Tuscaloosa County Bankruptcy Records
Tuscaloosa County bankruptcy records are managed by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Alabama. The Western Division office is located right in Tuscaloosa, making access very convenient for local residents.
Tuscaloosa County Quick Facts
U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa County has its own bankruptcy court office right in the city. This is a big advantage. Residents do not need to travel to Birmingham for routine matters. The Tuscaloosa office is at the Richard Shelby Federal Building on University Boulevard.
Tuscaloosa is home to the University of Alabama. It is the fifth-largest city in the state. The Western Division serves several west Alabama counties, but Tuscaloosa County generates the most filings. The court handles Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Chapter 11, and Chapter 12 cases.
| Court Name | U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Alabama |
|---|---|
| Division | Western Division (Tuscaloosa) |
| Address |
Richard Shelby Federal Building 2005 University Boulevard Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 |
| Phone | (205) 561-1600 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | www.alnb.uscourts.gov |
How to Search Tuscaloosa 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.
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 the Tuscaloosa courthouse.
What Tuscaloosa County Bankruptcy Records Include
Files contain petition, schedules, Statement of Financial Affairs, creditor matrix, proofs of claim, trustee reports, 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. Tuscaloosa County meetings are at the local office.
Contact: (205) 561-1600 or (205) 714-4300. Website: www.alnba.uscourts.gov.
Free Access
RECAP at courtlistener.com/recap. Tuscaloosa courthouse has free public terminals for viewing.
Legal Help in Tuscaloosa County
Legal Services Alabama: (866) 456-4995. Alabama State Bar: (800) 392-5660. Tuscaloosa 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.