Madison County Bankruptcy Records
Madison County bankruptcy records are maintained by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Alabama. The Northern Division office is located right in Huntsville, making access very convenient for Madison County residents.
Madison County Quick Facts
U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Huntsville
Madison County has its own bankruptcy court office right in Huntsville. This is a major advantage. Residents do not need to travel to Birmingham. Huntsville is the largest city in Alabama. Madison County is the most populous county in the state. The court sees a high volume of cases.
The Huntsville office is the main location for the Northern Division. It handles filings, hearings, and 341 meetings. Staff can answer questions and help with forms. The court handles Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Chapter 11, and Chapter 12 cases.
| Court Name | U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Alabama |
|---|---|
| Division | Northern Division (Huntsville) |
| Address |
200 Clinton Avenue Huntsville, AL 35801 |
| Phone | (256) 584-7900 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | www.alnb.uscourts.gov |
How to Search Madison County Bankruptcy Records
PACER is the main online tool. Register free at pacer.uscourts.gov. Search by name, case number, or last four SSN. PACER shows dockets and documents.
PACER costs $0.10 per page. Max $3.00 per document. Quarterly fees under $30 waived.
PACER Case Locator at pcl.uscourts.gov searches all federal courts at once.
You need: debtor name, SSN last four (optional), case number (if known), date range.
McVCIS phone: 1-866-222-8029. Free, 24/7. Check status and meeting dates.
Bankruptcy Filing Fees
- Chapter 7: $338
- Chapter 13: $313
- Chapter 11: $1,738
- Chapter 12: $278
Installments available. Fee waivers for low income.
Record fees: PACER $0.10/page. Certified copies: $12.00. Clerk search: $32.00. Free viewing at courthouse.
What Madison County Bankruptcy Records Include
Files contain petition, schedules of assets and debts, Statement of Financial Affairs, creditor matrix, proofs of claim, trustee reports, 341 notice, and discharge order.
Records are public per 11 U.S.C. Section 107. SSN shows last four only. Tax returns sealed.
The Bankruptcy Administrator
Alabama uses Bankruptcy Administrators. They appoint trustees and run 341 meetings. Madison County meetings are in Huntsville at the local office.
Contact: (256) 584-7900 in Huntsville or (205) 714-4300 in Birmingham. Website: www.alnba.uscourts.gov.
Free Access
RECAP at courtlistener.com/recap. Huntsville courthouse has free public terminals for viewing records.
Legal Help in Madison County
Legal Services Alabama: (866) 456-4995. Alabama State Bar: (800) 392-5660. Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association also offers referrals.
Pro se forms: uscourts.gov/forms/bankruptcy-forms.
Types of Bankruptcy
Chapter 7: Liquidation. Chapter 13: Payment plan. Chapter 11: Business. Chapter 12: Farmers.
Major Cities in Madison County
Madison County includes several cities. All use the Huntsville bankruptcy court.