Bankruptcy in Bronx County

Bronx County is the northernmost borough of New York City. Like Manhattan, it falls under the Southern District of New York. Bronx residents file at the Manhattan courthouse.

Bronx County cases are filed in the Southern District of New York, the same district as Manhattan. The courthouse is at One Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004. Bronx residents travel to Lower Manhattan for hearings and the 341 meeting of creditors.

Key Information

Federal District

Southern District of New York (Manhattan Division)
All bankruptcy cases from Bronx County are filed in this district.

Nearest Courthouse

One Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004
341 meetings and court hearings are typically held at this location.

New York Exemptions in Bronx County

New York state or federal exemptions. State homestead: $179,975 (Bronx County). Vehicle: $4,825. Cash: $5,000. Personal property exemptions vary by category. Federal alternative: homestead $27,900 per person, vehicle $4,450, wildcard up to $15,425 combined.

Exemptions determine what property you can keep in bankruptcy. See the full exemptions guide.

Filing Bankruptcy in Bronx County

The Process

  1. Credit counseling - Complete an approved course within 180 days before filing ($15-25).
  2. File your petition - The petition is filed with the Southern District of New York (Manhattan Division). The automatic stay takes effect immediately.
  3. 341 meeting - About 30 days after filing, attend a brief meeting of creditors at One Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004.
  4. Debtor education - Complete a second financial course before discharge ($10-25).
  5. Discharge - Chapter 7: approximately 60 days after the 341 meeting. Chapter 13: after completing 3-5 year plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which court handles Bronx County bankruptcy cases?

Bronx County cases are filed in the Southern District of New York, the same district as Manhattan. The courthouse is at One Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004. Bronx residents travel to Lower Manhattan for hearings and the 341 meeting of creditors.

Is the Bronx in the same district as Manhattan or Brooklyn?

The Bronx is in the Southern District of New York, the same as Manhattan. Brooklyn and Queens are in the Eastern District. This means Bronx cases are handled by the same judges and follow the same local rules as Manhattan cases.

What is the median income for the means test in the Bronx?

The means test uses New York state median income figures adjusted for household size. For a household of four, the New York median is approximately $110,000. The means test also adjusts for local housing and transportation costs, which can benefit Bronx filers.

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