fourth St, Minneapolis, MN 55415, or by phone/video as directed by the trustee.
What to Bring: Government-issued photo ID, proof of Social Security number, most recent tax return, recent pay stubs, and recent bank statements.
Timing: The 341 meeting is typically scheduled 20-40 days after filing. You will receive a notice with the exact date, time, and format. For more: 341meeting.org.
The D. Minnesota provides a Self-Help page with resources for pro se filers. Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid and Volunteer Lawyers Network may provide free assistance.
Required Forms: All bankruptcy forms are available at uscourts.gov/forms/bankruptcy-forms.
Credit Counseling: You must complete credit counseling from an approved agency before filing. List of approved agencies: justice.gov/ust.
For more pro se filing resources: prosebankruptcy.org | filebankruptcywithoutlawyer.com.
Based on publicly available filing data for D. Minnesota. Source: Federal Judicial Center Integrated Database. Attorney fee ranges are estimates based on local market data.
Exemptions: Minnesota does not allow federal exemptions. Debtors must use Minnesota state exemptions under Minn. Stat. sec. 550.37. The homestead exemption protects up to $450,000 in equity ($1,125,000 for agricultural property).
For detailed exemption information: bankruptcyexemptionsbystate.com.
File at the U.S. Courthouse, 300 S. Fourth St, Suite 301, Minneapolis, MN 55415. Complete credit counseling first, prepare your petition and schedules, and pay the filing fee. Attorneys must file electronically through CM/ECF.
Chapter 7 costs $338 and Chapter 13 costs $313. You can pay in installments or apply for a fee waiver. Attorney fees in Minneapolis typically range from $1,000-$2,000 for Chapter 7 and $2,500-$4,000 for Chapter 13.
Yes. Minnesota's homestead exemption is generous at up to $450,000 in equity for residential property and $1,125,000 for agricultural property.
The D. Minnesota has a high Chapter 7 rate, with approximately 70% of consumer filings under Chapter 7. This is above the national average and reflects Minnesota's generous exemptions.
341 meetings are held at the U.S. Courthouse, 300 S. Fourth St, Minneapolis, MN 55415, or by phone/video conference. Your notice specifies the exact format, date, and time.
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