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Bankruptcy How-To Guides

Self-Represented (Pro Se) Parties

You may file a bankruptcy case or participate in a bankruptcy proceeding without an attorney (known as appearing pro se or self-represented).

Before proceeding on your own, please understand that bankruptcy law is complex. Filing for bankruptcy or participating in a bankruptcy case without legal advice may have significant legal and financial consequences.

NEED LEGAL ADVICE?

Only a licensed attorney can provide legal advice about filing for bankruptcy or about your rights in a bankruptcy case. Court employees cannot provide legal advice.

BANKRUPTCY GUIDES

The following guides are designed to help self-represented parties understand common bankruptcy procedures in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Connecticut.

Important Information

Please read before relying on these guides.

  • These guides are provided for informational purposes only and are not legal advice.
  • The guides do not create any legal rights or obligations and may not be cited as legal authority.
  • They summarize certain bankruptcy procedures but do not replace:
    • the United States Bankruptcy Code;
    • the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure;
    • the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure;
    • the Federal Rules of Evidence;
    • the Local Bankruptcy Rules for the District of Connecticut;
    • the Local Civil Rules of the District of Connecticut; or
    • the individual practices of the judges of this Court.
  • If there is any conflict between a guide and the applicable law or court rules, the law and court rules control.
  • Every party—including those representing themselves—is responsible for knowing and following all applicable laws, rules, and court orders.

Select a guide below to learn more about a specific topic.

Guide Description

Rev.
Amending Bankruptcy Schedules, Statements, or Lists Guide 7/2026
Certificate of Service Guide 7/2026
Creditor List Filing Guide 3/2026

 

 

 

 

 

 

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