UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT

DISTRICT OF OREGON

July 3, 2009
Exterior of Portland Bankruptcy Court location: click for map
Portland
1001 SW 5th Ave #700
Portland, OR 97204
(503) 326-1500
Hours & Information
Map & Directions
Exterior of Eugene Bankruptcy Court location: click for map
Eugene
405 E 8th Ave #2600
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 431-4000
Hours & Information
Map & Directions

INFORMATION FOR

ATTORNEYS

Available Dates for setting Chp 7/13 Relief from Stay Hearings
In Portland
In Eugene

Meeting of Creditors (341) Calendars

Judges' Calendars

Local Bankruptcy Forms (LBF)

Opinions

INFORMATION FOR

DEBTORS

Obtain general information about bankruptcy.

Read about important points to consider when deciding whether to file bankruptcy.

Get information about preparing and filing your documents.

Learn more about what happens after you file.

Get directions to the court.

INFORMATION FOR

CREDITORS

If you are a creditor who is new to bankruptcy, our Creditor Help Page can assist you.

If you are a frequent bankruptcy creditor, sign up to electronically file your claims and other documents.

To access court information, get a PACER account.

To check on an electronic filing procedure, reference the Creditor Manual for ECF.

To register a preferred address for noticing, visit the National Creditor Registration Service.

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OTHER IMPORTANT RESOURCES


Our FAQ section offers answers to many frequently asked questions.
Refer to our Helpful Links, a collection of valuable sites and resources.
Learn about the Judicial Misconduct complaint procedure.
Check opinions for most recent decisions and rulings.

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Honorable Elizabeth L. Perris
Chief Judge


Terence H. Dunn
Clerk of Court


COURT NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

7/1/09 - Changes in Exemption Laws expand

Governor Kulongoski signed House Bill 2306 on Friday, June 25, 2009, which became effective immediately. Under this bill, the amount of equity in a vehicle (ORS 18.345(1)(d)) and in a homestead (ORS 18.395) which can be claimed as exempt has increased. In addition, ORS 18.395 was amended so that it applies equally to land, a floating home, and a manufactured dwelling. The statute previously providing a separate exemption for floating homes and manufactured dwellings (ORS 18.428) was repealed. Click here to view the entire text of House Bill 2306.

Emergency Court Closures -
These closures, including weather related, are announced using the court´s telephone answering system in the affected office(s).

Court Closure - The court will be closed, in observance of the holiday, on Friday, July 3, 2009.